Riverbank Picnic Lunch and Shallow Water Play
About this spot
The Tamatae Riverbank (玉淀の河原), a designated scenic beauty spot also called 'Saitama's Nagaroro,' features gentle flowing sections of the Arakawa River ideal for simple water play such as stone skipping and rock collecting. The steep cliffs of Hatagatayama Castle ruins (鉢形城跡) rise on the opposite bank, making a picnic lunch while enjoying the scenery truly special. In summer, the area is bustling with families seeking the coolness of the riverside.
Tips
Never take your eyes off children, even in shallow water, and keep them away from fast-flowing areas and deep spots. Water shoes are safer than bare feet. There is little shade, so bringing a tarp or hat will make your stay more comfortable.
Best time to visit
Allow 1.5 hours. Around noon is ideal picnic weather.
Access & map
〒369-1203 Saitama Prefecture, Osato District, Yorii Town, Yorii
Model course featuring this spot
Yorii: Waterside Tour of the River Museum and Hatagatayama Castle
Saitama
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2026 Reiwa 8 Year Yoriimachi Tamazutsu Suiten Shrine Festival Fireworks Festival Full-Day Course
Dinner riverside while securing viewing spot for fireworks in the gorge
2026 Reiwa 8 Year Yoriimachi Tamazutsu Suiten Shrine Festival Fireworks Festival Full-Day Course
Watch approximately 5,000 fireworks resound through the Arakawa gorge at the Suiten Shrine Festival
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