William Another in our series of water bodies in which to dabble: “じゃぶじゃぶ池,” or “splash about pond.” The Hosokawa family once had a large summer house with an immense spring; the house is gone (though much of the land remains property of the clan), replaced by a wedding venue; the voluminous amounts of water flow under various gates through two streams into Lake Ezu. Of particular fun for tots is a small waterfall, on the right of the photo, where the crystalline, chill water drops to lake level. Older kids will enjoy exploring the waterways as they cut through thick vegetation. Peek over walls to admire spring-fed gardens of private houses. Lake Ezu parking is free, but the entrance from Denshadori is hard to find so scouting on foot beforehand is recommended; it fills up quickly, so arrive early with a picnic, shoes for walking in water, and a collection bucket. As there is a vast area to explore, the area is suitable for all elementary school kids, while the pond is safe for infants. (Photos from the Web.) City Website: https://www.ezuko-park.com/blog/16380