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Lake Towada

Aomori · Towada · Nature & Scenery

Japanese name: 十和田湖

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Lake Towada
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WHAT TO DOLake Towada

A double caldera lake. Takamura Kotaro's Maiden Statue stands on the shore.

WHEREAomori

Nanbu · Towada

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A double caldera lake. Takamura Kotaro's Maiden Statue stands on the shore.

About this place

Lake Towada (十和田湖, Towada-ko) is the largest crater lake in Honshū island, Japan. Located on the border between Aomori and Akita prefectures, it lies 400 meters (1,312 ft) above sea level and is 327 m (1,073 ft) deep, drained by the Oirase River. With a surface area of 61.1 km2 (23.6 sq mi), Towada is Japan's 12th largest lake; its bright blue color is due to its great depth. The lake is roughly circular, with two peninsulas extending from its southern shore approximately one-third into the center of the lake. The lake is a popular tourist destination.

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Designation:Special Place of Scenic Beauty, Natural Monument

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