2026 Maehata & Furusawa Memorial Pool (Hashimoto City Athletic Park Pool) Full-Day Itinerary

A full-day course centered around the Maehata & Furusawa Memorial Pool, an outdoor leisure pool located within the Sakai Canyoning Sports Park (Hashimoto City Athletic Park) in Hashimoto City, Wakayama Prefecture, which operates from July 11 (Saturday) to September 6 (Sunday), 2026. In the morning, visit Gakumonji Tenmangu Shrine (学文路天満宮), known for exam-passing prayers, then head to Jison-in (慈尊院), which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range," to explore the entrance of the Koya pilgrimage route. From midday, finally enjoy the pool: swim earnestly in the 50-meter pool, float along in the flowing water pool, and have fun on the water slide until evening. With changing rooms, showers, lockers, and a small shop on-site, you can enjoy your visit with minimal preparations. Infants enter free, making this a wonderful option for families with small children. Attractions are conveniently located within walking or driving distance from central Hashimoto City, making this a perfect summer outing to fully enjoy the northern part of Wakayama Prefecture. On weekends and holidays, the opening time moves up to 9:30, so plan your schedule accordingly.