Hirakata Park, Amusement park and zoo in Hirakata, Japan
Hirakata Park is an amusement park and zoo in Hirakata, Japan, combining roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, and animal observation areas. The grounds spread across different levels with around forty attractions for different age groups.
The park opened as the first Japanese amusement ground and remains in operation today. Over the decades, new rides were added while the original layout was expanded.
The park carries a local name and displays blossoms in spring and autumn that draw visitors from the region. Families often come on weekends to watch the animals and ride the gentle attractions.
The grounds lie a three-minute walk from Hirakata-koen Station on the Keihan Line. Opening hours typically run from late morning to early evening.
A wooden roller coaster named ELF combines traditional construction with modern techniques. Another coaster reaches 70 kilometers per hour (43 miles per hour) and runs 1,300 meters (4,300 feet) across the grounds.
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