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Sarabetsu Noson Park ( 更別農村公園 ) is a vast public park. It is located at 93-4 Minami 1-sen, Sarabetsu Village, Kasai District in Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan . Sarabetsu Noson Park Sarabetsu Noson Park Details If you’re traveling through the Tokachi region of Hokkaido and looking for a family-friendly destination, Sarabetsu Noson Park is the perfect stop. Opened in the fall of 2014, this spacious park features one of the largest children’s playgrounds in Tokachi, making it a must-visit spot for families with kids. Sarabetsu Noson Park - Sarabetsu Village, Hokkaido Prefecture A Playground Full of Adventure At the heart of Sarabetsu Noson Park stands a symbolic tower decorated with Don-chan , the beloved mascot of Sarabetsu Village. The playground itself is designed like a maze, encouraging children to explore and discover new paths at every turn. With over 30 types of play equipment , the park offers endless excitement—ranging from five different slides, including roller and ba...

10 Things to Do in Nakasatsunai Nakasatsunai ( 中札内村 ) is a  serene and picturesque village  located in the Tokachi Subprefecture of Hokkaido, Japan . It is proudly a member of  The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan  Association. The village’s name originates from the Ainu word  “ sat-nay ”  meaning “ dry river .” Like many other place names in Hokkaido, it refers to a river whose gravel bed expands during dry seasons. When a railway station was established in what is now the village center, it was named “ Nakasatsunai Station ” because it was situated in the middle reaches of the Satsunai River. Later, when the area was divided, the village took on the same name— Nakasatsunai . For those planning to visit this serene and picturesque village to check what it has to offer, here are the 10 Things to Do in Nakasatsunai :   Nakasatsunai manhole covers 1. Take a photo of Nakasatsunai's manhole cover design . There is only one main design found throughout the...