The park was constructed on land that served as the former site of the Imperial Japanese Navy's Nagahama Seaplane Base.
The park includes a 'Wild Bird Forest' designed as a protected habitat for migratory and resident bird species.
The facility houses a significant collection of tennis courts, making it a primary destination for local competitive amateur sports.
The pond area is engineered to support local aquatic ecosystems while acting as a flood-control basin for the surrounding urban area.
Nagahama Park is a sprawling green space in Yokohama’s Kanazawa Ward, built on the site of a former coastal airfield. The park features a large central pond, extensive sports facilities, and a dedicated bird sanctuary. It serves as a regional hub for local recreation, offering wide paths for walking and dedicated space for active play. The park is distinguished by its integration of athletic amenities with a natural wetland area that attracts various waterfowl. Visitors can access multiple tennis courts and a baseball field within the grounds. Tall pine trees provide significant natural shade throughout the park. The facility is managed by the Yokohama Greenery Foundation and remains a key public space for residents of the surrounding Kanazawa-ku district.
The wooden footbridge overlooking the central pond provides the best vantage point for water views and surrounding greenery.
Bring binoculars if you plan to visit the bird sanctuary area, as birdwatching is a popular activity.
Utilize the walking paths early in the morning to avoid the heat during summer months.
Reservations are typically required for the use of the tennis courts and baseball fields.
Do not attempt to use sports facilities without a prior reservation as they are often booked by local leagues.
Sports facility offices may have irregular closure days for maintenance; check local municipal bulletins for seasonal park event restrictions.
Carry out your own trash as there are limited public waste bins; smoking is prohibited outside of designated zones.
