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Parks #1 in Kumagaya, Saitama

Musashi Kyuryo National Forest Park

4.3 · 3,923 reviews
Active and nature-focused
Musashi Kyuryo National Forest Park, 1920 Yamata, Namegawa, Hiki District, Saitama 355-0802, Japan
Interesting facts
1

The park covers an area roughly equivalent to 65 Tokyo Domes.

2

It contains the 'Art and Forest' zone featuring large-scale outdoor sculptural works.

3

The park's cycling course is one of the longest in a Japanese government-managed facility.

4

It maintains a specialized 'Water Playground' that is uniquely designed to integrate with the local stream topography.

5

The site acts as an environmental conservation area for native Satoyama forest ecosystems.

Overview

Musashi Kyuryo National Government Park is Japan's first national park of its kind, covering a vast 304-hectare area in the Hiki Hills. The park features rolling terrain, extensive flower gardens, and diverse woodland zones. It is divided into multiple themed areas, including the 'Adventure Course' with 24 physical challenges and a large 'Wanpaku Land' playground. A distinctive feature is the vast 'Pond of Petals' and the extensive cycling trails that span over 17 kilometers. The park hosts seasonal flora, including nemophila in spring and kochia bushes that turn crimson in autumn. It serves as a recreation hub with rental bicycles available at multiple park entrances. The site preserves natural forest topography, providing habitat for local wildlife alongside manicured garden landscapes.

Photo spot

The Kochia Hill area during the autumn peak, when thousands of bushes turn bright red.

Insider tips

Rent a bicycle at the entrance to efficiently navigate the large, hilly grounds.

Check the official website's blooming calendar before visiting to time your trip with specific seasonal flowers.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, as the park’s terrain is expansive and includes significant inclines.

What to avoid

Attempting to explore the entire park on foot without a bicycle, as the distance between themed areas is substantial.

Good to know

Closed on specific dates during the winter or for maintenance; check official calendar for variable weekday closures.

Etiquette

Stay on marked paths to protect the native forest ecosystem; smoking is restricted to designated areas.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
4-6 hours
Best time to visit
Spring or autumn for the prime seasonal flower displays and comfortable temperatures for outdoor activity.
Address
Musashi Kyuryo National Forest Park, 1920 Yamata, Namegawa, Hiki District, Saitama 355-0802, Japan
36.085, 139.372
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Details
Facilities17km cycling track, 24-station adventure course, and botanical display gardens
TerrainHilly forest landscape with paved and woodland trails

Frequently asked

Plan for about 4-6 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Spring or autumn for the prime seasonal flower displays and comfortable temperatures for outdoor activity..

The Kochia Hill area during the autumn peak, when thousands of bushes turn bright red.

Close by you'll find Pompoko Mountain Shinrin Park, Shinrin park Musashi Kids Dome, 渓流広場.