Saigawa Dam, Matsumoto

Name: Saigawa Dam
Address: Matsumoto, Japan

#9 among attractions in Matsumoto

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Facts and practical information

Saigawa Dam is a dam in Nagano Prefecture, Japan on the Sai River. Its lake is also known as Swan Lake for the swans that come every winter. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 36°18'26"N, 137°55'51"E

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Saigawa Dam – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Matsumoto Castle, Daio Wasabi Farm, Kaichi School, Japan Ukiyo-e Museum.

5.2 miSE
Prominent historical site with exhibits
Matsumoto Castle, Matsumoto
132 min walk • Matsumoto Castle, known as "Crow Castle" due to its striking black exterior, is a historic fortress nestled in the heart of the city of Matsumoto, Japan. This magnificent structure, with its origins dating back to the 16th century, is one of Japan's premier historic...
2.5 miNW
Farm
Daio Wasabi Farm, Matsumoto
63 min walk • Nestled in the tranquil city of Matsumoto, Japan, the Daio Wasabi Farm offers a unique and verdant escape for tourists seeking a serene and educational experience. As one of the largest wasabi farms in Japan, this picturesque site sprawls across 15 hectares and is...
4.9 miSE
Education museum in a former school
Kaichi School, Matsumoto
124 min walk • The Kaichi School in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture was one of the first schools in Japan. It opened in a temporary building in May 1873, the year after the first major education reforms were introduced by the new Ministry of Education. The school moved to new premises in April 1876.
5.3 miS
Museum, Art museum
Japan Ukiyo-e Museum, Matsumoto
136 min walk • The Japan Ukiyo-e Museum is a privately owned Japanese art museum in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. It holds over 100,000 Japanese woodblock prints, regarded as the world's largest collection of this form of art.
4.6 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Spa
Asama Onsen, Matsumoto
118 min walk • Asama Onsen is an onsen located in the city of Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The Asama Hot Spring Center, also known as the Hot Plaza Hall, has a configuration typical of many Japanese onsen with separate areas for males and females; each area contains multiple indoor...
3 miSW
Museum, History museum
Jōkyō Gimin Memorial Museum
76 min walk • The Jōkyō Gimin Memorial Museum is a museum dedicated to the Jōkyō Uprising that occurred in the Azumidaira area of Shinano Province of Japan in 1686. The uprising, also called the Kasuke Uprising, is portrayed by the museum to be a struggle for the right to life.
5.7 miSE
Dam
Lake Misuzu Dam, Matsumoto
145 min walk • Lake Misuzu Dam is a dam in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, completed in 1951.
4.5 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Matsumoto City Gymnasium, Matsumoto
114 min walk • Matsumoto City Gymnasium is an indoor sporting arena located in Matsumoto, Japan. The capacity of the arena is 6,000 spectators. It was one of the host cities of the official 2010 Women's Volleyball World Championship. It also hosted some of the volleyball events at the 2007 FIVB Men's World Cup.
4.7 miSE
Universities and schools
Shinshu University, Matsumoto
121 min walk • Shinshu University, abbreviated to Shindai, is a Japanese national university located in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. As the only university in Japan bearing the name of a former Japanese province, it bears the name "Shinshu", and is firmly rooted in the many regions of Nagano Prefecture.
4.7 miSE
Baseball, Sport venue, Sport
Matsumoto Baseball Stadium, Matsumoto
120 min walk • Matsumoto Baseball Stadium is a baseball stadium in Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan. The stadium has an all-seated capacity of 25,000.

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How to get to Saigawa Dam by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saigawa Dam:

Train

Tazawa (19 min walk)