Lake Suwa — Attraction in Okaya

The largest lake in Nagano prefecture.

Lake Suwa is famous for its stunning scenery, positioned between the majestic Yatsugatake Mountains to the south and the Japanese Alps to the north. The abundance of flora and fauna in the vicinity of the lake allows nature lovers to explore hiking trails and observe birds.

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The lake's abundance of fish species makes it a favorite spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Some of Japan's most famous fireworks competitions over Lake Suwa are held in Suwa City from late July to the end of August.

On August 15th each year, the Suwa Fireworks Festival displays one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in Japan, with over 40,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. It's considered one of the most extravagant displays in Japan.

Every seven years, the Onbashira (sacred wooden pillars - Onbashira - comprises sixteen large fir trees, but only those with a lifespan over 150 years and a height of 17 meters are chosen) Festival takes place and involves the transportation of massive logs from nearby mountain ranges to be used as pillars at Suwa Taisha Shrine. One of Japan's most dangerous festivals is the use of logs for riding down steep slopes by participants.

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「君の名は。」のモデルとなったとして有名な諏訪湖。レトロな街並みと合わせて魅了されること間違いなし。  ・「君の名は。」の舞台に 映画内で出てくる「糸守湖」の風景に似ていると話題になりました。特に映画のシーンと重なって見えるポイントは「立石公園」の丘からです。見渡す夕焼けや夜景がとても美しくドライブの休憩にも良いスポットです。

・諏訪湖遊覧船 一周25分の遊覧を楽しめます。9〜3月中旬までは暖かいドーム船でわかさぎ釣りをすることができます。手ぶらで気軽に初めてでも安心な体験セットがおすすめです。

・近隣観光スポット 上諏訪温泉が近くにあるので、付近には足湯できるポイントもあります。気軽に疲れを休めて観光できるでしょう。高島城まで行けば、諏訪の歴史に触れることができます。

・諏訪湖祭湖上花火大会 打上数、規模ともに全国屈指。40,000発余りの花火が夏の夜空を彩ります。

・諏訪湖花火の歴史 第1回は昭和24年の8月15日で、終戦後に市民が明るい希望を持ち1日でも早く立ち直ることを願って開催されました。

・湖上ならでは花火が目白押し 水上スターマインや全長約2kmのナイアガラなど圧倒的なスケール感を誇る演出が盛り込まれており、40,000発余りの花火が打ち上がります。また四方を山に囲まれているので、その音は山に反響し体の芯まで響きます。

・利用料金 ブロック指定席（3歳以上）　5,500円 石彫公園有料自由席諏訪市文化センター前売　大人3,500円　小人1,000円 石彫公園有料自由席ローソンチケット前売　大人4,300円　小人1,500円 湖畔公園エリア指定席（3歳以上）　4,300円 旧東洋バルヴ跡地桟敷席 当日販売　1,500円

・住所 長野県諏訪市諏訪湖畔  ・電車でのアクセス JR大糸線穂高駅下車　約10分  ・車でのアクセス 諏訪ICから車で15分 ※無料駐車場あり（220台）

Lake Suwa is famous as a model for "Kimino Nawa" You're sure to be fascinated by the retro cityscape. 

・The stage of "Kimino Nawa" It became a topic that it resembles the scenery of "Lake Itomori" in the movie. Especially the scene from the hill of "Tateishi Park". The sunset and night view is so beautiful that is a good spot to take a break for driving. 

・Suwako Sightseeing Boats You can enjoy a 25-minute cruising. From mid-September to mid-March, you can fish for smelt on a warm dome boat. The experience set is recommended for those who want to easily start with empty handed. 

・Nearby Sightseeing Spots As Kamisuwa hot spring is near, there is footbath point, too. You'll be able to rest and relax after sightseeing. If you go to Takashima Castle, you can get a taste of Suwa's history.   ・History of Suwa Lake Fireworks It started on August 15, 1949. It was held with the hope that citizens would have bright hopes and recover soon after the war.  As the number of fireworks and scale, it is one of the largest fireworks festivals in Japan. More than 40,000 fireworks decorate the summer night sky.   ・Plenty of fireworks unique to the lake The overwhelming scale fireworks such as "Water Star Mine" and "Niagara" with a total length of about 2 km are included. Over 40,000 fireworks are displayed. It is surrounded by mountains on all sides, the sound reverberating off the mountains reach to the core of your body. 

・Seat charge Block reserved seat (3 years old and over) 5,500 yen Open seat at Sekicho park Advance ticket by Suwa City Cultural Center  Adult 3,500 yen, Child 1,000 yen Open seat at Sekicho park Advance ticket by Lawson ticket Adult 4,300 yen, Child 1,500 yen Reserved seat at Lakeside park area (3 years old and over) 4,300 yen Box seat at Kyu Toyo Valve, same day ticket 1,500 yen 

・Address Suwakohan, Suwa City, Nagano Prefecture  ・Access by train About 10 minutes from Hodaka Station on the JR Oito Line  ・Access by car 15 minutes by car from Suwa IC ※Free parking...

The lake is located in the heart of Suwa and is the largest lake in Nagano Prefecture. Whether walking, cycling, or jogging, the lake provides a relaxing backdrop. In spring, the lake is surrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms, while summer sees it lit up by fireworks above.In warmer months, lake activities include pleasure cruises, amphibious bus tours,...