TOKYO: Most parks are vast, featuring greenery and benches for relaxation. However, Japan’s Nagaizumi Town boasts a record-breaking, miniature park.
This park, officially the world’s smallest, is located in Nagaizumi Town, Shizuoka. It measures only 0.24 m²—smaller than two A3 sheets.
Despite its tiny size, the park has an entrance, a miniature bench, and a small patch of grass for visitors.
A short walk from Nagaizumi Town Hall leads to this unique landmark, drawing attention from both locals and tourists.
Created in 1988, the park was designed to maximize unused roadside space in a creative and fun way.
Inspired Abroad
Shuji Koyama, from the town’s construction division, revealed the inspiration behind this tiny park’s creation.
A staff member who traveled to the US discovered Mill Ends Park in Portland, the former smallest park.
Returning home, they proposed building an even smaller park to surpass the existing record.
For decades, the town referred to this minuscule space as the world’s smallest park without official recognition.
Despite its size, the park has gained local fame, frequently appearing in media reports over the years.
Official Recognition
To claim the record, the town worked with professional surveyors to verify the park’s exact dimensions.
They submitted detailed information following Guinness World Records’ strict guidelines for official certification.
The efforts paid off as Nagaizumi Town’s tiny park is now recognized as the smallest in the world.
Shuji Koyama expressed relief and pride that the town’s unique creation had finally earned official status.
Tourists now flock to take photos, making it a quirky yet beloved local attraction.
Tourist Attraction
Despite its limited space, the park remains a peaceful spot where locals pause and enjoy its charm.
Visitors continue to be fascinated by how a place so small can still be a functional public space.
With its new official title, Nagaizumi Town’s micro-park has secured its place in history.
This record-setting landmark proves that even the smallest spaces can hold great significance.
