【Akita・Lake Tazawa】 A place where the lake quietly speaks to you...

Lake Tazawa— Japan’s deepest lake, boasting crystal-clear, sapphire-blue waters. Its surface sparkles like a jewel under the sunlight. But the true beauty lies beyond what meets the eye. This lake is home to the legend of Princess Tatsuko. A young girl who wished for eternal beauty and transformed into a dragon, becoming one with the lake— A bittersweet yet gentle tale that flows quietly throughout the lake. The golden statue of Princess Tatsuko standing by the lakeshore seems to echo her wish, drawing your heart to a distant place just by gazing at it. 🚣♀️ A cruise boat gliding across the lake, benches by the water’s edge, and flowers swaying in the breeze. Everything here seems to rewind time at a gentle pace. In autumn, the lake is adorned with vibrant fall foliage, and in winter, snow deepens its serene stillness. Spring and summer each bring their own unique stories. ⸻ 📍Lake Tazawa (Semboku City, Akita Prefecture) 🚄 About 15 minutes by car from Tazawako Station on the Akita Shinkansen (a sightseeing bus is also available from the station) 🚗 About 1 hour and 30 minutes by car from Morioka 🗓 Recommended seasons: Each season offers its own beauty, but the autumn foliage and winter tranquility are particularly special. ⛩ The "Gozanoishi Shrine" on the western side of the lake is also a popular power spot. ⸻ 📌 Lake Tazawa is not just a place to "see." The myths and beauty within its stillness will speak to your heart.