Lake Biwa Canal Museum, Canal history museum in Sakyō-ku, Japan.
The Lake Biwa Canal Museum displays engineering documents, construction equipment, and detailed dioramas across two exhibition floors explaining water infrastructure development.
Established in 1989 to mark 100 years since the Lake Biwa Canal construction, which provided water resources essential for Kyoto's industrial growth.
The museum exhibits highlight the achievements of engineer Sakuro Tanabe and other individuals who contributed to the canal's development in the Meiji period.
Located near Keage Station, the museum offers free admission and operates from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with exhibits in three halls featuring interactive displays.
Visitors can operate mechanical handles in the second exhibition hall to illuminate a miniature representation of Kyoto's urban development through time.
Location: Sakyō-ku
Inception: August 9, 1989
Official opening: August 9, 1989
Address: 〒606-8437 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Nanzenji Kusakawacho, １７ 606-8437
Phone: +81757522530
Website: https://biwakososui-museum.city.kyoto.lg.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.01202,135.78816
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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