Makomanai Park, Urban park in Minami-ku, Japan.
Makomanai Park is an 85-hectare green space where two rivers meet in southern Sapporo. Over 10 kilometers of pathways wind through mixed forests of conifers and broad-leaved trees, connecting various facilities and recreational areas throughout the grounds.
The grounds were developed as venues for the 1972 Winter Olympics held in Sapporo. After the Games, the site was transformed into a public park that officially opened in 1975.
The Salmon Museum within the grounds presents exhibits about how these fish shape local traditions and their connection to the river valleys. Visitors see displays explaining the role these creatures play in the region's everyday life and heritage.
The park is accessible via a 20-minute walk from Makomanai Station on the Namboku Line. On-site facilities include a gymnasium, restaurant, and shop for visitor needs.
During May, the grounds display one of the largest populations of dogtooth violets found in any Japanese city park. These spring flowers create a distinctive carpet of blooms across the landscape during this season.
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