Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park in Edogawaku Tokyo
Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park is a park along a stream running through the central part of Edogawaku from the north to the south. It was built after Furukawa Water Park on between Edogawa and Shinkawa River. It is 3,930 meters long park from Sugawara Bashi Bridge to Nakagawa River. According to a map edited in 1880, the river started as two small streams in rice fields in Kami Komatsugawa village and it went down and finally joined Shinkawa River near Shinkawa havinig joined Nakagawa River. Now the juncture of the rivers is under Arakawa River.
Moreover, Kafu Nagai, a famous writer in early 20th century, had often visited areas around Komatsugawa from 1948 to 1951. He wrote in his diary ' Danchotei Nichijo' that he walked in field in Komatsugawa in March 1st of 1948 and that he bought 18 liters of rice from a farmer in March 2nd of 1949. He was fond of walking around Komatsugawa areas. Though there are few rice fields and farming grounds but some large buildings such as the City Hall, the Culture Center, shopping centers and so forth stand now in the areas, Komatsugawa Water Park gives nature in such urban areas, many sakura blossoms bloom in spring and colored leaves changes the views over the streams in fall, it sounds like an oasis in urban areas. Why don't you visit the water park?
Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park
The History of Komatsugawa Sakaigawa River
Komatsugawa Sakaigawa River was named since it went down in between Higashi and Nishi Komatsugawa Village; 'Sakai' means a border. The river started Kami Komatsugawa Village (now 4 chome Higashi Shinkoiwa in Katsushikaku), then it went down and issued to Shinkawa River near the border of Nishi Komatsugawa and Funabori Village.In 1950's, the areas along Komatsugawa Sakaigawa River were urbanized; sewage from residents and factories ran into it and the water was polluted. Since drainage ditches started working, the sewage finished running into it and it became a water park.
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Sakura in Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park
There are some noted spots for viewing beautiful cherry blossoms along Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park.
The Autumn Leaves in Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park
Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park is a noted spot for viewing colored leaves in fall. Visitores could enjoy seeing them while walking along the streams in it.
The Location and Access to Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park
Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park- Komatsugawa Sakaigawa Water Park has great accessibilities from both Narita and Haneda International Airport.
- From Narita International Airport, take Sobu Express Line bound to Tokyo or Yokosuka and get off at Shinkoiwa Sta.
- From Haneda International Airport, take Keikyu-line bound to Narita, and get off Shinagawa Sta and transfer the line to Sobu Express line bound to Narita International Airport or Chiba, and get off at Shinkoiwa Sta.
- From Akihabara Station, take Sobu line bound to Chiba, Tsudanuma, Nishi Funabasi and get off Shinkoiwa Sta.
- Take 10 minute walk from Shinkoiwa Sta.
- Through Honisshiki, Chuo, Matsushima, Nishi Komatsugawa and Higashi Komatsugawa in Edogawaku.
The Noted Spots along Moto Sakura Micho Road
The Erea around Funabashi Daijingu Shirne
Some landmarks tell the history and culture of Funabashi City.
Funabashi Toshogu Shrine
It is famous for the smallest shrine that dedicates Ieyasu Tokugawa in Japan.
Ebigawa and the Senbon Sakura
Ebigawa is a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms.
Irihi Jinja Shrine
This small shrine was built where Yamato Takeru had landed on.
Funabashi Yonchome Ryokuchi Park and Kasuga Jinja Shirne
They look like the urban oasisi near the railway stations.
Katsushika Jinja Shrine and Katsumata no Ike Koen Park
They were popular noted spots in Edo period.
Yakuousan Tomyouji Temple
Yakushi Nyorai dedicated in it has been believed to be highly responsive for prayers.
Tamonin Temple and the Futago Fuji Pond
The temple and the pond related to the Founder Nichiren.
Nakayama Hokekyoji Temple
Visitors could enjoy seeing some important cultural properties.
The Vicinity Of Hokekyoji
Temples, shrines and a museum are near Hokekyoji Temple.
Takaishigami Jinja Shrine
This small shrine is related to the battles of Konodai in Sengoku Period.
Shinmeisha Shrine and Shinmeiji Temple
They have their long history and the legend of Oguri Hangan.
Cherry trees along Mamagawa River
The Mama-gawa River is the very famous spot to enjoy seeing the blooming Cherry Blossoms.
The Area Around Nikke Colton Plaza
Nikke Colton Plaza and some landmarks around are attractive and exciting to walk on.
Katsushika Hachimangu Shrine
This area is very exciting as there are shops, restaurants and historical and cultural landmarks.
Katsushika Hachimangu Shrine
Having long history and the national natural treasure Senbon Icho Tree stands in.
Yawata no Yabushirazu Shirne
Having some legends in this tiny thicket, many writers introduced it in their masterpieces..
A Walk under Black Pine Trees in Hirata and Shinden Ereas
There some shrines related to Kafu Nagai in these areas.
The Observatory on I-link Town Ichikawa
It commands a panoramic view of Mt.Fuji behind Tokyo.
A Walk On Tekona And Mama
Tekona and Mama has read in many tanka poems, it is good place to find Japanese classics.
A Walk Along Edogawa River
The areas along the river have many noted spots that people could enjoy history and culture.
A Walk On Shinnakagawa River
The river flowing from north to south in the center of Edogawaku is an enjoyable course to walk.
Tenso Jinja Shrine in Matsumoto
It looks like a shrine in a deep forest since many over 20 meter tall trees stand in it.
Komatsugawa Water Park
It is like an oasis in urban areas, many sakura flowers and colored leaves wait for visitors.
Shinkoiwa Katori Jinja Shrine and Komatsuna Yashiki Residence
They are related to Dokan Ota and Yoshimune Tokugawa.