Kobe City: “Commemorative Photo with a Seal” will be held

Press Release (March 7, 2023)
Kobe City Suma Seaside Aquarium

Suma Seaside Aquarium will hold a one-day-only event, “Commemorative Photo with Seals,” on Sunday, March 12, 2023.
In this event, visitors can take a commemorative photo in front of a special panel with the sargassum seal “Mekabu” on an outside stage adjacent to the seal pool on the third floor. The photo shoot is not through glass, but at a close distance where you can feel the seals’ breathing, which is a very powerful experience. Participants will also receive a “seal badge” as a special present, so please enjoy taking pictures and discover the charm of the largha seals.

　　　　　　Commemorative photo with seals
[Outline of one-day-only “Commemorative Photo with Seals” event]
Date: Sunday, March 12, 2023
Time: ①12:00～ ②14:00～
Location: 3rd floor, Waterfront Interaction Park, seal pool
Capacity: 5 pairs per session (maximum 5 people per pair)
Entry fee: 500 yen per pair (tax included)
*Additional Admission fee is required. Payment in cash only.
Participation method: First-come-first-served basis at the information desk on the 1st floor on the day of the event.
Contents: Our staff will take 2 photos with your camera. Each participant will also receive a “seal can badge” as a participation prize.

　　　The “seal badge” for participation points
*The event may be changed or cancelled depending on the status of the spread of the new coronavirus infection or the condition of the creatures.
*We ask for your cooperation in taking measures to prevent the transmission of the new coronavirus as stipulated by the park.