Stroll Through a Lush Park Telling the History of Ancient Shimotuke State
About this spot
A harmonious blend of history and nature, this park includes the ruins of Shimotuke Provincial Temple and Provincial Convent from the Nara Period. The vast ruins designated as a national historic site contain foundation stones and other remnants that reveal what this center of ancient Shimotuke State was like. The park is beautifully maintained with lush greenery, offering families a perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely stroll while admiring seasonal flowers.
Fireworks details
Name: 夏祭りShimotsuke(下野) 花火大会
Date & time: 8/2 (Sun) 19:00–20:00
Venue: 下野市・下野市役所前広場
下野市役所前広場を会場に開催される、地域に根ざした夏祭りの花火大会です。19時から20時までの1時間、夜空に花火が次々と打ち上がり、市役所前の広々とした空間から観覧客が思い思いの場所で夜空を見上げます。地元の企業や商店会の協力で続けられてきた、市民手作りの温かみあふれる花火大会です。歴史散策と物語の世界を巡った1日の締めくくりとして、家族で花火を見上げましょう。
Tips
荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日は主催者の発表を確認しておきましょう。終了後は周辺道路が混み合うため、余韻を楽しみながら少し時間をずらしての帰宅がおすすめです。足元が暗いのでスマホのライトを用意しておくと安心です。
Food stalls
Where: 地元グルメ・キッチンカーの出店
Scale: 昨年(2025年)は出店29店舗。今年(2026年)も多くの出店を予定
※Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.
Turn this into a day plan with stall time includedTips
You can walk from the parking lot to the park grounds. During summer, there are times when the sun is intense, so bring water and sun protection. The park is large, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1.5 hours. Early afternoon hours are relatively comfortable for visiting.
Access & map
〒329-0417 Shimotsuke City, Tochigi Prefecture, Kokubunji 993-1
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