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Tokiwa Park (Yamaguchi Prefecture)

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Tokiwa Park (Yamaguchi Prefecture)

A large park centered around Tokiwa Lake, where nature and sculpture exist in harmony and which serves as the venue for the UBE Biennale.

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A large park centered around Tokiwa Lake, covering Approx. 100 hectares. The grounds are home to attractions such as Tokiwa Zoo, Tokiwa Amusement Park, and Tokiwa Museum, where visitors can enjoy nature, culture, and leisure all in one place. It is also registered as a Registered Monument (Place of Scenic Beauty), the first in Yamaguchi Prefecture, and is beloved for its beautiful natural scenery.

Another highlight is the seasonal flowers that bloom throughout the park, including cherry blossoms in spring, Japanese irises, and hydrangeas, letting visitors feel the changing seasons as they stroll. At the World Botanic Garden in Tokiwa Museum, you can encounter rare plants and flowers through exhibits that recreate the vegetation of their places of origin.

The park hosts the UBE Biennale, the world's oldest international outdoor sculpture competition, once every three years, and around 100 sculptures, including award-winning works from the competition’s more than 60-year history, are permanently displayed throughout the grounds. Set along the lakeside and among the greenery, these sculptures naturally come into view as you walk, creating a landscape where nature and art exist in harmony.

Tokiwa Lake is also registered as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure, and the scenery created by the water and greenery is another of the park’s charms. The spacious grounds feature walking paths and grassy open areas, making it easy to enjoy the changing seasons as you explore. Whether you stop by briefly or stay for half a day or more, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your time here.

Highlights

  • A large park centered around Tokiwa Lake, where nature, a zoo, an amusement park, a museum, and sculpture come together in one place.
  • Enjoy scenery registered as both a Registered Monument (Place of Scenic Beauty) and a World Heritage Irrigation Structure.
  • As the venue for the UBE Biennale, sculptures are permanently displayed throughout the natural landscape.
  • Seasonal flowers such as cherry blossoms and Japanese irises, along with exhibits introducing plants from around the world, are also highlights.

Photos

  • Sculpture Hill, also known as a venue for the UBE Biennale held once every three years

    Sculpture Hill, also known as a venue for the UBE Biennale held once every three years

  • The World Botanic Garden at Tokiwa Museum, where you can encounter plants from around the world

    The World Botanic Garden at Tokiwa Museum, where you can encounter plants from around the world

  • Tokiwa Amusement Park, where both children and adults can have plenty of fun

    Tokiwa Amusement Park, where both children and adults can have plenty of fun

  • Tokiwa Zoo, the first zoo in Japan to introduce habitat exhibits throughout the entire zoo

    Tokiwa Zoo, the first zoo in Japan to introduce habitat exhibits throughout the entire zoo

  • A large park centered around Tokiwa Lake, which is registered as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure

    A large park centered around Tokiwa Lake, which is registered as a World Heritage Irrigation Structure

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No, there is no free Wi-Fi.

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Are there coin lockers?
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Yes, paid coin lockers are available at the main entrance.

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Are there restrooms?
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Yes, they are located throughout the park.

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Are there smoking areas?
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No. (Smoking is prohibited throughout the park.)

Q

Are pets allowed?
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Pets are allowed in the park, but not in park facilities or the zoo (except guide dogs, hearing dogs, and service dogs). Please be sure to follow proper manners, including keeping pets on a leash and cleaning up after them.

Reviews

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  • Wuanli
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    The park is huge and really comfortable. With the lake views and grassy areas, you can see waterbirds up close, which feels super relaxing.
    There are also lots of art sculptures scattered around the park, so it’s nice to walk around and enjoy them as you go.

Details

Name in Japanese
ときわ公園
Postal Code
755-0003
Address
3-4-1 Norisada, Ube, Yamaguchi
Phone
0836-54-0551 (Tokiwa Park Planning Division)
Closed on
Tokiwa Park: Open daily
Tokiwa Amusement Park, Tokiwa Zoo: Tuesdays (or the following day if Tuesday is a national holiday, schedule may change during events)
Tokiwa Museum World Botanic Garden: Tuesdays (or the following day if Tuesday is a national holiday, schedule may change during events)
Hours
Tokiwa Amusement Park: 10:00am–4:30pm
Tokiwa Museum World Botanic Garden: 9:30am–4:30pm ※ Last admission at 4:00pm
Tokiwa Zoo: 9:30am–4:30pm
Admission
Tokiwa Park: Free admission
Tokiwa Amusement Park: Free admission (rides require separate fees)
Tokiwa Museum World Botanic Garden: Adults 300 yen, ages 70 and over 200 yen, free for high school students and younger
Tokiwa Zoo: Adults 500 yen, ages 3 through junior high school 200 yen, ages 70 and over 250 yen
Access
Approx. 15 minutes on foot from JR Tokiwa Station
Credit Cards
Accepted at some shops
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
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