Akeno No.7 Park Water Play Area (明野7号公園 水遊び場)

About this spot

The Akeno No.7 Park Water Play Area (明野7号公園 水遊び場) is a free water play spot in a residential district of Akeno in 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. The water is shallow, so even children who have just started walking can dip their feet and play. It is surrounded by a quiet residential area, and the good thing about this park is that adults can watch over them from the shade of the trees and take it easy. Use is free, and there is no need to watch the clock as at a crowded popular facility, another point 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 makes resting easier. It closes at 18:00, so starting to pack up around 17:30 lets you head home calmly.

Best time to visit

Arrive at 13:35 and you get about three hours, right through to the evening when the sun softens

Access & map

Akeno No.7 Park, Tomakomai City