Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on Saturday, April 25
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- Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City Sports Park on Saturday, April 25
- Minamiashigara City has opened a new water play area at its Sports Park as part of an initiative to create attractive outdoor play spaces. The project also included renovations to the nearby second parking lot restrooms to improve accessibility and comfort for families.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: March 30, 2026
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Minamiashigara City has opened a new water play area at its Sports Park as part of an initiative to create attractive outdoor play spaces. The project also included renovations to the nearby second parking lot restrooms to improve accessibility and comfort for families.
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- Water Play Area Opens at Minamiashigara City 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 has opened a new water play area at its Sports Park as part of an initiative to create attractive outdoor play spaces. The project also included renovations to the nearby second parking lot restrooms to improve accessibility and comfort for families.
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In Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture, we have been developing the City Sports Park as part of a project to create attractive outdoor play spaces. In March 2025, the first phase of construction was completed, featuring a renewal of the playground area with inclusive play equipment.
We have now completed the second phase of construction: a water play area near the gateball court.
【A Water Play Area for Safe Fun with Water】
A "water play area" has been completed near the gateball court, allowing children to enjoy water safely. It is designed with a shallow depth, making it easy for even small children to use. It is a relaxing space where you can easily feel refreshed on hot summer days.
○ Overview of the Water Play Area
1. Facilities
(1) Length: Approx. 30 meters
(2) Width: Approx. 1.5 meters
(3) Water depth: Approx. 4 centimeters
(4) Number of fountains: 8
2. Usage Period
From the fourth Saturday of April to the end of September each year
*Excluding park holidays
3. Usage Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4. Fee
Free
5. Precautions
(1) Preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian.
(2) Use while naked, in diapers, or in underwear is prohibited. Please wear swimwear or water play pants (swim diapers).
(3) Pets are not allowed in the area.
(4) Usage may be suspended or restricted due to bad weather, low temperatures, facility inspections, or other reasons.
(5) Please follow the facility's rules and be considerate of others while using the area.
【Water Play Area Opening Ceremony】
1. Date and Time
Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 1:00 PM
2. Location
Minamiashigara City Sports Park Water Play Area
3. Content
Ribbon cutting, greetings from the Mayor and guests
*The water play area will open for use after the ceremony concludes.
【Renovation of the Second Parking Lot Restrooms】
To ensure the restrooms near the water play area are comfortable to use, we have updated aging equipment. We have also created an environment that park users can enjoy with peace of mind, such as by adding a new nursing room.
○ Main Renovations for the Second Parking Lot Restrooms
- Renovated 2 existing urinals.
- Renovated 5 existing toilet stalls. 4 Japanese-style toilets were converted to Western-style, and all stalls are now equipped with bidet toilets.
- Added a new nursing room inside the women's restroom.
- Changed hand-washing faucets to sensor-operated types.
- Installed fixed chairs for infants in some of the men's and women's toilet stalls.
- Updated the ostomate equipment in the multipurpose restroom (Everyone's Toilet) and added a diaper changing table, renewing it as a multifunctional restroom.
【The Nickname for the Outdoor Play Area is "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'"】
We held a vote for citizens to decide on a nickname for the new outdoor play area, which includes the playground area from the first phase and the water play area from the second phase. As a result of the voting, the name of the outdoor play area has been decided as "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'" (Everyone's Plaza 'Let's Play').
Just as the nickname implies, we will work to ensure that "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'" becomes an outdoor play space loved by everyone.
○ Thoughts Behind the Nickname
- Easy for everyone to say and easy for children to remember.
- Expresses the coexistence and warmth of Minamiashigara.
- "Asobo~" (Let's play) acts as an invitation, naturally bringing smiles to faces.
About Minamiashigara City Sports Park
For more details about the Minamiashigara City Sports Park, please visit the official website.
[Click here for more information about Minamiashigara City Sports Park]
We have now completed the second phase of construction: a water play area near the gateball court.
