Shirahama Beach at Tazawako

Sapphire beauty and an outdoor sports haven

Bonson Lam May 13, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>A summer like scene in the heart of northern Japan in Tazawako or Lake Tazawa</p>

<p>Stunning Cherry blossoms dot this lake</p>

<p>Beautiful blue waters with the distant mountains devoid of civilization.</p>

<p>Cherry blossoms frame a beautiful sapphire blue lake with sandy beaches</p>

<p>Stunning mountains and a beautiful lake make a magical combination</p>

<p>Rent a boat and explore the lake or try a pleasure cruise when the waters are calm</p>

<p>Snow capped mountains and blue sapphire like waters.</p>

Tazawako or Lake Tazawa is the place of legendary beauty. In ancient times there was a story of a girl who became a guardian dragon. These days, the spy series Iris celebrates the mystery of the lake. One of the scenes was made in the restaurant Orae which is next to Shirahama Beach, an easy ten minute walk from the Tazawako Youth Hostel.

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Bonson Lam @bonson.lam

I knew my future was destined to be with Japan the moment I flew from Sydney to experience the atmospheric laneways of Kyoto last century. I am humbled to have met many distinguished people during this time, especially the national living treasures of Japan, such as the doll maker to the Imperia...