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Chikushino City General Park is a free hillside park overlooking Tenpai Lake. Its landmark is Tenpai-no-Fune, a large ship-shaped climbing and slide structure renewed in 2026. It is designed mainly for families travelling by car, not as a central-city playground.
Opening information
| March–October | 9:00–18:00 |
|---|---|
| November–February | 9:00–17:00 |
| Closed | 29 December–3 January |
| Admission | Free |
| Address | 382-6 Yamaguchi, Chikushino |
The exit gate closes at the stated time. Leave the hilltop play area early enough to return to the car park.
Tenpai-no-Fune and play rules
The large playground has climbing routes and long slides on a steep slope. The city lists the main structure for ages 6 and older; children under 6 need close adult supervision. For the vertical free-fall slide, cover the legs and avoid skirts, shorts and bare feet because the surface can cause burns or abrasion.
- No barbecue, open fire or fireworks.
- Pets are not allowed beyond the perimeter road.
- Grass skiing and hard-ball or bat play are prohibited.
- There is no dedicated nursing or changing room.
Access and parking
Multiple free parking areas are spread across the park. The hilltop priority spaces are only for visitors who have difficulty using the long paved slope; obtain permission at the management office and note that spaces can fill.
Public transport is possible but inconvenient: take Nishitetsu Bus 2-1 from Nishitetsu or JR Futsukaichi, then walk about 2 km from Tenpaiko-iriguchi or Hattanda. A taxi or car is easier with children, food and a stroller.
What to bring
Bring drinks, sun protection, insect repellent, a picnic sheet and food. There are vending machines and shelters, but do not rely on a full restaurant. The paved slope works with a stroller, though the climb is long.
