Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park in Kagawa Prefecture is lining up a variety of activities for Golden Week visitors. The highlight this year is the "Air Adventure Park," a collection of giant inflatable attractions making its debut at the park. Alongside the new attraction, classic seasonal events like the Water Balloon and a Shabo Stick crafting workshop are also on the schedule.
Golden Week Events
Air Adventure Park — New for 2025
A new giant inflatable playground is coming to the Lawn Plaza during Golden Week. Visitors can enjoy two types of inflatable slides, a jumping tunnel, and a ball pool all in one venue.
Dates: May 2 (Sat) to May 6 (Wed/Holiday) — cancelled in rain or strong wind
Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:50 PM — 50-minute sessions, entry by rotation
Location: Lawn Plaza
Admission:
- Children (age 3 and up): ¥700 per person (age restrictions apply to some equipment)
- Middle school students and above: ¥1,000 per person
- Accompanying parents/guardians: ¥200 per person (equipment use not included)
Water Balloon — Walk on Water
The Water Balloon lets participants step inside a giant inflatable ball and float across the surface of a pool — walking, rolling, or simply lying back and drifting. It's one of the park's most popular seasonal activities.
Dates: April 4 (Sat) to May 10 (Sun) — weekends and public holidays only; cancelled in rain
Hours: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Entrance Plaza
Admission: From ¥600 per turn (approximately 4 minutes)
Make a Shabo Stick
In this crafting workshop, participants make a toy that produces something resembling a soap bubble when spun — without bursting. It's a hands-on activity for families looking for something a little different.
Date: May 5 (Tue/Holiday)
Hours: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM / 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (approximately 20 minutes per session)
When demand is high, numbered tickets will be distributed 10 minutes before each session begins.
Location: Visitor Center
Capacity: First 50 participants per session
Admission: ¥500 per item
For details on other events taking place at the park, check the park's event page.
Popular Play Spots Around the Park
The park spans 350 hectares, and there are plenty of spots to explore beyond the special events.
Dora-Yume Fountain Plaza
A water play area with shallow pools shaded by trees — ideal for younger children on warm days. Note that diapers and pets are not permitted in this area.
Tatsu-no-Ko Plaza & Fuwa-fuwa Dome
This area features a dragon-shaped net jungle gym and bouldering equipment. The highlight is the "Fuwa-fuwa Dome," a large inflatable structure that gives the sensation of bouncing on clouds.
X-Slider
A complex play structure combining four towers with two extra-long roller slides — one measuring 65 meters in length with a 14-meter drop, and another at 50 meters with a 13-meter drop — along with rope climbing elements and more.
A digital map with real-time crowd information is available at platinumaps.jp to help plan your visit.
Free Shuttle Bus Service
A free shuttle bus runs between Kotoden Kotohira Station / JR Kotohira Station and the park entrance, making it easy to visit without a car.
Operating dates: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays from March 14 (Sat) to May 10 (Sun), plus May 24 (Sun)
Fare: Free
Timetable and additional details are available at the shuttle bus information page.
About Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park
Kokuei Sanuki Manno Park is the only national government-operated park in Shikoku, covering 350 hectares. It sits in the hills overlooking Manno-ike, one of Japan's largest agricultural reservoirs, in Manno-cho, Kagawa Prefecture.
Address: 4243-12 Yoshino, Manno-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa 766-0023
Opening hours (March 1 to July 19): 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
For hours outside this period, check the park website.
Closures: No closures from April 1 to May 31
The park may close temporarily during severe weather events.
Access by car:
- From Hiroshima/Okayama direction: Approx. 35 minutes from Sakaide I.C. (Seto-Chuo Expressway)
- From Ehime/Kochi direction: Approx. 25 minutes from Zentsuji I.C. (Takamatsu Expressway)
- From Tokushima direction: Approx. 40 minutes from Mima I.C. (Tokushima Expressway)
Access by train:
- JR: Approx. 15 minutes by taxi from JR Kotohira Station
- Kotoden: Approx. 15 minutes by taxi from Kotoden Kotohira Station or Okada Station
For more access details, visit the access page.
Park website: sanukimannopark.jp
