This 20,000 square meter Japanese garden was built in 1987 to commemorate the completion of the Yabakei Dam.
The park recreates the mountain stream of Yabakei using tens of thousands of stones and dam water, and features 20,000 trees of 50 different species, ponds, rocks, waterfalls, and more, all in perfect harmony with the seasons. Enjoy the natural beauty created by the interplay of light and shadow.
The garden is lit up every autumn.
The park recreates the mountain stream of Yabakei using tens of thousands of stones and dam water, and features 20,000 trees of 50 different species, ponds, rocks, waterfalls, and more, all in perfect harmony with the seasons. Enjoy the natural beauty created by the interplay of light and shadow.
The garden is lit up every autumn.
Details
Address | 871-0431 Oshima, Yabakei-cho, Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture, 2286-1 |
Opening
hours | *The illuminations in 2025 will be from November 1st (Sat) to December 1st (Mon). The times are scheduled to be from 5pm to 9pm. |
Closed days | Open all year round |
TEL | 0979-54-3111 / Nakatsu City Yabakei Branch Office |
Parking | Free Approximately 150 cars (10 large cars. Buses can also be parked) |
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Admission fee | Free |


