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Lake Okutama

東京都

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Tourist Information of This Area

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A place where beautiful nature and man-made structures blend together.

Lake Okutama is easily accessible from the city center. It is an artificial lake created by the Ogouchi Dam, and the beautiful nature and lake that change with the seasons are breathtaking. There is also the drum can bridge floating on the lake and the Ogouchi Shrine, a power spot, where you can enjoy an open space.

Features & How to Enjoy

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Hiking and Nature Walks around Lake Okutama

There are many nature walking courses around Lake Okutama. For example, the "Okutama Mukashi Road" is a trail course where you can enjoy the nature of Okutama while walking along the old Ome Kaido road and also immerse yourself in the historical atmosphere by viewing old houses. For those who find walking on mountain and uphill paths difficult, the "Fureai Forest Bathing Course" is a good option, where you can walk through the forest for about 1.5 to 2 hours.

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Famous Stargazing Spot: Lake Okutama

The "Okutama Lake Dam Site Parking" located along Lake Okutama is a popular stargazing spot where you can admire the full night sky that spreads out 360 degrees. With few city lights around Lake Okutama, you can see a beautiful starry sky that doesn't seem like it's in the city center. In addition, stargazing tours by tour companies are regularly held, so it's a good idea to participate if you're interested.

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Recommended for Outdoor Enthusiasts! Enjoy Camping and Barbecues

The area around Lake Okutama has plenty of campsites and barbecue spots. Some spots allow you to go empty-handed, making it easy for even outdoor beginners to enjoy. In addition, there are plenty of activities that take advantage of the great outdoors of Okutama, such as fishing and canoeing. It's a recommended spot for those who want to play to their heart's content in nature.

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A Stunning View with Approximately 4,000 Cherry Blossom Trees in Bloom in Spring! Famous as a Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot

The area around Lake Okutama is famous as a stunning spot for cherry blossom viewing, with approximately 4,000 cherry blossom trees blooming in spring. The view of various cherry blossom trees, such as Somei Yoshino, Yamazakura, and Oyamazakura, coloring the mountainside pink is so beautiful that it will take your breath away. Walking on the "Drum Can Bridge" built on Lake Okutama, the cherry blossoms reflected on the surface of the lake are also a must-see stunning view that can only be seen in spring.

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Enjoy Hot Springs around Lake Okutama

Around Lake Okutama, there are facilities such as "Okutama Lake Onsen Tsurunoyu" and "Okutama Onsen Moeginoyu" where you can enjoy hot springs along with beautiful scenery. Surrounded by the great nature of Okutama, soak in the hot springs that have effects such as fatigue recovery and blood circulation improvement, and take your time to heal your daily tiredness. Some facilities also have restaurants, so it's recommended to enjoy gourmet food before and after bathing.

Access

A Vast Lake Approximately 2 Hours from the City Center

Lake Okutama is a scenic lake located in Okutama Town, Okutama District, Tokyo. It takes about 15 minutes by bus from JR Okutama Station and about 2 hours from the city center to get there. The vast lake area, which extends for 45.4 km, is full of attractions such as the "Tokyo Waterworks Forest," which is designated as one of the "100 Selections of Water Source Forests," and the "Drum Can Bridge," which spans the lake. If you want to visit not only Lake Okutama but also the surrounding spots, it's recommended to go by rental car or private car.

Basic Information

	TEL	0428-83-2152
	Web Site	https://www.okutama.gr.jp/site/sightseeing/

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