Shirakawa Park is a nice place in the center of Nagoya that has a lot going on. There are plenty of trees and benches so you can enjoy some quality time in the great outdoors, as well as some pretty fountains, bridges, works of art, and spaces for games and activities. In the north part of the park is the Nagoya City Science Museum, a modern-looking building with a cafe attached to it. On the east side is the Nagoya City Art Museum, with lots of interesting sculptures and artworks displayed around the building. Also, the beautiful Osu Kannon Temple is nearby. As with many Japanese parks, there is a lack of open green space that many people associate with a "park," but Shirakawa Park is certainly a center of activity and a nice place to visit. It's a short walk from Osu Kannon Station (Tsurumai Line) or Fushimi Station (Tsurumai, Higashiyama Lines).
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Shirakawa Park
Pretty park in central Nagoya

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Jugglers enjoying the weather

Aiming upward

The science museum is in the park

A dance team practicing

Modern art, or a rough night?

Welcome!

Art exhibits and sculptures throughout the park

Back side of the art museum

Pretty architecture

Peaceful place for a walk

Tastefully decorated

A look at the Nagoya City Art Museum

Finding some shade
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Elena Lisina
8 years ago
I like modern architecture in Japan. Next time I should visit Nagoya!
Preethu
8 years ago
Nice Place!
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