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Yabasekihanto Park
A lakeside park floating on Lake Biwa, offering a variety of recreational and sports activities.
Located on the artificial island of Yabasekihanto floating on Lake Biwa, this park offers both free recreational areas and paid facilities such as camping, ground golf, and a swimming pool. The lush greenery makes it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll.
The free "Children’s Plaza" features various playground equipment, including a 10-meter-high jungle gym, roller slides, trampolines, and a Tarzan wire. Nearby, the "Ohara Plaza" provides a perfect picnic space for families.
Paid facilities include fun bicycles, tennis courts, ground golf, camping and barbecue areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The fun bicycles are especially popular among families, offering a variety of unique designs, including animal-shaped and tandem bikes, with unlimited rides for 30 minutes (Adults: 290yen, Children: 190yen). The campground, available by reservation, allows overnight stays for those bringing their own tents and equipment.
Highlights
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An artificial island on Lake Biwa, developed into a public park.
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Features a variety of playground equipment, including athletic structures, making it popular with families.
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Offers sports facilities like tennis, as well as barbecue and camping areas for outdoor activities.
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The "Children's Plaza" offers fun with athletic playground equipment.
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The park is lush with greenery, featuring plenty of shaded areas and grassy lawns.
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The "Fun Bicycles" are a popular attraction for families.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is foreign language support available? (If available, please specify the languages.)
A translation device is available at the campsite reception, but official foreign language support is not provided.
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Is it possible to re-enter the premises?
It is possible because admission is free.
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Is free WiFi available in the facility?
Not available.
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Are coin lockers available?
Coin lockers (paid) are available inside the pool area (open only during summer). However, there are no lockers in other facilities.
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Can I fly a drone?
No, drones, radio-controlled airplanes, and radio-controlled helicopters are all prohibited.
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Can I enter the park with my pet?
Yes, pets are allowed.
However, please ensure that they are kept on a leash and that you clean up after them.
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Can I use fireworks?
Fire is strictly prohibited in all areas except the campsite and barbecue area.
Additionally, fireworks are not allowed even in the campsite and barbecue area, so there are no designated areas for fireworks.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 矢橋帰帆島公園（やばせきはんとうこうえん）
- Postal Code
- 525-0066
- Address
- 2108 Aza Kihan, Yabasecho, Kusatsu City, Shiga
- Telephone
- 077-567-1969
- Closed
- Free facilities are open year-round; operating days for paid facilities vary by facility.
- Business Hours
- Free facilities are open from 6:00am - 9:00pm; operating hours for paid facilities vary by facility.
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- About a 10-minute walk from the "Yabase" bus stop.
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)