Akeno Park Water Play Area (あけの公園 水遊び場)

About this spot

The Akeno Park Water Play Area (あけの公園 水遊び場) is a free water play spot in the Akeno district of Tomakomai. It is usually open from Monday, June 1 to Monday, September 7, from 9:00 to 18:00, and the city of Tomakomai describes the season as early June to early September. Its greatest appeal is that the water is shallow, so even children who have just started walking can dip their feet and play. It is a park in the middle of a residential area, so adults can watch over them from the shade of the trees and take it easy. Use is free, so you can let children play as long as they like without watching the clock, another thing families appreciate. In Hokkaido's long summer days, it stays bright into the evening so the playing can continue.

Season & hours

Tips

Opening may change due to weather or cleaning, so check the Tomakomai city information for the day's status before you set out. Changing space is limited, so putting swimwear on under clothes makes getting ready on site much easier. Shade is mainly under the trees, so on strong sunny days a pop-up tent or picnic sheet makes resting easier. It closes at 18:00, so starting to pack up around 17:30 lets you leave with time to spare.

Best time to visit

Arrive at 13:40 and you get about three hours, right through to the evening when the sun softens

Access & map

Akeno Park, Tomakomai City