Lake Haruna

Found at a towering elevation of 1,048 meters, Lake Haruna is a caldera lake formed by volcanic activity from Mount Haruna, one of the Three Famous Mountains of Jomo. Winter at the lake brings a frozen, solid surface and a scenic icy landscape that’s picture perfect.

Outdoor lovers know this spot in Takasaki as the city’s premium outdoors destination thanks to its inspiring beauty all year around, whether you come for boating, rental bikes, auto-camping or just a time away in the fresh highland air.

The area also hosts numerous sports events throughout the year, including hill climbs and triathlons. In winter, the Haruna Lake Illumination Festa transforms the lake with 200,000 lights into an enchanting, fairy tale-like atmosphere.

Autumn brings a canopy of vibrant foliage around lake for an extra hue and shimmer, while the richly colored Haruna-Fuji reflects on the water’s surface like no where else. Expect scenic vistas from the mountaintop, overlooking the entire lake that you won’t soon forget. The months from September to late November bring the season when you can try smelt fishing from boats.