Cmasi · CC BY-SA 4.0Museo del Inmigrante de Yguazú
A free museum facing Plaza de la Amistad about the 1960s Japanese immigrants who founded Yguazú.
What it is
The Yguazú Immigrant Museum tells the story of sacrifice of immigrants who arrived in the 1960s, mainly from La Colmena, the cradle of Japanese immigration in Paraguay. It displays photographs, farm tools, old objects and crafts donated by the first settlers. One of its most curious pieces is CETAPAR's first computer, along with documents from the colonisers. Entry is free and open. It faces Plaza La Amistad, next to the municipality.
What to see and do
- Photos and tools of Japanese settlement
- CETAPAR's first computer
- Plaza La Amistad with Japanese-inspired design
Did you know…?
It keeps CETAPAR's first computer.
The neighbouring plaza has a tree planted by the Emperor of Japan, according to SENATUR.
History
It originally operated at CETAPAR and in 2011 moved to the town centre, facing Plaza de la Amistad, to make visits easier.
Tips
- Arrange with the municipality for a group visit.
- Combine it with the Michi no Eki and Lake Yguazú.
Check hours before you go.
Best time: Year-round; in August, during Expo Yguazú, it is busier.
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 2 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.