Akita's Lake Tazawa

A variety of sightseeing pleasures

Jessee Lyman Jul 28, 2012 - 1 minutos de lectura

The surface of the lake allows for an easy view of this striking shade of blue

There are plenty of places to check out around the circumference of the lake, like this tori gate at Gozanaishi Shrine

Or the famous Tatsuko monument, created for the master of the lake

Buy a fortune at this small place near Tatsuko, and hope for the luck of the lake!

Nooks and crannies hide sights worth seeing, such as this classic mermaid statue

The lake front beach with an excellent mountain view

Lots of nice equipment to take you out on the lake

Make sure to choose your favorite cute pedal boat to go out as well!

Or if you're too lazy to pedal yourself, how about a nice ferry boat?

Lake Tazawa is also known for their hot springs, perfect for a quick get-away

Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture is another stunning example of the natural beauty of northern Japan. With a rich history and variety of activities for tourists, whether you like hiking, swimming, boating, eating, or even just a relaxing stay at a hot springs inn, Lake Tazawa has all of that and much more. Surrounding the lake is beautiful mountain scenery, and the relaxing atmosphere will help you wind down the second you arrive.

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Jessee Lyman @jessee.lyman

I'm currently an English teacher living in Yokohama, and I've been in Japan for going on three years. I lived in Iwate before my move and was able to experience a very different side of Japan that most tourists are unable to see. Now I'm exploring my way through the nooks and crannies of the indu...