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Lake Chuzenji has breathtaking winter scenery.

  • Nikko / Kinugawa Onsen / Aizu

Lake Chuzenji is located in Nikko. It has a 25km circumference and a max water depth of 163m. It is said that its original form was created around 20,000 years ago, by an eruption of lava from Mount Nantai that dammed up the valley. It’s a famous tourist spot in Nikko, and visitors can even tour the lake by taking the Lake Chuzenji cruise ship. The lake is also surrounded by abundant nature, and you can see the beautiful scenery covered in snow in the winter, including fallen leaves. Nearby there are expansive wetlands such as Senjogahara. Winter is a great time to put on your snow shoes and enjoy winter activities in this area.

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