Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on Saturday, April 25th
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- Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on Saturday, April 25th
- A new water play area, "Asobo-", designed for children to play safely, will open at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on April 25th.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: March 30, 2026
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A new water play area, "Asobo-", designed for children to play safely, will open at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on April 25th.
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- Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on Saturday, April 25th (March 30, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- March 30, 2026
A new water play area, "Asobo-", designed for children to play safely, will open at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on April 25th.
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Minamiashigara City in Kanagawa Prefecture has been developing its City Sports Park as part of a project to create attractive outdoor play spaces. In March of Reiwa 7 (2025), the first phase of construction involved renovating the playground area with inclusive play equipment.
Now, as the second phase of construction, a water play area has been developed near the gateball court area.
【A Water Play Area to Safely Enjoy Water】
A "water play area" has been completed near the gateball court area, where children can safely enjoy water. With a shallow water depth, it is designed to be easily accessible even for small children. It's a relaxing spot to easily feel refreshed on hot summer days.
○ Overview of the Water Play Area
1 Facilities
(1) Length: Approximately 30 meters
(2) Width: Approximately 1.5 meters
(3) Water depth: Approximately 4 centimeters
(4) Number of fountains: 8
2 Usage Period
From the 4th Saturday of April every year to the end of September
*Excluding park holidays
3 Usage Hours
From 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4 Fee
Free
5 Precautions
(1) Children of preschool age must be accompanied by a guardian.
(2) Use is not permitted while naked, in diapers, or in underwear. Please wear swimwear or water play pants (diapers for water play).
(3) Pets are not allowed.
(4) Usage may be suspended or restricted due to bad weather, low temperatures, equipment inspections, etc.
(5) Please observe other facility rules and use the area considerately.
【Water Play Area Opening
FAQ
When does the water play area open?
The water play area opens on Saturday, April 25th, and will be available annually from the 4th Saturday of April to the end of September (excluding park holidays).
What are the operating hours for the water play area?
The water play area is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Is there an entrance fee for the water play area?
No, the water play area is free to use.
What are the dimensions of the water play area?
It is approximately 30 meters long, 1.5 meters wide, with a water depth of about 4 centimeters. There are 8 fountains.
Are there any age restrictions or supervision requirements?
Children of preschool age must be accompanied by a guardian. Proper swimwear or water play pants are required; nudity, diapers, or underwear are not permitted.
Can I bring my pet to the water play area?
No, pets are not allowed in the water play area.
What should I do if the weather is bad?
Usage may be suspended or restricted due to bad weather, low temperatures, or equipment inspections. Please check for any announcements.