
Forest Bathing Along the Riverside Promenade, Healed by the Stream's Murmuring
About this spot
A lush green park spreading along the Chitose River in the heart of Yugawara Hot Springs town. Named after Yugawara, where hot springs are uniquely mentioned in the Man'yoshu poetry collection, the riverside promenade is enveloped in dappled sunlight and the gentle murmur of the stream. The park features lounges and day-bath facilities, making it a serene space befitting an adult's leisurely day.
Tips
The park centers on the riverside promenade and is best explored on foot. The free-to-enter entrance terrace café is ideal for a rest while gazing at the stream.
Best time to visit
About 1 hour; weekday afternoons allow for unhurried walks
Access & map
〒259-0314 Yugawara Town, Ashigara Shimogun, Kanagawa Prefecture, 704 Miyagami
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