Suigo-tsukuba Quasi-National Park



Sawara Municipal Aquatic
Botanical Garden
Otone Museum
Juni Kyo


Sawara Municipal Aquatic Botanical Garden

Suisei Shokubutsuen (Sawara Municipal Aquatic Botanical Garden) was opened in 1969 as a sightseeing and recreation spot in the Suigo Tsukuba Quasi-National Park. A wide assortment of aquatic plants raised in the garden offer stunning displays, particularly the various species of iris and lotus. Ougishima 1837-1. Tel 0478-56-0411.
Open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (8 a.m.-7 p.m. during the Iris Festival). Open every day in May and June. Closed in other months, every Monday, and from Dec.24 through Jan.4.
Admission:\200-700 (seasonal) Under15 \100-350

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Otone Museum

Otone Museum, a branch of the Chiba Prefectural Museum, offers an excellent introduction to the nature and the history of the Tone River, the second longest river in Japan. You can enjoy the great variety of exhibits on creatures and Hfestyres in the damp areas on the tower reaches of the river, such as freshwater fishes, waterfowls, traditional fishing gear, farming tools,and the ships used for trades with Edo.
Sawara Ha 4500. Tel 0478-56-0101. Open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Closed on Mondays and from Dec. 28 through Jan.4. Free admission

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Juni Kyo

Juni Kyo (twelve bridges) is the most popular sightseeing spot in the Suigo area, with many bridges spanning narrow canals. Sightseeing boats, managed by boatwomen in traditional costumes, guide visitors through the canals(seasonal).

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Sawara City Hall : Sawara Ro-2127 Sawara city Chiba Japan.
Telephone : 0478-54-1111 Faximili : 0478-52-4566
E-mail : info@city.sawara.chiba.jp