Hakusan Park

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A beautiful Dutch-style strolling garden adjacent to Hakusan Shrine, featuring ponds, artificial hills, and flowering trees. Enjoy a stroll amidst the vibrant blooms of each season.

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Overview

Hakusan Park is a beautiful park in the heart of Niigata City, harmoniously blending history and nature. Established in 1873 (Meiji 6) as one of Japan's first parks, Hakusan Park is adjacent to Hakusan Shrine, Niigata's main shrine, and designed as a Dutch-style strolling garden. Within the park, you'll find "Hyotan Pond" to the east and "Hasu Pond" to the west, with "Miyoki-oka," an artificial hill built to commemorate Emperor Meiji's visit to Niigata, situated between them. From the hilltop, you can enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Shinano River and distant mountains. A diverse array of trees graces the park, offering stunning seasonal scenery. Spring boasts a riot of cherry blossoms, wisteria, and plum blossoms, summer showcases lush greenery, autumn unveils breathtaking autumn leaves, and winter presents a beautiful snowscape. The park offers beautiful views throughout the year. Hakusan Park is not only a place to enjoy nature but also to experience history. The park preserves stone monuments of Hakusan Shrine and those related to Emperor Meiji's visit, narrating Niigata's rich past. Beloved by Niigata residents as a relaxing space, Hakusan Park offers various ways to enjoy it—strolling, jogging, picnicking, and more. We highly recommend a visit to Hakusan Park.

  • Historic Sites
  • Japanese Gardens
  • Scenic Views
  • Flower Viewing

Basic Information

Address
Ichi-banbori-dori-machi, Chuo-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Niigata
Access
【Train】Approximately 20-minute walk from JR Echigo Line, Hakusan Station. 【Bus】Approximately 3-minute walk from Niigata Kotsu bus stop, "City Hall Front". From Niigata Station, take the "Niigata City Sightseeing Loop Bus" (Hakusan Park loop) – approximately 10 minutes. Show route
Op.Hours
24 hours a day
Cld.Days
Open every day
Fee
Free
INFO
Parking is available at Hakusan Park Parking Lots A, B, C, and D, totaling 601 spaces (fee applies). Regular cars: 100 yen for 30 minutes. ≪An economical prepaid card (3,000 yen worth for 2,000 yen) is available!≫ Sold at: Vending machines at Hakusan Park Parking Lot B, the first floor of Niigata City Arts and Culture Hall, the reception counter on the first floor of the Kenmin Kaikan, Niigata City Music and Culture Hall, and the Hakusan Park Parking Lot Management Office. Phone: +81-25-225-3021
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