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Hiruzen Kogen Center Joyful Park

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Hiruzen Kogen Center Joyful Park is a comprehensive leisure facility located on the Hiruzen Plateau in Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture. The plateau sits at an elevation of 500 to 600 meters at the southern foot of the Hiruzen Sanza mountains, part of the Daisen-Oki National Park. The Hiruzen region is one of western Japan's premier highland resorts, attracting approximately 25 million visitors annually, making it the second most visited destination in Okayama Prefecture after Kurashiki.

The facility combines an amusement park, shopping center, and dining venues within the pastoral scenery of Japan's largest Jersey cattle farming region. The area has been developed for recreation since its transformation from historical pastureland, where the traditional yamayaki controlled burning practice has been maintained for generations to preserve grassland habitats. The plateau was historically contested by various clans during the Sengoku period before coming under peaceful Tokugawa shogunate control after 1603.

Joyful Park offers approximately 30 attractions ranging from gentle rides for young children to more thrilling experiences for adults. Key attractions include a two-story carousel, roller coasters, go-karts, water slides, and the signature Ferris wheel that provides panoramic views of the Hiruzen mountains and surrounding plateau. The park also features Hiruzen Hana no Mori, a rhododendron garden with 15,000 plants spanning 100 varieties that bloom spectacularly during the annual festival from May through late May. Additional facilities include small zoo exhibits with monkeys and birds, mini golf, and fairground games.

The center is renowned for its culinary offerings, particularly Jingisukan (Genghis Khan-style mutton barbecue), prepared with a secret sauce recipe maintained since the facility's establishment. The restaurants serve halal-certified lamb, making them Muslim-friendly, along with Hiruzen Yakisoba, a local specialty noodle dish. Visitors can also enjoy Jersey milk products including ice cream, yogurt, and cheese. The facility offers a unique ice cream-making experience where participants roll balls to create handmade ice cream, particularly popular with children.

By car, it takes approximately 30 minutes from Chūgoku-Katsuyama Station or 1 hour 40 minutes from Okayama Station. For public transport users, take the JR train to Chūgoku-Katsuyama Station, then board the Maniwa City Community Bus (Maniwakun) for an 80-minute journey, disembarking at Hirusen Kōgen Sentā Mae bus stop directly in front of the facility.


Hours
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone
+81 867-66-3600
Website
www.hkcenter.co.jp


The area

Address
1205-197 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama 717-0602, Japan

Hiruzen Kogen Center Joyful Park

Hours

Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone

+81 867-66-3600

Website

www.hkcenter.co.jp

What other travelers are saying about Hiruzen Kogen Center Joyful Park

A nature paradise! Peaceful and surrounded with flowers and fauna ! On mountain this location adds amazing Panasonic surrounding view ! Nearby joyful Park is also great destination for family and children! A great restaurant with varieties of dishes also in the location !
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Narayan Sharma
Aug 19, 2025
I had an amazing day in Hiruzen Kogen Center! We didn’t see much snow in the Okayama city so it’s definitely a great place to make a day-trip for a snowy day vacation if you happen to be in the prefecture~ The jingisukan was very delicious 🥹🤤They serve halal-certified lamb for the barbecue so it’s very muslim-friendly and even delicious salt & pepper mix for people who can’t consume the sauce because it contains mirin. The ice cream making experience was also very fun! I had never made handmade ice cream before and I find the ball-rolling method a very interesting way to make the ice cream, kids love it very much too~ It’s February so we were able to participate in the annual “Yuki Koi Snow Festival” and tried making miniature snow igloos by ourselves. I have never tried it before so I’m not good at making them but they even provide tools that we can use to decorate them, other people also made things like snow sculpture and snowman, it looks very cool! They also offers candle in the afternoon to insert in the snow igloos so people can enjoy beautiful snow illumination when the sun is setting~ There are also many food stalls that sells things like croquettes and fries and soft cream made using the infamous Hiruzen jersey milk which tastes very delicious 💕 I also really love the taste of the Hiruzen jersey milk cheese cake and jingisukan curry that I bought as souvenirs (many of the souvenirs also use halal ingredients, for those who are interested in buying them). I would definitely visit this place again someday if I have the chance~
Alhamdulillah, One of the options that can be used for a vacation with family, there is certified lamb barbecue and typical chocolate snacks from the city. In addition, you can play free slides and of course play snow.
The entrance ticket is 800yen, free pass ticket are 3900yen for adult/3300yen for children. There are many interesting games that both adults and children can enjoy so I recommend to buy free pass ticket. Dont forget to get through the thrilling house, very interesting
Had the most amazing time in Hiruzen, Okayama with my family! We indulged in the most delicious halal lamb paired with fresh vegetables. Then, we got hands-on and learned how to make ice cream in a ball – so fun! After filling up the ball, we played and even danced with it together! Next, we took advantage of the winter wonderland there to build an igloo and slide through the snow. As the evening fell, we lit candles inside the igloos, creating the most magical illumination. And of course, we couldn’t leave without picking up some tasty snacks at the souvenir shop! Unforgettable memories made here in Hiruzen!

Frequently Asked Questions

Local buses operate from nearby train stations with a stop at Hiruzen Kōgen Sentā Mae directly in front of the facility. Bus schedules are infrequent. From JR Neu Station, taxi takes 20 minutes. By car: 3 minutes from Yonago Expressway Hiruzen IC.

Yes. Approximately 30 attractions include gentle rides for toddlers alongside thrilling options. Two-story merry-go-round, Ferris wheel with plateau views, and various kid-friendly attractions.

May is ideal for viewing the rhododendron garden. The Hiruzen Highlands Rhododendron Festival runs annually during May with 15,000 rhododendrons of 100 varieties in full bloom, along with taiko drum performances and photo contests.

The Hiruzen Hotel is located directly off Hiruzen IC, providing convenient access to the park. Additional lodging options are available throughout the Hiruzen Plateau resort area.
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