Saitama Mahaze Survey
2025-07-07 03:05:54

Join the Saitama Mahaze Survey Team: A Unique Summer Research Experience

Discover the Wonders of Saitama's Marine Life



This summer, children in grades 5 and 6 will have an exciting opportunity to connect with the marine world through the Saitama Mahaze Survey organized by the Umihito Project in Saitama Prefecture on August 6-7. This event is part of a broader initiative aimed at fostering the appreciation of Japan's beautiful oceans and ensuring their legacy for the next generation. Participants will engage in an immersive, hands-on learning experience focused on the Mahaze fish, a species that connects Saitama to the sea.

Event Overview



The Saitama Mahaze Survey is an experiential learning event spanning two days, designed specifically for elementary school students in Saitama and neighboring prefectures. This year, participants will be educated about the Mahaze fish, engaged in fishing activities around Tokyo Bay, and gain insights into marine culture and environmental issues.

Program Details



  • - Date: August 6 (Wednesday) to August 7 (Thursday), 2025
  • - Location: Televama Co., Ltd., 6-36-4 Tokiwa, Urawa, Saitama
  • - Access: Conveniently located, just a 20-minute walk from JR Urawa Station.

Participants will gather at Televama at 8:45 AM. The program includes:

  • - Day 1: August 6
- 9:00 AM: Learning about local fish species hosted at Televama.
- 11:00 AM: Bus transfer to the Toyo Fish Museum where they'll explore the Mahaze fish and weather impacts.
- 5:00 PM: Transfer to accommodation, followed by dinner.
- 8:00 PM: Briefing for the next day's fishing activities.

  • - Day 2: August 7
- 7:00 AM: Departure from the hotel.
- 8:00 AM: Experience fishing for Mahaze aboard a traditional Yakatabune boat.
- 1:30 PM: Learning wrap-up and discussions.
- 4:00 PM: Return bus trip.
- 5:00 PM: Arrival back at Televama for dispersal.

How to Participate



This event is free of charge, making it an ideal opportunity for summer research projects! Interested students should sign up as slots are limited and will be filled on a lottery basis in case of high demand.
For more details and registration, visit: Saitama Mahaze Survey

Organization Overview



The organization behind this initiative is the Umihito Project in Saitama Prefecture. The project aims to inspire curiosity and awareness about the ocean among children, fostering actions that address marine issues nationwide. Though Saitama is landlocked, the project brings the realities of marine life and its challenges closer to its residents through various events.

About the Umihito Project



Supported by the Ocean Foundation of Japan, this initiative enriches the lives of people across the nation by reminding them of the ocean's significance. It encourages individuals, especially the youth, to perceive the environmental challenges facing marine ecosystems as their concern, thus promoting a collective effort toward preserving the future of the oceans.
For more information, visit Umihito Japan Project.


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