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Hibari Park (ひばり公園)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Savor the quiet of a temple rooted in the local community of Toyosato Town

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 165 min here

About 30 min to the next stop

Next stop: Watch the fireworks of Kotobon, a summer festival rooted in the local community

About this spot

Koto Hibari Park is the venue itself for the Kotobon summer festival, and on the day, food stalls line up from evening, filling the park with local visitors. After a full day exploring the temples, shrines, and roadside station of the Koto area, have dinner here and get ready for the fireworks. As the sun sets, the whole park fills up with people waiting for the fireworks, so it is reassuring to secure your viewing spot around this time. Enjoy the time before the show begins while soaking up the lively atmosphere of a local community festival.

Tips

On the day of the festival, the food stalls and surrounding roads get crowded, so early arrival is recommended. Get your food and drinks early. It is also a good idea to check the location of restrooms while it is still light out.