Saitama Environmental Science International Center
sightseeing
Basic Information
Business hours / Fee
How to get there
Approximately 15 minutes via the Asahi Bus headed for “Kazoshako”, “Kazo Eki” or “Kisaimachi Fukushi Center”
Take the bus from Platform 1 of Konosu Station Easy Exit
Get off at “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center” and walk for about 3 minutes
The fare for one-way 〈in the case of an Integrated Circuit (IC) card〉: Adult 320 yen 〈315 yen〉, Children 180 yen〈178 yen〉(Children are those who are below elementary school) (from October 2019)
From “Kazo Station” of Tobu Isesaki Line
Approximately 15 minutes via Asahi Bus headed for “Kōnosu Higashiguchi” or “Kōnosu Eki HIgashiguchi Keiyu Menkyo Center”
Take the bus from the route bus terminal located in Kazo Station’s South Exit
Get off at “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center” and walk for about 3 minutes
The fare for one-way〈in the case of an Integrated Circuit (IC) card〉: Adult 300 yen 〈294 yen〉, Children 150 yen〈147 yen〉(Children are those who are below elementary school) (from October 2019)
It will take about 15 minutes from each station to the bus stop.
It may take longer depending on congestion in the morning and evening hours as well as the traffic situation.
There may be changes from what is written above based on a revised schedule and/or the revision of fares.
For more information, please contact Asahi Bus Kazo Office at 0480-61-7330.
Head in the direction of Kenos (formerly known as Kisai-machi), which is approximately a 30 minute drive (about 10 km).
Tohoku Expressway “Kazo Interchange” ~ head in the direction of “Kazo・Gyōda・Kumagaya” on the public highway
Go past the national route 125 to the crossing of Tobu Isesaki Line.
Go past the prefectural route Kazo・Konosu Line (route 38) to the national route 122.
Immediately after turning left on the intersection of “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center-C”. (There is a “7-Eleven” on the corner of the intersection). _x000B_About 20 minutes (roughly 10 km) via car from the Tohoku Expressway＞Ken-o Expressway・Shiraokashobu Interchange to the direction of Hanyū. Then, drive in the direction of Konosu for about 20 minutes (roughly 10 km).
Tohoku Expressway “Shiraoka Shōbu Interchange” ~ head in the direction of “Hanyū・Kisai” on the public highway
From the national route of 122 take a left on the “Kisai Sōgō Shishomae (formerly known as: Kisai Yakubamae)” intersection. (There should be a “Gusto” on the corner of the intersection)
Prefectural route Kazo・Konosu Line (route 38).
Immediately after taking a left on the intersection of the “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center C”. (There is a “7-Eleven” on the corner of the intersection) _x000B_From Ken-o Expressway・”Okegawa-Kano Interchange” to the direction of Kazo (formerly known as: Kisaimachi) is about 20 minutes (roughly 10 km) via car.
Ken-o Expressway “Okegawa-Kano Interchange” ~ head in the direction of “Konosu・Kuki”.
Take a left on the intersection “Benten Numa” from the prefectural route Kawagoe・Kurihashi Line (route 12). (There should be a “Family Mart” on the corner of the intersection) (There is also a “JA Nansai” ahead)
Inaho Dōri (Nanbokusai Kouikinou Dōri).
Take a right on the intersection (There is a “Soba-ten” on the corner of the intersection.
Take the prefectural route Kazo・Konosu Line (route 38).
Take a right on the intersection of “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center C”. (There is a “7-Eleven on the corner of the intersection). _x000B_About 50 minutes (roughly 20 km) from Kan-Etsu Expressway・“Higashi Matsuyama Interchange” to the direction of Kazo (formerly known as Kisai-machi).
Kan-Etsu Expressway “Higashiyama Interchange”~ take the public highway to the direction of “Kawagoe・Kawajima”.
Take the national route 254.
Take a left at the “Shimonomoto” intersection.
Go past the national route 17 from the prefectural route Higashi Matsuyama・Konosu Line (route 27) to the national route 407, Arakawa, JR Takasaki Line (land bridge)
Go past the Jōetsu Shinkansen (underpass) from the prefectural road Kazo・Kanasu Line (route 38).
Take a right on the intersection of “Kankyō Kagaku Kokusai Center C. (There is a “7-Eleven” on the corner of the intersection.
Location
〒347-0115 Saitama Prefecture Kazo City Kamitanadare 914
※ The address has changed from March 23rd, 2010 due to the merger of municipals. The postal code is the same as before.
※ If you cannot find the address using the address, please use the address below.
If you cannot find the location through the car’s navigation system, please use the following method.
Try searching up the old address “Kisaimachi Kamitanadare 914” .
Try searching up by entering the phone number of the center’s major representative “0480-73-8331”.
Check using the name of the nearest facility “Kisai Tokubetsu Shien Gakkō (or Kisai Yōgo Gakkō).
Check using the nearest building “7-Eleven Kamitanadare”.
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Related Sightseeing Spots
Nearby spots
There are old breweries that are from the second half of the Edo period to Shōwa, allowing for one to feel the unique unique charm of a sake brewery. There is the historic Tamashiki Shrine and Kisai Castle nearby, with a promenade set up allowing for a relaxed stroll in the countryside.
Although the historical Kisai Castle was a one-story building enclosed by earthworks and walls, it was restored as a castle with an impressive keep. Many of the unearthed artifacts and historical collections found through the excavations of the Kisai region are displayed in the exhibition room for local collections.
From the moment you pass through the Nagaya gate, you will find yourself in an atmospheric space where you can feel the peace and nostalgia of an old traditional house. In the garden, roses are in full bloom, and inside the facility, there is a restaurant where you can eat and a center specializing in local produce, allowing you to buy and bring home fresh vegetables. This is a great place to enjoy an atmospheric and relaxing time.
This is the main shrine of Kounosu, where the legend of konotori (=stork), which is also believed to be the reason behind the cities name, has been handed down to this day. In 1873, Raiden Shrine, Kumano Shrine, and Hikawa Shrine were combined to form Kono Shrine. At the end of the year, they hold a Tori no Ichi marked at the shrine.
There are a lot of things to see, including exhibits that tell the history of Konosu station town. There are also hina dolls and akamono plants, a warehouse built in the Meiji period (designated as an important building of Saitama Prefecture's landscape), and a stage decorated with mosaic art. The museum also provides information on sightseeing and sells local specialties. Make sure to stop by and have an enjoyable time!