Saitama Museum of Rivers

The Saitama Museum of Rivers in Yorii is a facility with exhibitions on river ecosystems, animal life, and protection methods across multiple floors and outdoor areas. The collection covers different aspects of river life and shows how water and the natural surroundings connect.

The facility opened in 1997 and became a center for river education and research in Saitama Prefecture. It grew to play a role in raising awareness about river protection and the importance of water habitats in the region.

The museum displays how local communities have depended on the Arakawa River for work and daily life across many generations. Exhibitions showcase old tools, photographs, and stories that show this long relationship between people and the river.

The museum provides information materials in several languages for visitors from different countries. The spaces are laid out so you can easily walk through and visit different exhibitions on various floors.

The grounds feature Japan's largest water mill that visitors can explore. There are also interactive water play areas with musical water fountains where children can try different activities.

Location: Yorii

Inception: August 1, 1997

Official opening: August 1, 1997

Website: https://river-museum.jp

GPS coordinates: 36.11572,139.21975

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:07