Harumi Seaside Park Water Plaza (晴海臨海公園 水広場)

About this spot

The Harumi Seaside Park Water Plaza (晴海臨海公園 水広場) is a water playground where pressing a switch releases mist from the ground for a set length of time. It occupies one corner of a relatively new park that opened in April 2022, and because children press the switch themselves and get sprayed themselves, even those who are afraid of water can close the distance little by little. There is no depth as there would be in a pool, so even children who have just started walking can join in, which is reassuring. Covered benches stand right beside it, so you can take turns resting out of the sun. It typically operates from around Wednesday 1 April to around Saturday 31 October, a long season that lets you aim for a comfortable day outside the peak of summer. Use is free, and you can play with water in the pleasant setting of a sea breeze.

Season & hours

Tips

The ground is slippery when wet, so be sure to remind children not to run inside the plaza. It typically operates from around Wednesday 1 April to around Saturday 31 October. The dates can change from year to year, so check the Otake City information before you set out. In case there is no dedicated changing room, wearing swimwear under clothes makes changing easier. There is little to block the sun, so make the covered benches your base for breaks. Bringing a few more towels and changes of clothes than the number of people is reassuring.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 45 minutes. After 3 p.m., as the sun drops, the light softens and play becomes even more comfortable.

Access & map

大竹市・晴海臨海公園