Day 2 begins!
Lake Tazawa | Statue of Tatsuko
Lake Tazawa is the deepest lake in Japan. With its high clarity, the lake surface is striking as it shifts in color with the season and time of day, showing deep bluish-purple tones, jade green, and even crimson hues. There are also plenty of photo spots, including the lake’s icon, the Statue of Tatsuko, and a vivid red torii gate.
35 minutes by car
Nyuto Onsen-kyo
Ranked No. 1 for six consecutive years in Jalan’s “Most Desired Hot Spring Destinations” ranking. Nyuto Onsen, at the foot of Mt. Nyuto straddling Akita and Iwate, is a rare hot spring area with seven onsen inns, each with its own distinct source, plus one outdoor bath. Spend unhurried time in the clear air created by virgin beech forests.
65 minutes by car
Shikitei
A sukiya-style Japanese ryokan in Tsunagi Onsenkyo, a hot spring area said to have healed the wounds of Minamoto no Yoshiie’s beloved horse in the Heian period. Soak in the renowned waters and gaze out at the natural scenery of the wooded hills right in front of you, and the fatigue of everyday life will melt away. Do not miss the kaiseki cuisine made with an abundance of seasonal ingredients from Iwate.
