Main Attractions
Onsai-kan and the Open-Air Market
Located near the entrance, Onsai-kan and the open-air market are convenient places to shop for souvenirs and local products. Visitors can browse regional specialties and find memorable items to take home.
Satoyama no Yu
Satoyama no Yu is a bathing facility featuring seven types of baths and a sauna. Its nostalgic atmosphere evokes a traditional Japanese public bathhouse from the Showa era (1926–1989), complete with a tiled mural of Mount Fuji in the bathing area.
The spacious outdoor baths offer relaxing views of the surrounding countryside. A footbath near the entrance is also available free of charge, providing a pleasant way to unwind during a visit.
Entrance Garden and Central Garden
These gardens feature seasonal flower displays that change throughout the year. Visitors can stroll among colorful blooms and enjoy the beauty of the countryside in different seasons.
Satoyama Bus
The park’s electric tram-style vehicle makes it easy to travel around the grounds. A one-way ride costs 300 yen, while children aged three and under can ride for free.
Yamabiko School
Yamabiko School is housed in a relocated former elementary school building. Inside, visitors can take part in music-box-making workshops and explore a pavilion recreating a traditional Japanese streetscape from the Showa era.
The building offers a glimpse into the atmosphere of an earlier period, making it an appealing stop for visitors interested in Japanese history and everyday life.
Silkworm House
The Silkworm House features exhibits about silkworms and sericulture, an industry that played an important role in traditional Japanese rural life. Visitors can learn about the process of raising silkworms and their role in silk production.
Dog Run
The dog run provides a dedicated space where visitors can let their dogs play and exercise. Since dogs are welcome in the park, the facility makes it easier for pet owners to enjoy a countryside outing with their companions.
Former Asahi Village Office and Sugoroku School
These historic buildings have been relocated and preserved as facilities for learning about local history. They include exhibition spaces, a former assembly hall, and displays that introduce aspects of community life and architecture from the early Showa period.
Experience Japan’s Rural Heritage
Gifu Seiryu Satoyama Park combines nostalgic rural scenery with hands-on activities, gardens, local food, and relaxing bathing facilities. Whether exploring the recreated school buildings, enjoying the seasonal flowers, sampling regional specialties, or spending time with family and pets, visitors can experience a welcoming side of traditional Japanese countryside life.