Kibi no Makibi Park (吉備真備公園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A park laid out in honour of the Nara-period scholar Kibi no Makibi, who also gave Mabi-cho its name. Sent to Tang China as an envoy, he brought back a great deal of knowledge including calendrical science and military strategy, and the grounds hold a statue depicting him along with explanatory panels on his connections to the area. Even if the details go over children's heads, simply knowing that a person the town is named after once lived here brings a small sense of pride. The open lawn is just the right size for spreading a picnic sheet and eating lunch. Take your time over the meal to get ready for the water play in the afternoon.

Tips

Shade is limited to the stand of trees, so a picnic sheet or a pop-up tent makes breaks much easier. Assume there is nothing on sale to eat or drink, and prepare your lunch and drinks beforehand. As a rule, take your rubbish home with you. Entering the water right after eating puts a strain on the body, so working in a break at Mabi Fureai Center next sets a comfortable pace.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 15 minutes. Choose a spot in the tree shade and midday is comfortable enough

Access & map

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