Lake Tazawa-ko, a crater lake situated almost in the center of the eastern part of Akita Prefecture.
Lake Tazawa-ko, a crater lake situated almost in
the center of the eastern part of Akita
Prefecture, and at 423.4 meters in depth, is the
deepest lake in Japan. The almost perfectly
circular lake is filled with mysterious sapphire-
blue water. Depending on the season and on the
depth of light penetrating into the water, the
color changes from jade green to indigo blue, a
sure attraction for visitors any time of year.
Take a scenic bus trip around the lake and
enjoy views of the lake from different angles. On
the west side of the lake, there is a bronze
statue of Princess Tatsuko, where you can make a
wish for eternal beauty. A pleasure boat docks at
two boarding locations to take you to see the lake
surface close up.
The lakeside is
dotted with hotels and rest houses. In summer, it
is filled with people who enjoy water sports, such
as sail boarding and jet skiing. In the vicinity
are many other leisure spots, including a ski
resort and a camping site.
In
addition, you can visit Nyuto-onsen-kyo Hot Spring
Village, located at the foot of Mt. Nyuto-zan,
deep in the Tazawa-ko-kogen Highlands. The village
boasts seven hot springs and numerous secluded
spots, perfect for relaxing in the warm water or
just enjoying the peace and quiet of the natural
settings.
