Suwa Lake

Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture is a tourist spot where you can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the seasons. In spring, the cherry blossoms blooming along the lakeside create a beautiful sight with their reflection on the water's surface. In autumn, the leaves turn red and color the entire lakeside, and the beauty of the autumn leaves reflected on the lake's surface is breathtaking. In addition, there are walking paths around the lake, allowing you to take a stroll or jog in the rich natural surroundings. Lake Suwa, where you can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the year, is the perfect place to refresh yourself away from your daily routine.

Lake Suwa is a tourist spot where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding seasons from a boat. There is a cruise ship that can go around Lake Suwa, allowing you to take a walk on the lake. It costs 900 yen for adults and 450 yen for children for one lap of about 25 minutes. You can also enjoy canoeing and other activities. From Lake Suwa, you can see the Northern Alps, the Yatsugatake Mountains, and even Mount Fuji in the distance. Depending on the season, you can also see the autumn leaves and cherry blossoms reflected on the lake surface. Why not take a leisurely stroll on a cruise ship around the beautiful Lake Suwa surrounded by nature?

There are many temples and shrines around Lake Suwa where you can feel the history of Japan. Representative ones include Suwa Taisha Shrine and Kamisuwa Shrine. Suwa Taisha Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Japan and the head shrine of Suwa, believed to have been founded about 1500 years ago. Kamisuwa Shrine is located on a hill overlooking Lake Suwa and is a central figure in Suwa faith. In addition, impressive torii gates are built along the lakeside, creating a sacred atmosphere that blends beautifully with the beautiful scenery. If you love history, we recommend you visit these places!

There are many hot spring resorts scattered around Lake Suwa in Nagano Prefecture, and the view from the open-air baths by the lakeside is exceptional. There are famous hot springs loved by locals and tourists alike. Each hot spring has its own unique features, such as hot springs with abundant water and gentle on the skin, or hot springs with expected beauty effects. Soothe your tired body and refresh your mind and body while enjoying the beautiful view of Lake Suwa at a hot spring, and indulge in a luxurious time.

Every year on August 15th, the Suwa Lake Fireworks Festival is held at Suwa Lake in Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture. This fireworks festival is one of the famous events nationwide. About 40,000 fireworks are launched, captivating the viewers with their power. Watching the fireworks by the lakeside is an unforgettable and luxurious experience that happens only once a year. During this season, many tourists visit, creating a lively atmosphere by the lakeside. Why not enjoy the beautiful fireworks that decorate the summer night sky at the Suwa Lake Fireworks Festival?

Lake Suwa is known for its many freshwater fish, mainly carp. From the lakeside, you can enjoy seasonal scenery while fishing for various freshwater fish such as smelt, carp, crucian carp, loach, dace, pond loach, Japanese dace, and goby. However, please note that lure fishing is prohibited. The fish species also vary depending on the season, making it an irresistible spot for fishing enthusiasts. In particular, ice fishing for smelt is popular among many people. Please come and enjoy fishing at Lake Suwa.