Water play area opens at Minamiashigara Sports Park on Saturday, April 25
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- Water play area opens at Minamiashigara Sports Park on Saturday, April 25
- Minamiashigara City in Kanagawa Prefecture is opening a new, free water play area at the city sports park on April 25. Featuring a shallow 4cm depth, it provides a safe environment for small children to enjoy water activities.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: March 30, 2026
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Minamiashigara City in Kanagawa Prefecture is opening a new, free water play area at the city sports park on April 25. Featuring a shallow 4cm depth, it provides a safe environment for small children to enjoy water activities.
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- Water play area opens at Minamiashigara Sports Park on Saturday, April 25 (March 30, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- March 30, 2026
Minamiashigara City in Kanagawa Prefecture is opening a new, free water play area at the city sports park on April 25. Featuring a shallow 4cm depth, it provides a safe environment for small children to enjoy water activities.
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In Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, we have improved the city sports park as part of a project to create attractive outdoor play areas. In March 2025 (Reiwa 7), Phase 1 of the construction was completed, renewing the playground area by installing inclusive play equipment.
Now, as Phase 2, a water play area has been constructed near the gateball court area.
[A safe water play area to familiarize with water]
A 'water play area' where children can safely interact with water has been completed near the gateball court area. Designed with shallow water, it is easy for even small children to use. It is a relaxing spot where visitors can easily feel cool on hot summer days.
Overview of the water play area
1. Equipment
(1) Length: Approx. 30 meters
(2) Width: Approx. 1.5 meters
(3) Depth: Approx. 4 centimeters
(4) Number of fountains: 8 units
2. Usage Period
From the 4th Saturday of April to the end of September every year
* Excluding park closed days
3. Usage Hours
From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4. Fee
Free
5. Notes
(1) Preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian.
(2) Usage while naked, in regular diapers, or in underwear is not allowed. Please wear a swimsuit or water-play pants (swim diapers).
(3) Pets are not allowed.
(4) Usage may be suspended or restricted due to inclement weather, temperature drops, facility inspections, etc.
(5) Please observe other facility rules and be considerate of others while using the area.
[Water play area open...
Now, as Phase 2, a water play area has been constructed near the gateball court area.
[A safe water play area to familiarize with water]
A 'water play area' where children can safely interact with water has been completed near the gateball court area. Designed with shallow water, it is easy for even small children to use. It is a relaxing spot where visitors can easily feel cool on hot summer days.
Overview of the water play area
1. Equipment
(1) Length: Approx. 30 meters
(2) Width: Approx. 1.5 meters
(3) Depth: Approx. 4 centimeters
(4) Number of fountains: 8 units
2. Usage Period
From the 4th Saturday of April to the end of September every year
* Excluding park closed days
3. Usage Hours
From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4. Fee
Free
5. Notes
(1) Preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian.
(2) Usage while naked, in regular diapers, or in underwear is not allowed. Please wear a swimsuit or water-play pants (swim diapers).
(3) Pets are not allowed.
(4) Usage may be suspended or restricted due to inclement weather, temperature drops, facility inspections, etc.
(5) Please observe other facility rules and be considerate of others while using the area.
[Water play area open...
FAQ
When can the water play area at Minami-Sagami City Sports Park be used?
It can be used from the fourth Saturday of April to the end of September, excluding park closure days.
Is there a fee to use the water play area?
There is no fee.
Can children wearing diapers use the water play area?
Children cannot use the area while naked or wearing regular diapers. They must wear swimsuits or water play pants (waterproof diapers).