Shimizu Park

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Shimizu Park

A park where visitors can connect with nature, guided by its slogan, “Make Friends with Nature.”

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Opened in 1894 (Meiji 27), this park has been selected as one of Japan’s 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots. It is also known as one of the Kanto region’s leading azalea destinations, with around 500 varieties of flowers, including plum blossoms, peonies, and wisteria, blooming throughout the seasons.

The park features Field Athletics, a campground, a barbecue area, a pony ranch, Aqua Venture, and Flower Fantasia, each of which charges a separate fee. Visitors of all ages can take part in a variety of activities throughout the year.

Field Athletics, in particular, is one of the largest facilities of its kind in Japan, with more than 100 obstacles. Every obstacle is handmade by the staff, with careful safety measures such as rounding off the corners of wooden structures to help prevent injuries. Popular challenges include Antlion Running, where participants circle a sloping log structure, Running on Water, which involves racing across rafts, and the Overwater Ropeway.

The barbecue area is an open space surrounded by trees, and visitors may bring their own chairs, tables, barbecue grills, and other equipment. Even on a day trip, it offers a taste of the camping experience.

Highlights

  • There are five parking lots, so choose the one closest to the facility you plan to use.
  • Admission to the park itself is free, but each activity facility charges a separate fee. Check the website in advance for details.
  • The popular Field Athletics area has Challenge, Adventure, and Overwater courses. Each takes about one hour, or around three hours in total.
  • Wear athletic shoes and clothing that allows you to move easily.
  • The courses may be closed when conditions are slippery, such as the day after rain. Check the website before visiting.

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  • Visitors can also go horseback riding at the pony ranch

    Visitors can also go horseback riding at the pony ranch

  • Flower Fantasia is an extensive flower garden covering approximately 70,000 square meters

    Flower Fantasia is an extensive flower garden covering approximately 70,000 square meters

  • One of Japan’s largest field athletics facilities, with more than 100 obstacles

    One of Japan’s largest field athletics facilities, with more than 100 obstacles

  • Bungalows and auto camping sites are also available

    Bungalows and auto camping sites are also available

  • Take a break at the café

    Take a break at the café

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Details

Name in Japanese
清水公園
Postal Code
278-0043
Address
906 Shimizu, Noda, Chiba Prefecture
Phone
04-7125-3030
Closed on
Open year-round, although seasonal closures may apply to paid facilities within the park
Hours
Varies by facility
Admission
Field Athletics: Adults 1,500 yen; elementary school students 1,000 yen (prices vary by season)
Barbecue area: Admission 600 yen per person; grill rental from 4,600 yen per table for up to 10 people, and other fees
For closing days, operating hours, and activity fees, please refer to the official website.
Access
10-minute walk from Shimizu-koen Station on the Tobu Urban Park Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa