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Yamanote Kusabue Park Water Play Area

About this spot

The 「Yamanote Kusabue Park Water Play Area」 at Yamanote Kusabue Park in Nishi Ward, Sapporo, is a shallow water play spot that is free to use. The season runs from Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, September 6, 2026, with hours of 9:00 to 17:00 - long enough to cover the whole summer. The water is shallow, so even small children who are not used to water can walk in on their own feet. It has the friendly feel of a park in a residential neighborhood, and the appeal here is being able to mix naturally with local children as you play. There are no set changeover times, so children can alternate playing and resting at their own pace. Admission is free, so you can also simply drop by for the afternoon.

Season & hours

Name: 山の手草ぶえ公園水遊び場

Date & time: 6/6 (Sat)–9/6 (Sun) 9:00–17:00

Venue: 札幌市西区・山の手草ぶえ公園

Source: callcenter.city.sapporo.jp

Tips

Closing time is 17:00. Allowing for changing and packing up, get out of the water around 16:45. There are days when it cannot be used due to weather, water temperature, or cleaning work, so check the City of Sapporo's information page for that day's status before you go. Shade is limited at certain hours, so do not forget a hat and sunscreen. Children who are not yet out of diapers should have swim diapers ready.