【A Water Play Area for Safe Fun with Water】
A "water play area" has been completed near the gateball court, allowing children to enjoy water safely. It is designed with a shallow depth, making it easy for even small children to use. It is a relaxing space where you can easily feel refreshed on hot summer days.
○ Overview of the Water Play Area
1. Facilities
(1) Length: Approx. 30 meters
(2) Width: Approx. 1.5 meters
(3) Water depth: Approx. 4 centimeters
(4) Number of fountains: 8
2. Usage Period
From the fourth Saturday of April to the end of September each year
*Excluding park holidays
3. Usage Hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
4. Fee
Free
5. Precautions
(1) Preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian.
(2) Use while naked, in diapers, or in underwear is prohibited. Please wear swimwear or water play pants (swim diapers).
(3) Pets are not allowed in the area.
(4) Usage may be suspended or restricted due to bad weather, low temperatures, facility inspections, or other reasons.
(5) Please follow the facility's rules and be considerate of others while using the area.
【Water Play Area Opening Ceremony】
1. Date and Time
Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 1:00 PM
2. Location
Minamiashigara City Sports Park Water Play Area
3. Content
Ribbon cutting, greetings from the Mayor and guests
*The water play area will open for use after the ceremony concludes.
【Renovation of the Second Parking Lot Restrooms】
To ensure the restrooms near the water play area are comfortable to use, we have updated aging equipment. We have also created an environment that park users can enjoy with peace of mind, such as by adding a new nursing room.
○ Main Renovations for the Second Parking Lot Restrooms
- Renovated 2 existing urinals.
- Renovated 5 existing toilet stalls. 4 Japanese-style toilets were converted to Western-style, and all stalls are now equipped with bidet toilets.
- Added a new nursing room inside the women's restroom.
- Changed hand-washing faucets to sensor-operated types.
- Installed fixed chairs for infants in some of the men's and women's toilet stalls.
- Updated the ostomate equipment in the multipurpose restroom (Everyone's Toilet) and added a diaper changing table, renewing it as a multifunctional restroom.
【The Nickname for the Outdoor Play Area is "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'"】
We held a vote for citizens to decide on a nickname for the new outdoor play area, which includes the playground area from the first phase and the water play area from the second phase. As a result of the voting, the name of the outdoor play area has been decided as "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'" (Everyone's Plaza 'Let's Play').
Just as the nickname implies, we will work to ensure that "Minna no Hiroba 'Asobo~'" becomes an outdoor play space loved by everyone.
○ Thoughts Behind the Nickname
- Easy for everyone to say and easy for children to remember.
- Expresses the coexistence and warmth of Minamiashigara.
- "Asobo~" (Let's play) acts as an invitation, naturally bringing smiles to faces.
About Minamiashigara City Sports Park
For more details about the Minamiashigara City Sports Park, please visit the official website.
[Click here for more information about Minamiashigara City Sports Park]
FAQ
When is the water play area at Minamiashigara City Sports Park scheduled to open for the first time?
The water play area at Minamiashigara City Sports Park is scheduled to open for the first time on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM following the opening ceremony.
Where is the newly constructed water play area located within Minamiashigara City Sports Park?
The newly constructed water play area is located near the gateball court at Minamiashigara City Sports Park in Kanagawa Prefecture.
What are the dimensions and key features of the water play area at Minamiashigara City Sports Park?
The water play area is approximately 30 meters long, 1.5 meters wide, with a water depth of about 4 centimeters and includes 8 fountains for children to enjoy.
What are the operating hours and usage period for the water play area at Minamiashigara City Sports Park?
The water play area operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, and is open from the fourth Saturday of April through the end of September each year, excluding park holidays.
What safety rules and restrictions are enforced for users of the water play area at Minamiashigara City Sports Park?
Preschoolers must be accompanied by a guardian, users must wear swimwear or water play pants, and pets are prohibited; usage may be suspended due to weather or facility inspections.