Gyōda Park

What it is

• A prefectural urban park in Funabashi divided into east and west sections.
• The site formerly served as a Japanese Navy radio transmission station.
• The park opened to the public on October 5, 1971.
• A circular road surrounds the entire park perimeter.

What to see

• A Japanese garden and a canal located in the western section.
• A large lawn and a dedicated running course in the eastern section.
• A pedestrian bridge that connects the east and west areas.
• The unique circular layout of the surrounding road and park boundaries.

When to go

• August for the annual 100km relay marathon event.

Getting there

• A five-minute walk from the Gyoda-Danchi bus stop.
• The park is located near Funabashi-Hoten and Tsukada train stations.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.