1-13 Namiki, Tokorozawa, Saitama
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¥500
The Saitama Prefectural Tokorozawa Aviation Memorial Park commemorates the birthplace of Japanese aviation. Located on a former airfield, this expansive 50-hectare park offers a variety of attractions, including a lawn area, outdoor stage, artificial waterfall, and a traditional tea house. Sports facilities like baseball fields and tennis courts are also available. Visitors can explore the Aviation Museum (separate admission fee), view the YS-11 aircraft near the station, and enjoy seasonal events like the Citizen Culture Fair in spring and the Tokorozawa Citizen Festival in autumn. The park is easily accessible, just a 3-minute walk from the Aviation Park Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line, making it a perfect destination for families and aviation enthusiasts alike.
[Size] Area: 50 hectares