Minamino Park Fountain

About this spot

The Minamino Park Fountain is a free water play area in Minamino Park, Obihiro City. The 2026 opening period has not yet been announced; in most years the water runs in step with the summer school holidays. There is no pool-like depth, so even children of an age still wary of water can get used to it little by little beside a parent. Running into the rising jets feels less like getting into water than playing tag with it, and the smaller the child, the more absorbed they become. Because it is a park inside a residential area, local children gather naturally, and it is common for kids meeting for the first time to start playing together. There is no admission fee and no timed sessions, so children can repeat playing and resting at their own pace.

Season & hours

Tips

The 2026 opening period has not been announced. Before you set out, be sure to check the Obihiro City information to confirm that the fountain is running that day. It is sometimes stopped for weather or equipment inspections. Assume there are no changing rooms and wear swimwear underneath to make changing easier. The wet ground around the fountain is slippery, so check the footing with children before they run. Shade is limited, so bring a hat, a picnic sheet and a light layer to put on after getting out.

Best time to visit

Arrive at 13:40 and you can play for nearly three hours, right through to the evening when the sunlight softens.

Access & map

Obihiro City / Minamino Park