Observation platform
Adults (high school students and older): 400 yen, children (elementary and junior high school students): 200 yen, infants: free
The 59.65-meters-high Gyoda Tower (Ancient Lotus Park) stands tall in the Ancient Lotus Village located in northern Saitama Prefecture.
The museum is divided into an exhibition room, an observation room, a rest area, and a seminar room, where visitors can learn about nature by "seeing, touching, and hearing" through hands-on experience.
The 50-meter-high observation deck offers a panoramic view of the mountains surrounding the Kanto Plain, if the weather is fine you get a full view.
Address | 2375-1, Kobari, Gyoda-shi, Saitama 361-0024 |
Operator | Gyoda City (Designated manager: Gyoda City industry,culture,and sports IkiIki foundation) |
Completion Date | April 22, 2001 |
Architect | Malta Sekkei Inc. |
Structural type | RC, Rahmen structure with earthquake-resistant walls; Observatory: Steel-framed, braced structure |
Purpose | Nature study, sightseeing with a view, sales of local products |
Adults (high school students and older): 400 yen, children (elementary and junior high school students): 200 yen, infants: free
Stamps are placed near the reception information desk on the 1st floor.
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The park is full of nature, including trees, aquatic plants, and flowers.
Enjoy nature and ancient lotus through dioramas and videos
Impressed by the mysterious beauty and grace of lotus flowers
Ancient Lotus Park Illumination held every December
Stay overnight in nature with a view of the tower
Colors peak from late July to August, and the best time to see the art is from mid-July to mid-October.