This vast park stretches across the riverbed from osaka city to oyamazakicho in kyoto. the riverside area, with its great views, is bustling with people jogging, walking, and playing sports. the nishinakajima area, close to minamikata station, is popular as an area for barbecues. the neighboring juso yaso area is blessed with a natural environment, and the distinctive view of the buildings of umeda, osaka in the distance is one of its attractions. it is also famous as the venue for the naniwa yodogawa fireworks festival, which is held in the summer.