Mabashi Park

What it is

• A public park in Tokyo's Suginami ward.
• Opened on March 30, 1985.
• Formerly the site of a meteorological research institute.
• Serves as a temporary evacuation site for residents.

What to see

• A pond with red-eared sliders, pond sliders, and carp.
• A multi-purpose field.
• A disaster prevention stockpile warehouse.
• A management office with a nursing room.

Getting there

• 8-minute walk from Koenji Station North Exit.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.