About Granpal Park
Granpal Park (Izu Granpal Park) is a large leisure facility located in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and is a family tourist spot with many attractions, athletic activities, and hands-on facilities on its vast grounds. Located in the hills of Izu, a region rich in nature, the park offers a variety of outdoor activities along with seasonal scenery and fresh air. With a wide range of attractions for adults and children of all ages, this is the perfect place for a day of leisure for families and groups.
One of the features of Granpal Park is the wide variety of its attractions. The park is equipped with large playground equipment such as athletic facilities and trampolines that allow children to move their bodies to their heart's content, and there is an area where children can play freely. For example, there is a giant fluffy dome “Sky Circus,” a long slide, a maze, and many other pieces of playground equipment to stimulate children's curiosity. There are also zip lines, carts, go-carts, and putting golf for adults to enjoy together, allowing them to spend time actively moving their bodies. There are also pedal boats, a cycle monorail, and other ride-based attractions that allow visitors to fully enjoy nature while touring the park.
Another recommended point is the “Illumination Event. At night, the park is beautifully illuminated, creating a world of fantastic illuminations. The illumination tunnels, light artworks, and sound-linked illumination shows create an atmosphere as if you were in a light theme park. This illumination event is especially popular with couples and families, who can enjoy a romantic time that is different from daytime activities. Since each season has a different theme, visitors can find something new to enjoy each time they visit.
In addition, Granpal Park offers a wide variety of hands-on activities that bring visitors into contact with nature. The park has a vast lawn area where visitors can relax, have a picnic, and play ball. There is also a dog run area, so you can visit with your pets and play together. A wide variety of seasonal events are also held, and visitors can enjoy the cherry blossoms and flowers in the spring, water play events and barbecues in the summer, and harvesting experiences and craft workshops in the fall, all of which are designed to be enjoyed together with nature.
In addition, the park's cafes and restaurants are attracting attention as spots where not only children but also adults can relax and enjoy themselves. The park is dotted with food courts and stylish cafes where you can enjoy light meals and relax while enjoying dishes and sweets made with local ingredients. In particular, terrace seating overlooking the lawn and attraction areas provides a sense of openness, allowing visitors to enjoy a meal outdoors in fine weather.
In general, Granpal Park is an active tourist spot recommended for families and couples who want to play in nature to the fullest. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities throughout the day, such as playing on the attractions, having a fantastic time at the illumination at night, or just relaxing and communing with nature. Along with Izu's abundant nature, it is loved by many people as the perfect place to create memories full of smiles.