Uminonakamichi Seaside Park

Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is a recreational park on a narrow peninsula in Fukuoka that stretches across several kilometers with diverse facilities. The grounds include flower gardens, playgrounds, sports fields, a water park, a zoo, and other recreational spaces for visitors of all ages.

The site was first a Japanese military base and later served as an American military installation before reopening to the public in 1972 as a park.

The park displays seasonal flowers throughout the year, including narcissus, tulips, nemophila, roses, hydrangeas, sunflowers, and cosmos. These plantings shape how the grounds look and feel as the seasons change.

Visitors can rent bicycles at the entrance to explore the large grounds using dedicated cycling trails. This is a practical way to see the different zones of the park without walking the entire distance.

The park contains around 2000 cherry trees that form natural tunnels in spring, creating a special experience. The adjacent Marine World is home to more than 100 shark species, making it an unusual combination within one location.

Location: Higashi-ku

Inception: 1981

Official opening: October 20, 1981

Part of: 100 Best Urban Parks in Japan

Website: https://uminaka-park.jp

GPS coordinates: 33.65723,130.35273

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:06