Shiokaze Park

Shiokaze Park (Japanese: 潮風公園) is a Tokyo Metropolitan park located in Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, Japan. It was opened to the public on June 1, 1974, and was originally named "Park No. 13." The park covers a total area of 154,940 square meters.

Situated along the western coast of Tokyo’s Rinkai waterfront subcenter, the park lies between Odaiba Seaside Park and Higashi-Yashio Greenway Park. The seaside paths within the park are paved with stone tiles, making them ideal for walking and enjoying the view. From these paths, visitors can enjoy scenic views of Shinagawa Wharf and Tokyo Port across the water, and on clear days, even catch a distant glimpse of Mt. Fuji. The park offers a more expansive view than Odaiba Seaside Park. In addition to attracting tourists, local residents frequently visit for sunbathing, jogging, cycling, and fishing.

On the southern side of the park runs the main road called the "Seaside Boulevard of Water and Greenery," which connects the South Central Entrance with the Fountain Plaza. At the center of this boulevard is a fountain, flanked by Washington palm trees and waterfall features that create a tropical ambiance.

During summer, the Fountain Plaza becomes a popular spot for children to play and cool off. Nearby, a ship-shaped playground structure named "Shiokaze" (しおかぜ) provides a fun area for kids to enjoy.

The park is divided into northern and southern sections by the Metropolitan Expressway, which runs through it. These two areas are connected by the Shiokaze Bridge. The expressway continues into the Tokyo Port Tunnel, passing beneath the sea to the opposite shore, and a tunnel ventilation tower is located near the bridge for this purpose. Crossing the Shiokaze Bridge from the south side leads to the BBQ Plaza in the northern section.

The park also features a sculpture by artist Shigeo Fukuda titled "Sunday Afternoon on the Island of Shiokaze Park." The sculpture appears completely different when viewed from the front versus the side, making it quite a unique piece. Another highlight of the park is the "Tower of Sunset," cleverly designed so that the sun’s rays pass through a central gap in the tower, creating a picturesque sunset scene. The path leading from the Tower of Sunset to the North Central Entrance is called the "Seaside Boulevard of the City and the Sea."

Lastly, the Sun Plaza is a large grassy lawn area full of greenery, providing an ideal space for children and pets to run and play freely.