Tsugaru Fujimi Lake
津軽富士見湖
A historic reservoir in Aomori featuring Japan's longest embankment and a stunning 300-meter wooden triple-arched bridge.
What it is
- The largest man-made reservoir in Aomori Prefecture, officially named Mawarizeki Otameike.
- Commissioned by Tsugaru Nobumasa in 1660 to provide irrigation for the region.
- A designated wildlife protection zone that serves as a habitat for local birds.
- A top-rated reservoir featuring a 4.2 kilometer embankment, the longest in Japan.
What to see
- Tsuru no Maihashi, a 300-meter triple-arched bridge made from Aomori Hiba cypress.
- A park on the lakeshore where red-crowned cranes are raised and protected.
- Views of the expansive water surface from the record-breaking 4.2 kilometer embankment.
When to go
- May 5th to watch or participate in the annual marathon event around the lake.
Getting there
- Take a taxi from Mutsu-Tsuruta Station to reach the lakeshore.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
Tsugaru Fujimi Lake Open in Google Maps
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