Name: Hanamaki Mokuiku Playland: An Interactive Experience from Japan’s
Start: 2025-12-11T10:00:00-06:00
Location: Garland County Library

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Hanamaki Mokuiku Playland: An Interactive Experience from Japan
📍 Garland County Library Auditorium
📅 November 1 – December 14, 2025
✨ Join us for this one-of-a-kind interactive wooden playland from our Sister City, Hanamaki, Japan!
Families can explore beautifully crafted wooden toys, learn about the Japanese concept of Mokuiku (“learning through wood and play”), and enjoy hands-on activities inspired by the natural beauty of Hot Springs — including Lake Ouachita, Bathhouse Row and the thermal springs.
Hours of Operation:
Through November 30:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving Day & Friday
Expanded Hours Beginning December 1:
Weekdays (Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri.): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closed Tuesdays
Admission & More Information:
Visit HotSpringsSisterCity.org for admission details, hours, and the latest updates about the Playland.
A perfect cultural experience for children, families, and visitors of all ages. Come play, learn, and discover the joy of Mokuiku right here in Hot Springs!