Akabane Nature Observatory Park Explained

Akabane Nature Observatory Park
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Location:	Kita Ward, Tokyo, Japan
Publictransit:	Akabane Station
Coords:	35.7734°N 139.7098°W
Area:	54020m2
Created:	1 April 1999

is a public park for viewing nature in Kita Ward, Tokyo, Japan.

History

A portion of the former Akabane Detachment of the JGSDF Garrison, the park was opened on 1 April 1999. There are springs in the park, and they have been utilized to restore the nature that was once seen in this area. The park is maintained so that the visitors can observe and touch nature, as shown in the name of the park, with free admission.^[1]

Facilities

• Acorn forest
• Paddy field
• Spring water (one of the famous spring waters in Tokyo)
• Day camp field (barbecues possible; permission required)
• Multipurpose square (permission required)
• Forest of Peace
• Kita Ward’s Hometown & Farmhouse Experience Hall—A tangible cultural property designated by Kita Ward
• Parking for cars (park office needs to be contacted in advance)

Access

By train:

• 13 minutes’ walk from the West Exit of Akabane Station
• 13 minutes’ walk from Motohasunuma Station on the Toei Mita Line

See also

• Parks and gardens in Tokyo
• National Parks of Japan

References

• Website of actindi Inc.

External links

• Kita City website (in Japanese)

Notes and References

1. Web site: Bureau . Tokyo Convention & Visitors . Akabane – unwind with the locals . 2024-07-08 . The Official Tokyo Travel Guide, GO TOKYO . en.