Lake Tazawa

Lake Tazawa is a crater lake situated in the eastern region of the Akita Prefecture. Almost perfectly circular shaped, it is the deepest lake in Japan with the depth of 423 meters.

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Lake Tazawa is a crater lake situated in the eastern region of the Akita Prefecture. Almost perfectly circular shaped, it is the deepest lake in Japan with the depth of 423 meters. Depending on the season and sunlight, the sapphire-blue color of the water changes to jade green, indigo blue, etc. which brings about a mysterious atmosphere. With stunning views reflecting in the water, it offers a relaxing time and leisure all year round.

From Tokyo:

Rail 3hrs from Tokyo to Tazawako Station by JR Akita Shinkansen Line,and 15 min from the station to Tazawa-kohan stop by a bus.

Recommended Route from Tokyo

Air

Haneda Airport fly to Sendai Airport

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(1hr 5min)

Bus

Sendai Airport, ride the train and connecting trains to Tazawako

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(1hr 39min)

Taxi

Tazawako station, ride a taxi to Lake Tazawa/Tazawa Ko

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(11min)

Goal

Arrive at Lake Tazawa

Hotels

Miyakowasure Natsuse Onsen

Miyakowasure Natsuse Onsen

About 30 min by car from the closest bullet train station (frree shuttle bus available), every single room in this hotel is equipped with open air hot spring. located in middle of nature, there are no other house or hotels around. Forget the city, and dive into nature.

$279
avg/night
Nyuto Onsen kyo Taenoyu

Nyuto Onsen kyo Taenoyu

50 min by bus from the closest bullet train station, it is worth the travel. The quiet and relaxing hot spring hotel will provide you time off from the busy city and a chance to feel nature.

$131
avg/night