The pressure to see the walrus was intense (lol)
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Quoted from the post by @aptn0531a

"Walrus →" and "Have you seen the walrus?" These signs, with their passionate, almost overwhelming appeal, have garnered comments on social media like, "I can feel their strong determination to make us see the walrus at all costs," and "They're pushing it so hard, lol." The post has received over 30,000 likes.

The Dynamic Charm of the "Marine Mammal Park," a Section of the Actual Sea

The post was made by an, a huge walrus enthusiast. This was their first visit to the Otaru Aquarium, specifically to see the walruses.

A sign that perfectly captures the unruly hair of Uchio-kun the walrus.

an mentioned that the "Marine Mammal Park," an area housing walruses, seals, and penguins, was particularly fascinating. This park is actually an enclosure created by sectioning off a part of the real ocean. Visitors can observe the animals up close as they live in an environment close to their natural habitat.

Tsumugi-chan, a 5-year-old walrus.

A Steller sea lion at the Marine Mammal Park.

Furthermore, the aquarium is filled with many hand-drawn animal introductions and informational panels created by the keepers, with creative touches everywhere that make learning fun.

An informational panel on the coral reef ecosystem.

At Otaru Aquarium, you can experience the dynamic natural environment unique to Hokkaido. When you're sightseeing in Otaru, why not pay a visit to the walruses at the aquarium?

Otaru Aquarium

■Location: 3-303 Shukutsu, Otaru City
■Hours: March 14 (Sat) - October 15 (Thu) 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
October 16 (Fri) - November 23 (Mon) 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
■Admission: Ages 16+ 1,800 yen / Ages 6-15 700 yen / Ages 3+ 350 yen (Regular Season)

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