Lake Towada
[Safety Alert] Bear Attack Incident at Kanko-dai Observation Deck, Utarube, Lake Towada On Saturday, August 22, 2026, at around 10:00 AM, a bear attack resulting in human injury occurred in the Okuse area of Towada City (near the Kanko-dai Observation Deck in Utarube on the shores of Lake Towada). For details, please check the link below: https://www.pref.aomori.lg.jp/soshiki/kankyo/shizen/kuma_cyuui.html Due to this incident, the prefecture-managed Kanko-dai Observation Deck facilities (observation deck and public restrooms) near the site of the attack have been temporarily closed. |
Lake Towada displays a vibrant colorful fall with the yellow leaves of beech trees and the red of Japanese maple trees.
Lake Towada is a well-known spot in Tohoku region for its picturesque scenery.
The magnificent view of the lake colored with the reflection of Mount Towada is an unforgettable sight. In addition to the view from lakeside, the sight of the fall leaves from aboard the excursion boats is also highly recommended. The peak viewing season of Lake Towada’s fall leaves is from the middle to the end of October.
Lake Towada Excursion Boats
Visitors of Lake Towada can enjoy a different view of the lake with the Lake Towada Excursion boat throughout the year. The vibrant scenery that can be only enjoyed aboard the boats is sure to make your trip memorable.
General Ticket Fee Adult ¥1440, Child ¥720
Routes 1)Yasumiya to Yasumiya 2)Nenokuchi to Yasumiya
*The boat service is suspended during the winter season.
(Japanese) http://www.toutetsu.co.jp/ship.html
Towada Visitor Center
In addition to sightseeing information around Lake Towada, visitors can learn about the history of the lake as well as the trees and wild birds of the area. A film “The Four Seasons of Towada” can be seen in high-vision picture.
| Address | 486 Yasumiya Towada-kohan Okuse Towada-shi Aomori-ken 018-5501 |
|---|---|
| Phone Number | 0176-75-2368 |
| Business Hours | 8:30~17:00(April-November), 9:00~16:00(December-March) |
| Closed Days | December 29th – January 3rd |
| Admission Fee | Free |
| URL | None |
- Area
- Nanbu area
- Category
- Nature
- Trip Category
- Summer Guide
- Autumn Guide
- Activities
- Nature
- Winter Guide
General Information
- Address
- 青森県十和田市奥瀬十和田湖畔休屋486
- Contact
- Lake Towada National Park Association
- Telephone Number
- 0176-75-2425
- Directions
- JR Aomori Station
JR Bus Mizuumi-Go 180-minute ride
Get off at Towada Lake Station Bus Stop
*Between mid-November and mid-April, the JR Bus service is suspended for the winter. - Website
- (Japanese) Lake Towada National Park AssociationSee trip advisor
Basic Information
- Multilingual
Staff - Multilingual
Signs - Free Wi-Fi
- Contactless
Payments - Tax Free
- Parking Lot
- Barrier-Free
Toilet - Barrier-Free
COVID-19 Prevention
- Face Masks
Required - Sanitizing
Stations - Temperature
Checks - Physical
Distancing
