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Building is a relocated airplane hangarThe ice skating rink was constructed on the former site of a rubber-ball baseball field, fulfilling a long-cherished wish of the Japan Skating Federation, and opened under the name Ice Palace. The organization of an ice show marked the beginning of the Company’s business of self-promoted events (without facilities rentals). |
To enjoy skating year-roundKorakuen Roller Skating Rink was opened Japan’s first indoor skating rink which can be used year-round. It helped roller skating gain popularity as a casual sport which, unlike ice skating, can be enjoyed in all four seasons. |
Featuring Japan’s first jet coasterKorakuen Amusement Park was created as Japan’s first urban mechanized amusement park. The opening featured the nation’s first jet coaster, with a three-dimensional mechanized design. The thrilling and fast ride was popular with both children and adults, and the Amusement Park was a major turning point in developing the Suidobashi district as a central city leisure zone. |
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