Manyo Park

Manyo Park is known as one of the best autumn foliage spots in the Yugawara area. In the fall, the entire park is enveloped in vivid colors, giving you the sensation of being inside a painting. Manyo Park is perfect for viewing autumn foliage. Enjoy the view of the park's red carpet of leaves and the vivid foliage reflected like a mirror in the park's pond, which can only be enjoyed in the autumn.

In Manyo Park in Yugawara, there are attractive nature trails to explore. Manyo Park, which has been beloved by many writers and artists, offers the unique feature of being able to enjoy both beautiful nature and historical charm at the same time. Along the stream, there is a healing space where trees stand in a row, and on the staircase-like chairs, you can admire the waterfall from the terrace. Let's enjoy the abundant nature that is hard to believe is so close to the hot spring town at the many spots on the walking path.

At the entrance of Manyo Park, there is a stylish entrance terrace. The terrace warmly welcomes visitors and is equipped with various facilities such as benches where you can relax, park maps, cafes, and souvenir shops. In addition, the terrace has staff and volunteer guides who are knowledgeable about Manyo Park and can answer questions and provide advice.

Within Manyo Park, there is a shrine called Kumano Shrine. It is said that Kumano Shrine, which was separated from Kii's Kumano Hongu, was once located in an area called Oyunohara. Therefore, it has gathered the faith of many people as the guardian god of hot springs, named after the place where it was once enshrined. For those who visit Manyo Park and stay at the nearby Yubara Onsen, visiting the shrine in conjunction with a hot spring bath may allow you to charge up with even more energy.

At Sounoyu Terrace in Manyo Park, you can enjoy a luxurious experience unique to hot spring resorts. Soak in the natural hot spring bath where you can enjoy the famous hot springs of Yugawara while gazing at the nature of Manyo Park, and heal your daily fatigue. In addition, a relaxing space is provided on the terrace for you to use after your hot spring bath. It's a good idea to lie down and relax while enjoying the afterglow of the warm hot spring. Reservations are required for the facility, so please make a reservation in advance from the website.