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Learn About Sayama Tea History and Local Life

About this spot

Located adjacent to Chikou-san Park, this museum features exhibits on Sayama tea history, production methods, and the folklore and nature of Sayama City. Sayama tea is renowned for its rich taste, earning the praise: 'Color from Shizuoka, aroma from Uji, taste perfected in Sayama.' This provides a valuable opportunity to learn about the region's signature industry. The air-conditioned interior offers respite from summer heat while viewing. Learning about the area beforehand deepens your appreciation of Sayama's summer.

Season & hours

Name: 入間川七夕まつり

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat)–8/2 (Sun) 12:00–21:00

Venue: 狭山市・狭山市駅西口市民広場〜七夕通り商店街

狭山市駅西口市民広場から七夕通り商店街にかけて、2026年は8月1日・2日の12時から21時まで開催される市民総出の夏祭りです。商店街の頭上には色とりどりの七夕飾りが連なり、夏空の下で夏らしい華やかな景観をつくり出します。8月1日は12時から20時30分まで七夕通り商店街沿道に屋台が並び、昼から夜まで長時間にわたって賑わいます。正午の開始直後の明るい飾りの表情と、夜に照明が灯った幻想的な表情の両方を1日で楽しめるのも、この祭りならではの魅力です。

Tips

祭りは長時間にわたるため、こまめな休憩と水分補給を心がけましょう。日中は日差しが強いため、日よけ対策をしっかりと。夜は人出が増えるため、子どもとはぐれないよう注意しましょう。

Food stalls

Hours: 8/1 12:00–20:30、8/2 12:00–19:30

Where: 七夕通り商店街沿道

Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

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Source: city.sayama.saitama.jp

Tips

Visiting together with Chikou-san Park ensures smooth transitions. Check opening hours and admission fees in advance for peace of mind.

Best time to visit

Approximately 45 minutes. Morning viewing during cool hours is recommended.

Access & map

1F, Inari-yama 1-chome, Sayama City, Saitama 350-1324, Japan

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