History
- Opened as "Shiohama" on December 1, 1935.
- Renamed to "Rakurakuen" on September 8, 1936.
- Renamed to "Rakurakuen-yuenchi(amusement park)" on July 20, 1965.
- Renamed to "Rakurakuen" on September 1, 1971. - the amusement park was closed.
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