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Lake Tazawa, Semboku

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#1 of 78 in Parks in Akita Prefecture

Water Body · Nature / Park

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Enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Tazawa, located in the center of Akita Prefecture. Japan's deepest lake at 423 m (1,388 ft), it features a circular shape that scientists believe to be the result of either volcanic activity or meteor impact. An all-gold statue of a woman named Tatsuko stands on the western shore: legend says she was cursed by being transformed into a dragon, and would later drown in the waters here. Bring a camera to capture the constantly changing color of the water, from indigo blue to turquoise green. Treat yourself to a visit to one of many hot spring spas operating in the surrounding hills. To visit Lake Tazawa on your trip to Semboku, use our Semboku trip builder app.

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Tours to Lake Tazawa

FROM $134 BOOK WITH VIATOR Cycling and Food Tour with Guide from Akita Cycling and Food Tour with Guide from Akita

5.0

Duration: 2 hours

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FROM $62 BOOK WITH VIATOR Floating sky tent! Relaxing time in Japan's deepest lake! Floating sky tent! Relaxing time in Japan's deepest lake!

4.7

Duration: 2 hours

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4.4

By tkgox

Amazed at how empty the whole place was in late October. Difficult to find anywhere at all to stop for a coffee or snack .. eventuality found one place.

Amazed at how empty the whole place was in late October. Difficult to find anywhere at all to stop for a coffee or snack .. eventuality found one place. more »
By zuthee

went there during early of December and there was nothing much to do beside the golden statue and a couple of shrines. the lake was very clear and peaceful

went there during early of December and there was nothing much to do beside the golden statue and a couple of shrines. the lake was very clear and peaceful more »

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By Nadinastiti -

Breathtaking view and clear waters. You can also rent bikes for tour at around 3,500 yen for 3 hours to bike around the lake.

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By Shruti Tonk

The water is bluer than other blue ponds I have seen in Japan and it’s fun to feed fishes though it. The golden dragon lady is mesmerizing. The cloudy weather was even better we could feel the clouds hovering over the lake and when sun came out it was magnificent feeling

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