Water Eco Park

Overview

Water Eco Park (Kasen Kankyo Rakuen) is a large park in Kawashima-Kasada-cho, Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. Spread along the Kiso River, it gathers together the Aquatotto Gifu aquarium, the Kiso River Water Park, the Nature Discovery Hall, Oasis Park, and the Aqua Restoration Research Center into a single complex themed on rivers and nature. Families, couples, and nature lovers alike can happily spend a full day here.

Highlights

• ●Aquatotto Gifu, where you can meet freshwater fish from around the world
• ●A waterside stroll in the Kiso River Water Park recreating the river's nature
• ●Oasis Park with attractions such as its Ferris wheel
• ●Hands-on learning at the Nature Discovery Hall and Aqua Restoration Research Center

History

Water Eco Park was developed to make the most of the rich waterside environment of the Kiso River basin, offering a place to learn about and enjoy the relationship between rivers and people. Within the grounds are Aquatotto Gifu, an aquarium displaying freshwater fish from around the world; the Kiso River Water Park, which recreates the river's natural landscape; the Nature Discovery Hall for hands-on nature experiences; and the Aqua Restoration Research Center studying river environments. Together they link play and learning. Check official sources for each facility's background and highlights.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Enter from the Oasis Park side and take in the whole area from the Ferris wheel
2. 2Watch freshwater fish from across the world at Aquatotto Gifu
3. 3Stroll the Kiso River Water Park and touch the riverside nature
4. 4Enjoy hands-on activities at the Nature Discovery Hall to close the day

Did you know?

💡 Aquatotto Gifu, the aquarium within the park, is known as one of the world's largest freshwater aquariums, introducing creatures that live in rivers and lakes around the world, including the Kiso River. Oasis Park connects directly to the Kawashima Parking Area of the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway, making it an appealing stop along a drive.

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