HYPER LOCAL NAGOYA
Introducing the iconic “Mt. Fuji Slide,” a playground staple born and bred in Nagoya. It’s the kind of hyper-local charm you’d often find in Nagoya’s parks. On a chilly Saturday in January, responding to the kids’ enthusiastic plea to “climb Mt. Fuji,” we ventured to the Mt. Fuji Slide in Kasadera Park, located in Nagoya’s Minami-ku.
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Park with Mt. Fuji – A Glimpse of Nagoya’s Everyday Magic
Kasadera Park itself is quite expansive and well-known, but the Mt. Fuji Slide stands tall, surrounded by towering trees, exuding a touch of Nordic ambiance in its own isolated section.
Once a park with overgrown grass and a lack of maintenance, it has now transformed into a charming space with stairs and slopes leading to elevated areas, offering a delightful change. Climbing to the summit connects you to the Nagoya City Miharashidai Archaeological Museum, where locals enjoy picnics and strolls, creating a picturesque scene.
For kids, spotting Mt. Fuji triggers excitement, prompting a sprint to conquer its heights. The unfiltered joy, mirroring our own childhood reactions, brings forth spontaneous laughter. Some things never change across generations. Even as adults, the urge to climb remains undeniable.
Children find joy in the simple act of ascending and descending Mt. Fuji repeatedly. Despite its simplicity, the experience is incredibly enjoyable. These emotions, etched in memory, remain with us into adulthood.
From the top, the world unfolds before your eyes. The same views witnessed during childhood are now felt by your own kids. Playtime at Mt. Fuji Slide can last an hour without a single injury – a testament to the incredible creativity of children!
A weekend spent playing on Mt. Fuji – a hyper-local delight in Nagoya’s landscape.
Mt. Fuji at Kasadera Park （富士山すべり台 笠寺公園）
Yayoicho, Minami-ku, Nagoya,
