2026 Kobe Sports Park Chapu-Chapu Pond (ちゃぷちゃぷ池) Full-Day Course

A one-day course for plenty of play close to home, starring Chapu-Chapu Pond (ちゃぷちゃぷ池), the free water-play area in Kobe Sports Park in Suma Ward, Kobe City. In 2026 it operates from Saturday, July 18 to Monday, August 31, from 8:45 to 17:30 (closed all day on some dates for cleaning). In the morning, take a stroll around Patio Plaza in front of Myodani subway station, then enjoy the play equipment and lawns at the large neighbouring park Shiawase-no-Mura (しあわせの村). After a lunch break, head to Kobe Sports Park in the afternoon, where water play at Chapu-Chapu Pond is the climax. A perfect day for families who want to stay local and take it easy rather than travel far.