Kawakami District

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Lake Kussharo is the largest crater lake in Japan. The lake is calm, so there are many water activities. In addition to fishing in the lake, canoeing on the lake is the most popular sport! Paddling in pairs on the clear lake, you can see the emerald green tunnel in summer, the red maple leaves along the coast in autumn, and the sparkling transparent lake water in winter. It is dotted with frost flowers, and the trees along the coast are decorated with white mist and ice. It feels like you have come to the dream world of Frozen!

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Nakajima Island floating in the center of the lake is the largest freshwater lake island in Japan. It is a very popular resort where you can engage in water sports such as camping, speedboating, and surfing. The lake will freeze in winter, but due to the high geothermal heat, part of the ice will melt and turn into hot springs, so hundreds of swans will rest here every year, giving tourists a feast for the eyes.

The highlight of Lake Kussharo is the Kamiko Pond. Surrounded by primeval forests, it is peaceful and tranquil. A large amount of spring water gushes out from the bottom of the sapphire blue pond, which can be clearly seen from the ground. The fallen trees sink in the azure water like fossils, and they will not rot for a long time, exuding an incredible mysterious beauty.

I always know that Quxielu Lake is very popular, but I really don&#39;t know that it can be beautiful in winter. Because of the great temperature difference between the hot spring water and the temperature of minus 29 degrees, there has been a fairy white mist on the surface of the water. The branches on both sides are covered with mist, and there is a feeling of thousands of trees and pear blossoms. It is recommended to take a canoe tour of the lake, with the bubbling of running water and the happy song of birds in my ears, and a dreamlike fairyland in front of me. Although my hands and feet are frozen, I still feel that it is a good trip.

Swan Lake... The swans are not afraid of people and gather in groups. I also saw two ugly ducklings among them.

Popular Water fun & Cool Retreats in Kawakami District [2025]

Lake Kussharo

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