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Guide to Parks and Children's Playgrounds in Tsukuba City


List of Recommended Parks and Children's Playgrounds in Tsukuba City

11 Recommended Parks/Spots

Here is a guide to recommended urban parks and children's playgrounds in Tsukuba City. Click on the images to view park descriptions, photos, maps, VR tours, and more.

Tsukuba City Park Recommended Spot Sightseeing VR Tour Map

The Tsukuba City Park Spot VR Tour Map allows you to check the registered locations of all parks within Tsukuba City. Clicking on the red-orange (wide-area starting point), blue (aerial), and yellow (ground) points on the map below will display the names of the VR scene points. Clicking on that scene display will allow you to view the VR scene of that location.


Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park: Tsukuba City Playground, Cherry Blossom and Ginkgo Tree-lined Avenue

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SpringSummerAutumnWinterCherry Blossoms / Fresh Greenery
Aerial landscape photo of Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park and VR tour link
(1) Information on Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park
Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park is a recommended tourist spot in Tsukuba City, located in Miyukigaoka, Tsukuba City. It was built on the former site of the main venue for the International Science and Technology Exposition (Tsukuba Expo) held in 1985. There is a mysterious 10-meter-high gate called the "Gate of Science". It is a recommended cherry blossom viewing spot in Tsukuba City.
Location〒305-0841 6 Miyukigaoka, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park Introduction Page
(2) Description of the Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park VR Tour
The image above is an aerial panoramic photo of Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park taken from 145m above. The Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park VR tour consists of aerial footage from 145m and 10m.

Map of the Area Around Tsukuba Expo Center Memorial Park

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Kenkyu Gakuen Ekimae Park: Tsukuba City Park & Playground Spot

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Aerial photo of Tsukuba City's Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park and link to VR tour
(1) Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park Spot Guide
Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park is a park covering approximately 7.3 hectares, located south of Tsukuba Express Kenkyu-Gakuen Station. The park features a lawn area, a stream, and the old folk house "Tsukuba Style Hall". Events such as the Tsukuba Ramen Festa are also held here.
Location〒305-0818 2-1 Gakuen-Minami, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website　Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park Introduction Page
Tsukuba City Official Website　Tsukuba Style Hall Introduction Page
(2) Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park Tourist VR Tour Description
The image above is a VR aerial panoramic photo of Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park taken from 148m above ground. The Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park VR tour consists of aerial shots from 148m and 50m.

Map of Kenkyu-Gakuen-Ekimae Park Area


Sorimachinomori Park: Tsukuba City's Playground and Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot

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SpringSummerAutumnWinterCherry Blossoms / Fresh Greenery
Aerial photo of Tsukuba City's Sorimachinomori Park and link to VR tour
(1) Sorimachinomori Park Spot Guide
Sorimachinomori Park is a spacious park located within Technopark Sakura, and is a recommended cherry blossom viewing spot in Tsukuba City. The park features a four-legged gate, a nagaya gate (long house gate), an observation tower, and a pond. A shrine is adjacent to the park, and numerous cherry blossom trees are planted within the park grounds. It is a recommended playground and cherry blossom viewing spot for children in Tsukuba City.
Location〒305-0003 1-3 Sakura, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website　Sorimachinomori Park Introduction Page
(2) Sorimachinomori Tourist VR Tour Description
The image above is an aerial panoramic photo of Sorimachinomori Park taken from 145m above ground. The Sorimachinomori Park VR tour consists of aerial shots from 145m, 50m, and 5m, as well as Sorimachinomori Park itself, the observation deck, and other features.

