Iconic Landmarks
Former Ominato Water Source Water Facility
Kyu-Ominato Suigenchi Suidoshisetsu
Japan's first thick-arch stone dam, completed in 1909.Explore this spot
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The Former Ominato Water Source Water Facility is a historic water facility designated as an Important Cultural Property, located in the Uda-cho and Sakuragi-cho areas of Mutsu City, Aomori Prefecture.
What makes it special
Modern Civil EngineeringImportant Cultural PropertyStone ArchitectureHistorical RelicsMeiji Era History
About Former Ominato Water Source Water Facility
- Visually witness the engineering of Japan's first thick-arch stone dam, a masterpiece of Meiji-era civil engineering.
- Experience the stunning sight of water cascading through the elegant, comb-shaped stone arches.
- Explore a precious historical site designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
Weather forecast
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8/4
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8/5
25°/19°
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8/6
28°/20°
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8/7
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8/8
30°/22°
70%
Sun
8/9
21°/19°
27%
Mon
8/10
24°/18°
17%
Tips
Payment
No cash or card required (Free access)
English Support
Limited English signage/support available
Reservation
No reservation required
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Photography
No restrictions
Accessibility
Uneven terrain and steps present
Etiquette
Please respect and do not touch the cultural property