In 1894, the park was opened and designated as one of the 100 cherry blossom scenic places and is famous in Kanto Region for amazing rhododendrons. 500 species of flowers, such as the plum, peony, wisteria, bloom throughout four seasons.
The park offers an athletic field, camping and BBQ facilities, a pony ranch, an Aqua-Venture zone and Flower Fantasia areas (each with a fee) where children and adults can enjoy a variety of attractions all year.
The athletic field is the largest in Japan with 100 kinds of equipment, all handmade by the staff. They paid careful attention to details such as corners of wooden poles shaved round to reduce injuries. The Antlion Pit Running where you can run on sloped logs, Water Surface Running for you to run on rafts, and Water Ropeway are popular.
You can bring your own table, chairs, and grill to the BBQ facility. The open space in the grove lets you feel like you are camping even in your day trip.
Highlights
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There are 5 parking lots. Choose the one close to your destination.
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The park itself is free, but each athletic field charges a fee. Check the website in advance.
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The popular athletic field has Challenge, Adventure and Aquatic courses, each takes about an hour, 3 hours in all to complete.
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Come in athletic shoes and comfortable clothes.
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The day after rain, the facility may be slippery and closed. Check the website before you come.