The lake water changes color depending on the weather. If you’re lucky enough to catch that blue-green shade, it’s absolutely gorgeous.
Okama Crater Lake (Goshiki Lake) | Review by Ho Ho Lover.0113
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Arakogawa Park
An urban park stretching along both banks of the Arakogawa River in Minato Ward, Nagoya. About 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees line the riverside, and the park turns a soft pink each spring. The cherry-lined path runs for about 1 kilometer, drawing crowds for strolls and picnics. The annual Sakura Festival, held from late March to early April, features concerts, workshops, and food trucks timed to the cherry blossom season.
Perfect for a relaxing walk and just zoning out. The riverbank is long, and on a nice day it feels so comfortable to stroll along.
Cherry blossom season in spring is gorgeous—when they’re all in bloom, it really hits different. On regular days it’s not too crowded, so it’s pretty peaceful.
Bring some snacks, sit and watch the water, then take a slow loop around. Super soothing, and it’s an easy place to enjoy without having to plan a whole itinerary. -
Shirogane Blue Pond
The Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei is famous as the top tourist attraction in the area, captivating visitors with its vivid blue. This man-made pond unexpectedly formed when water accumulated behind a dam that was constructed to prevent volcanic mudflows from Mt. Tokachi. The surreal blue of the pond, combined with the surrounding lush nature and dead larch trees, creates an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of a fairy tale.
The dead trees against the blue water make for a really distinctive scene. The color changes depending on the weather—on a cloudy day, the blue isn’t as intense.
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Ryusei-no-Taki Falls・Ginga-no-Taki Falls
The Ishikari River is a first-class river that flows through the central-western part of Hokkaido and empties into the Sea of Japan. Sounkyo, located along the Ishikari River, has a large gorge with many waterfalls falling from the cliffs over a distance of 24 kilometers. Two of the most beautiful waterfalls are "Ryusei-no-Taki Falls・Ginga-no-Taki Falls."
Just hearing the names makes them sound epic—the vibe is totally on point.
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