Amami Park

The observation deck at Amami Park is a wonderful place where you can feel the grandeur of Amami's nature. From the observation deck, you can overlook the entire park. On clear days, you can also enjoy a view of "Kikai Island". You can also see the runway that was once used as an airport for Amami Park from the observation deck. From this view, you can feel the liveliness and activity of the airport at that time. The view from the observation deck is magnificent, allowing visitors to fully experience the charm of Amami. The observation deck at Amami Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of nature and historical scenery at the same time, is a place worth visiting!

The Village Forest at Amami Park is an area that expresses Itō Shinsui's artistic world. Within the park, you can admire the plants that appear in his works, such as the banyan tree, sago palm, and datura. While strolling, you may also find "octopus tree fruit," which resembles the fruit of the adan tree. When the male flowers of this tree bloom, a unique soap-like fragrance is said to waft through the air. At the Village Forest, you can feel Itō Shinsui's creativity and unique worldview while experiencing his works. The Village Forest, where Amami's nature and art are fused, will provide visitors with a rich and fulfilling experience!

Amami no Sato in Amami Park is a "playground" where traditional houses have been relocated. There is also a comprehensive exhibition hall modeled after Amami's villages, consisting of four zones: "Sea Road," "Theme Wall," "Island Road," and "Forest Road." Each zone showcases the lifestyle, events, customs, and culture of Amami's islands. In particular, "Island Road" introduces the events, customs, and culture of each village in Amami. In "Forest Road," visitors can experience the Amami forest and observe trees and creatures in life-size. At Amami no Sato, visitors can experience the lives of the island's people while learning about Amami's history and culture. The fusion of Amami's rich nature and traditional culture provides a valuable experience for those who visit.

The Tanaka Kazumura Memorial Museum is a museum exhibiting the works of Japanese painter Kazumura Tanaka, whose theme is the nature of Amami. The exhibition room is designed to resemble Takakura in Amami, and about 80 of Tanaka's works from his Tokyo, Chiba, and Amami periods are on permanent display. The museum is bright, and the natural beauty of Amami can be seen through the glass windows. Tanaka's works use local materials abundantly and depict subtropical creatures and landscapes. Through his works, you can experience the rich nature and beauty of Amami. After viewing the exhibition, you can take a break at the museum's entrance cafe, "Chero." In the summer, we recommend the refreshing drink "Amami Fruit Sugarcane Vinegar Soda." You can relax and immerse yourself in the charm of Amami while healing the fatigue of art appreciation. The Tanaka Kazumura Memorial Museum provides visitors with healing and inspiration through his works and the nature of Amami. If you are traveling to Amami, please be sure to visit!

At Amami Park, there is a shop called "Yuran Gou" where you can purchase local and souvenir products from Amami. They have a wide variety of island specialties such as Oshima Tsumugi silk, black sugar peanuts, and kibizu vinegar. These items are perfect as gifts for family and friends. They also offer items with Amami-style designs such as hair scrunchies and accessories made with Oshima Tsumugi silk. You can enjoy finding your favorite Amami goods while experiencing the island's nature, culture, and history. "Yuran Gou" has such a vast selection that you may have a hard time deciding what to buy, so take your time and enjoy browsing. Be sure to stop by when you visit Amami Park!