Miya no Mori / Kibajo Park (宮のもり・木場城公園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is Kiba Fort (木場砦), inside Miya no Mori / Kibajo Park and the origin of the park's name. From this slight rise on the otherwise flat Niigata Plain, you can look out over the Jabu-Jabu Pond and Wanpaku Plaza within the grounds. Strangely enough, once you hear that a fortified residence once stood here, even a simple grassy mound starts to look different. Climb up high first and talk with your children about where to play today; that flow becomes a natural run-up to the afternoon in the water. Catch your breath on a bench in the shade and you can also let the strongest sunshine pass.

Tips

The grass can be long in summer, so wear shoes that are easy to walk in for the climb. There is little shade, so it is best to keep the stop short rather than linger. The Jabu-Jabu Pond is a short walk away within the park, so getting your change of clothes ready here makes the move smooth.

Best time to visit

About 35 minutes. A quick stop early in the afternoon is just the right length

Access & map

〒950-1122 新潟県新潟市西区木場１６７