Rediscover the Charm of Coral: "Sun! Sun! Coral Festa!" at Sunshine Aquarium

Sunshine Aquarium is hosting "Sun! Sun! Coral Festa!", a special event themed around coral! From March 1st to March 29th, 2026, a variety of engaging content will be available to learn about coral conservation.

An Event to Understand Coral's Present and Connect to the Future

This event coincides with "Coral Day" on March 5th and commemorates the 20th anniversary of Sunshine Aquarium's coral conservation initiative, the "Coral Project." It will showcase valuable materials and regional collaborations from past activities, conveying the importance of coral and its connection to the ocean and the Earth.

Diverse Event Content to Participate and Learn

Single-Day Paid Events

• Exploration Guided Tour: Coral Special Edition: Aquarium staff will explain the behind-the-scenes of coral cultivation! (March 13-29, daily at 11:00 AM, ¥1,000)
• Coral Workshop: Learn about coral in a fun way with an original "Sugoroku" (Japanese board game)! (March 1 & 8, daily at 2:00 PM, ¥1,200)
• Sunna-chan Greeting: Meet the official character from Onna Village, Okinawa! Make a promise to protect the sea. (March 15 & 22, daily at 10:30 AM / 1:30 PM, Free)

Permanent Exhibits During the Period

Enjoy "Dr. Coral's Coral Quiz," the "Coral Conservation Declaration Flag" revived with visitors' wishes, and exhibits looking back at the 20-year history of the Coral Project. Donations and sales of limited-edition products also contribute to coral conservation efforts.

Don't miss this opportunity to rediscover the charm and importance of coral!

Event Information

• Event Name: Sun! Sun! Coral Festa!
• Period: February 27, 2026 (Fri) - March 29, 2026 (Sun)
• Venue: Sunshine Aquarium
• Admission: Free (Aquarium entrance fee required; some content may be paid)

Access

Approximately 8-minute walk from JR Ikebukuro Station / Tokyo Metro Ikebukuro Station