Lake Okutama

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Lake Okutama

A famous spot in Okutama with beautiful natural landscapes that change with the seasons.

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Completed in 1957 (Showa 32), Lake Okutama is a man-made lake created by damming the upper reaches of the Tama River with the Ogouchi Dam. Its official name is "Ogouchi Reservoir". With a total storage capacity of approximately 180 million tons, it supplies about 20% of the water used by Tokyo citizens, and as a reservoir dedicated to water supply, it boasts one of the largest in Japan and is a valuable water source for Tokyo.

The area is so rich in nature that it's hard to believe it's within Tokyo, and the entire area has been designated as Chichibu Tama Kai National Park. The different natural landscapes of each season such as cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowscapes in winter, along with the serene lake surface, make for incredibly beautiful views.

It's fun just to drive along the national road that stretches along the north shore of the lake, but it's recommended to take your time and walk around. On the lake surface, there is a pedestrian-only floating bridge made of square, drum-like resin called the "Drum Can Bridge", where you can enjoy a walk on the water while looking at the natural scenery reflected like a mirror on the lake surface.

In addition, at the "Okutama Water and Green Contact Center", they introduce the nature, history, folklore, and details of the dam in Okutama through exhibits and videos. You also can't miss the limited daily 20 servings of their specialty menu, "Ogouchi Dam Curry", which also recreates the Drum Can Bridge, at the restaurant in the center.

Highlights

  • Beautiful scenery woven by the changing natural landscapes of each season and the lake surface.
  • The Drum Can Bridge, where you can enjoy a walk on the water near the lake surface.
  • The limited daily 20 servings of the specialty gourmet "Ogouchi Dam Curry" that also recreates the Drum Can Bridge.

Photos

  • The lakeside is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in spring

    The lakeside is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in spring

  • The magnificent autumn leaves when the surrounding mountains change color

    The magnificent autumn leaves when the surrounding mountains change color

  • The famous floating bridge "Drum Can Bridge" of Lake Okutama

    The famous floating bridge "Drum Can Bridge" of Lake Okutama

  • Selected as one of the Best 100 Dam Lakes

    Selected as one of the Best 100 Dam Lakes

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

There is no pamphlet specifically for Lake Okutama, including in Japanese.
However, there are general tourism guide pamphlets for Okutama town in English, Chinese, and Korean.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

Yes, it is.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Yes.

Q

Are there restrooms available?

A

Yes, there are.

Reviews

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  • Chris Cheng

    天氣不好很可惜,無法一窺整個全貌。

  • Alex Wu

    這座名為奧多摩湖的人工湖,附近還有關東規模最大的鐘乳洞還可以參加一日遊的行程哦很讚

  • 簡蓉

    奧多摩湖~位於秩父多摩國立公園內~是小河內貯水池,為奧多摩地區最具代表哦

Details

Name in Japanese
奥多摩湖
Postal Code
198-0223
Address
Hara, Okutamamachi, Nishitamagun, Tokyo
Telephone
0428-83-2152(Okutama Tourism Association)
Closed
Free to walk
Business Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free
Access
18 minutes by bus from Okutama Station on the JR Ome Line, get off at the "Okutama Lake" bus stop.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)