皇子が丘公園, Urban park in Ueno, Japan.
Oujigaoka Park is a 15.1-hectare urban park in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, on elevated ground overlooking Lake Biwa and the city. It has a lawn plaza, a four-seasons grove, cherry and maple groves, an observation plaza, a children's castle, an outdoor stage, a gymnasium and indoor and summer pools.
The site was used as housing for the US military stationed in Japan right after the end of World War II. After the American troops withdrew, the city of Otsu developed it as a park. It now covers about 15.1 hectares and is managed by the city.
Visitors gather here to enjoy picnics and walks, especially when cherry blossoms or autumn foliage transform the trees. Different sections serve as meeting places for people from the neighborhood who spend time together with family and friends.
The grounds are easily reached on foot and well marked from the train station. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since much of the park is crossed on foot via pathways.
The park occupies a hilltop site that served as housing for the US military stationed in Japan right after the end of World War II; after the troops withdrew, Otsu City turned the land into a park. It covers about 15.1 hectares and is managed by the city.
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