This is a prefectural park on the site of a feudal castle "Shiroyama" and located on both sides of the Shiroyama Dam. The gardens on both sides of the dam with Shiroyama mountain in the background makes this an impressive sight, particularly for viewing cherry blossom and autumn leaves.

Tsukui Town Civil Engineering Office Parks Division:
Tel 042-784-1111

The grand Sagamigawa River with its lush natural surroundings has a walking course, camping ground, and parks making it a popular recreation spot. There is the Giant Kite festival, and then from late April to early May, the sky above Takada bridge is filled with 1200 Carp streamers from all across Japan.
To commemorate the lifting of the ayu fishing restrictions on June 1, the area is thronged with anglers.

Sagamihara City Industry and Tourist Division:
Tel 042-769-8236

The Sagami Giant Kite festival has a long history dating back to the mid-19th century. Every year on the festival on May 5, the Sagami Giant Kite festival is held in Araiso area. The Sagami Giant Kite Center has a display of kites from around Japan and from abroad.

Sagami Giant Kite Center (in Renge no Sato Araiso): Tel 046-255-1311