Lake Chūzenji — Attraction in Nikko

We tried to visit on October 21, 2018 and got to the Tobu Nikko station at 10am. The information staff said that it was very busy that day (a Sunday) which he said was very unusual. He told us it would take 3 hours by bus to get to lake Chuzenji. Normally the bus from Nikko to lake Chuzenji would take 50 minutes. We asked if the next day (Monday) would be better and he said yes. He said Monday would be back to normal.

We returned the next day, Monday October 22 at 9 am. The information staff said it would take 90 minutes on the bus to get to the lake. So we bought tickets and got in line at the Tobu Nikko station. The lines were very long and disorganized. We waited 20 minutes and the first bus that showed up was completely full with people from the Nikko station stop. No one at Tobu Nikko station could board the bus. We decided to walk to the Nikko JR station 2 minutes away because it was the first stop for the bus. The lines there were long there also but it was a shorter wait than at Tobu Nikko. We waited and got on a bus at 10:30 am. Our bus completely filled up at Nikko station and we were unable to pick any additional passengers up for the entire trip to lake Chuzenji. Some people were standing on the bus and had to stand for nearly 2 hours.

We got to Chuzenji Onsen station at 12:30pm but we had to get back in line to go back to Tobu Nikko very shortly after we arrived. There were already hundreds of people in line to take the bus back at 3pm. There were many people getting very upset and desperate in line. Lots of parents with hungry cold children. It was only 1 degree celsius at 4pm so everyone was cold and had to stand outside. People were using the information office to get warm and hundreds of people were standing outside and they closed the office. It was terrible. We spoke with staff in the information office and they just kept saying sorry, there are no busses because of a traffic problem. This was not an acceptable reason. They could have had busses waiting up at the lake in order for them to return. They know how many tickets they see each day so the must know how many people need to return to Nikko. The information staff said this is a common problem.

We waited in line for 2 hours to get a bus. The ride back to Tobu Nikko was 90 minutes. Normally it would be 50.

The bus service knows this is an issue and they continue to send people up to the lake knowing they will have difficulty returning to Tobu Nikko. They should have a limit on the number of visitors every day. There is too much traffic and you can not see any of the sites because you have to rush to return or risk being stuck at the lake.

I do not recommend visiting Chuzenji Lake or the Ropeway or any other attractions that require you to take the Tobu bus up the mountain until the bus service becomes...

Totally perfect. We went in late-winter when there was as yet a chill and there was an extremely lovely and serious air. There weren't many individuals and the grayness of the sky, the exposed state of the trees, and the quietness of the lake caused us to feel like we were in the setting of a book. Extremely gorgeous

The shade of the lake is extremely unblemished and interesting. It is extremely stunning when it is seen from Mount Hangetsu. You can visit it in 4 distinct seasons since it has four unique looks yet you ought to visit it during harvest time since it will be the most gorgeous in that season.

Lake Chūzenji likewise called Ocean of Satisfaction, is a picturesque lake in Nikkō Public Park in the city of Nikkō, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It was made quite a while back when Mount Nantai (2484 m) emitted and obstructed the waterway.

The lake has a surface area of 11.62 km² and an outline of 25 km. Its height at the surface is 1,269 m (4,124 ft), and the water arrives at a profundity of 163 m (508 ft). The Yukawa Stream is the chief wellspring of water. It channels through the Kegon Falls.

Chuzenji Lake was found in 782 by a minister named Shōdō when his gathering prevailed with regards to climbing Mt. Nantai. Considered consecrated, the mountain was shut to ladies, ponies, and cows until 1872. In the Meiji time frame and early Showa period, numerous European government offices assembled excursion houses around the lake. The previous Italian estate has been recharged and is currently open to guests. Different destinations around the lake incorporate Futara Place of worship worked in 790, Chuzenji Sanctuary, and Kegon Falls. In spring, cherry blooms are sprouting. In summer, individuals can get away from the intensity and appreciate bird watching and climbing. In fall obviously, there are the popular lovely pre-winter leaves and in winter there is the Snow and Ice Celebration, in addition to winter sports like skiing...

Chozenji Lake is a stunning natural attraction in Nikko National Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of the lake and the surrounding mountains. You can also visit the Kegon Falls,or go for hiking from Yunoko lake to Chuzenji.(various bus stations in between) The lake area has a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants to suit your taste and budget. The lake is accessible by bus from Nikko Station, which is about 40 minutes away. The bus fare is 1,150 yen for one way and 2,000 yen for a round trip. You can also buy a discount pass that includes the bus fare and the entrance fee to the Kegon Falls and the Chuzenji Temple. The pass costs 2,600 yen for adults and 1,300 yen for children. However, be aware that the bus service is not very frequent, especially in the off-season. The bus runs every 30 minutes in the peak season but you may have to wait for a long time or take a taxi if you miss the bus. Also, the lake can get very crowded during the weekends and holidays, especially in the autumn when the leaves change color. You may want to avoid these times if you prefer a quieter and more relaxing experience. Overall, Chozenji Lake is a wonderful place to visit if you want to see the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Nikko. Just make sure to plan ahead and check the bus schedule and the weather...