Conveniently located just one train stop from Kobe Airport and 15 minutes from Sannomiya, Kobe Animal Kingdom is a compact urban zoo where visitors can observe animals living freely in environments with minimal fencing.

The after-hours private charter plan allows guests to observe animals in their evening behavior while receiving expert commentary on their ecology. The zoo's challenge to achieve Asia's first breeding of the endangered Shoebill offers a frontline experience in biodiversity conservation.

Our after-hours private charter plan centers on a guided tour led by our specialist staff, and can be combined with animal interaction experiences and conservation lectures. The exclusive night tour allows small teams of about 10 people to quietly explore three distinct areas: the Shoebill Eco-Park 'Bigbil', 'Asian Forest', and 'Tropical Forest'. Our zookeepers will provide insights into the unique nocturnal behaviors of animals such as the 'motionless bird' shoebill, tree-climbing red pandas, and sloths and southern tamanduas moving freely overhead, offering a perspective rarely seen during the day. Following the tour, guests can enjoy a buffet dinner in a special botanical setting, featuring a farm-to-table menu developed in collaboration with the nearby Portopia Hotel. During dinner, we arrange interactive activities with our staff, including large-screen presentations and mini-booths for hands-on experiences. Programs are fully customizable to meet the specific needs of each group.

Kobe Animal Kingdom is deeply committed to the conservation breeding of endangered species, particularly the protection of habitats for endemic species like the Tsushima Leopard Cat. To address the threats posed by the reduction of forests and rice paddies, we support the 'Circulation Loop' project, which safeguards the rice paddies that serve as their feeding grounds. Our restaurants source rice from certified producers who employ cultivation methods considerate of leopard cats and other wildlife. These efforts directly align with the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and SDG Goal 15 'Life on Land.' Our participatory programs, where visitors become part of conservation efforts, serve as experiential demonstrations of corporate environmental commitment. 

Furthermore, at the 'Biodiversity Conservation Wall' zone within the park, staff provide detailed explanations of our other initiatives aimed at realizing a circular society, offering MICE participants profound learning and engagement.

Port Island is home to various cultural facilities such as the Kobe Science Museum and the UCC Coffee Museum, offering experiences that stimulate intellectual curiosity. Additionally, within the Kobe Airport Terminal Building, "MINIATURE LIFE × KOBE AIRPORT" provides a unique perspective on Kobe's scenery. By combining these, alongside special encounters with animals and programs that deepen understanding of conservation efforts, a comprehensive MICE stay can be created, allowing participants to experience the diverse facets of Kobe.

For more detailed itinerary planning in Kobe, please refer to the Kobe Convention & Visitors Association's information site: 
https://www.feel-kobe.jp/en/

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