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Saitama Museum of Rivers, Prefectural museum in Yorii, Japan.

The Saitama Museum of Rivers features exhibitions about river ecosystems, biodiversity, and conservation efforts across multiple floors and outdoor spaces.

Founded in August 1997, this institution became a central location for river education and research in the Saitama Prefecture of Japan.

The museum exhibits artifacts and documents that demonstrate the connection between local communities and the Arakawa River through generations.

Located at 39 Kozono, the museum operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and provides multilingual information materials for international visitors.

The museum grounds contain Japan's largest water mill and include interactive water features where children can play with musical water jets.

Location: Yorii

Inception: August 1, 1997

Official opening: August 1, 1997

Website: https://river-museum.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.11572,139.21975

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:38

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