The 10 Best Parks in Japan

Are you a tourist or a resident in Japan and trying to choose the best options for a fun day out? In this article, we take a look at the best parks in Japan according to Tripadvisor.

1. Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disneyland has 465,000 m² and is located in Urayasu, Chiba, near Tokyo. The park features many of the attractions you would expect from Disneyland and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in California. Of course, each park still has its own exclusive touches. If you like Disney, this is definitely one of the best options.

2. Tokyo DisneySea

The Tokyo DisneySea has approximately 712,246.73 m² and is a nautical-themed park. Unlike Tokyo Disneyland, it aims for a more adult audience, with faster and scarier attractions and shows designed for older visitors. It is located at the same address as Tokyo Disneyland, so visiting both parks doubles the fun on your trip.

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3. Funabashi Andersen Park

This is a theme park dedicated to Hans Christian Andersen in Funabashi, Chiba. It features a beautiful replica of a Danish windmill, squares, gardens, a lake, and plenty of greenery. There are lots of activities for children, such as pony rides on the mini-farm and various attractions at the playground. A very pleasant place to spend the day with the family.

4. Universal Studios Japan

A famous theme park inspired by big Hollywood movies, opened in March 2001, located on Sakurajima Island in Osaka. It was the first Universal Studios theme park outside the United States.

5. Fujikyu Highlands

A theme park near the base of Mount Fuji. It has many roller coasters, as well as two haunted attractions: The Haunted Hospital, the second-largest haunted attraction in the world, and the Hopeless Fortress. Other attractions include Thomas Land and themed areas inspired by Gundam and Evangelion.

6. Nagashima Spa Land

An excellent park with several roller coasters and rides for all ages, plus a very good water park for the strong summer heat in Japan and an outlet with clothes, sneakers, watches, accessories, and more, all from famous brands at very affordable prices. It is located in Nagashima, Kuwana, Mie Prefecture.

7. Green Land Resort

A large resort in Kumamoto that attracts more than 3 million visitors per year. The resort includes an amusement park, Greenland, hotels, golf courses, barbecue areas, gardens, bowling, pools, onsen, and many other attractions.

8. Rusutsu Resort

Rusutsu Resort has direct access to ski slopes, so you have more time to practice Snowboarding, snow tubing, and snowmobiling. You can visit the spa to relax with massages, body treatments, or aromatherapy. Belle Vue, one of the nine restaurants, serves French cuisine. This elegant hotel also offers two bars, a golf course, and rooms with flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. Skiers can also use storage, rentals, and ski lessons. Of course, it also has a huge amusement park.

9. Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura

A small Edo-period theme village located in Nikko, Tochigi. In this village, you really travel back in time and meet samurai, ninjas, geishas, villagers wearing kimonos, and much more. A true adventure for fans of Japanese culture.

10. Huis Ten Bosch

A theme park in Sasebo, Nagasaki, that recreates Holland and showcases faithful copies of old Dutch buildings. The name Huis Ten Bosch comes from the Dutch phrase meaning "House in the Forest". The park features many Dutch-style buildings, such as hotels, residences, theaters, museums, shops, and restaurants, as well as canals, windmills, attractions, and a giant seasonal flower garden.

Japan is full of unforgettable places! Which one would you add to your list first?