Map of Sorimachinomori Park Area


Matsumi Park

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SpringSummerAutumnWinterCherry blossoms, fresh greenery, azaleas
Aerial photo of Matsumi Park in Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Tourist Information for Matsumi Park
Matsumi Park is a park located in Amakubo, Tsukuba City. In the center, there is an observation tower 45 meters high, and climbing it offers a 360-degree panorama from Tsukuba Science City to Mount Tsukuba. The park is fully equipped with parking, and within its grounds, there is a pond with many carp, walking paths, and a spacious lawn area for relaxation. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom in profusion, attracting many visitors for cherry blossom viewing. Matsumi Park is a recommended tourist spot for families and dates.
Location〒305-0005 1-4 Amakubo, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Matsumi Park Introduction Page
(2) Description of Matsumi Park VR Tour
The image above is a VR panorama of Matsumi Park taken from 148m above. The Matsumi Park VR tour consists of 148m aerial panoramic photos from three locations near Matsumi Park.

Map of Matsumi Park Area

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Umezono Park: Famous for Plum Blossoms

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Scenic photo of Umezono Park in Tsukuba City and link to VR tour
(1) Tourist Information for Umezono Park
Umezono Park is a plum blossom-famous park with a large sports ground in Umezono, Tsukuba City. Approximately 100 plum trees are planted here. Please note that there is no parking available.
Location〒305-0045　2-29 Umezono, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceTsukuba City Umezono Park Introduction Page
(2) Description of Umezono Park VR Tour
The image above is a 360° panorama VR photo of Umezono Park. The Umezono Park VR tour consists of aerial photos at 145m, aerial photos at 90m, and 10 ground scenes.

Map of Umezono Park Area


Takasaki Nature Forest: Nature Observation & Playground Spot

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SpringSummerAutumnWinterCherry Blossoms, Shibazakura, Fresh Greenery, Autumn Leaves
Aerial view of Takasaki Nature Forest in Tsukuba City and VR tour link
(1) Tourist Information for Takasaki Nature Forest
Takasaki Nature Forest is a nature experience spot located in Takasaki, Tsukuba City. It is famous for cherry blossoms, water lilies, and autumn leaves. Satoyama (traditional rural landscape) is open for the purpose of preserving the natural environment, fostering greenery, and promoting interaction between people and nature. There is the Honobono Hiroba (Cozy Plaza) with flower fields like Shibazakura, the Mizube no Mori (Waterside Forest) where you can observe aquatic creatures such as dragonflies and frogs, and flowers like irises and water lilies, the Sakura no Mori (Cherry Blossom Forest) where numerous double cherry blossoms create a red-pink tunnel during blooming season, the Yacho no Mori (Wild Bird Forest) for bird watching, the Shiki no Mori (Four Seasons Forest), and the Asobi no Mori (Play Forest), allowing visitors to fully enjoy the nature of Satoyama. It is a recommended tourist spot for children and families.
Location〒300-1245 1078-1 Takasaki, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki
ReferenceTsukuba City Official Website Takasaki Nature Forest Introduction Page
(2) Explanation of Takasaki Nature Forest VR Tour
The image above is a VR of an aerial panoramic photo of Takasaki Nature Forest taken from 145m above ground. The Takasaki Nature Forest VR tour consists of the 145m aerial view, parking lot, Shibazakura, and more.

Map of the Area Around Takasaki Nature Forest


Furudate Ruins Park: Playground & Ruins

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Landscape photo of Furudate Historic Park in Tsukuba City and VR tour link
(1) Tourist Information for Furudate Historic Park
Furudate Historic Park is a spot where the Furudate Myojinwaki Ruins were excavated in Midorino Higashi, Tsukuba City. During excavations in 2009, 15 pit dwellings were found. Although the main part of the ruins no longer exists, one of the dwelling traces is said to be recreated as a terrace and displayed at the excavation site in the southern lawn area. The park features a spacious lawn and uniquely shaped slides and spring riders.
Location〒305-0883 46 Midorino Higashi, Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture
ReferenceInformation board for Furudate Myojinwaki Ruins:Click to view the full text.
(2) Description of Furudate Historic Park VR Tour
The image above is a VR panorama of Furudate Historic Park. The Furudate Historic Park VR tour consists of an aerial view from 148m, as well as the entrance/stone monument, park center, walkways, pit dwellings, and the Furudate Myojinwaki Ruins information board.

Map of the Area Around Furudate Historic Park