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Iide Town, Yamagata Prefecture] “Submerged Forest of Lake Shirakawa,” a Mysterious Spring-Only Scene
2024.03.30
The mysterious scenery of Lake Shirakawa in the town of Iide in southern Yamagata Prefecture can be seen only during two months in spring. In spring, a large amount of melt water flows into Lake Shirakawa from the Iide mountain range, one of Japan’s 100 most famous mountains, where there is heavy snowfall. When the lake is full of water, it creates a fantastic sight of white willow trees as if they are growing out of the water.
When the Shirakawa Dam begins releasing snow melt water for rice planting in the rice paddies downstream from late May, the water level of the lake gradually drops and the “submerged forest” returns to its “forest” appearance.
In the past few years, in addition to the usual strolling visitors, mainly during the GW period, a variety of people, including camera enthusiasts, campers, and canoeists, have been enjoying this area.
Highlights of the Season
＜Late March to mid-April White submerged forest＞
Before the white willow trees bud, a silent world of white surrounds you, along with lingering snow on the lakeshore.
＜Mid-April to mid-May Green submerged forest＞
The white willow trees are beginning to sprout, the color of the lake surface glows an even darker green, and you can enjoy the relaxing scenery while listening to the chirping of river birds.
Submerged Forest Canoe Tour
The submerged forests are clearly visible from the lakeshore park, but canoeing is a special experience, embraced by the blue sky and fresh green trees reflected on the water.
We offer a variety of plans, including an early morning plan where the wind is calm and the morning mist often envelopes you, a chair SUP plan that focuses on relaxation, and a plan that you can enjoy with your dog.
View the "white submerged forest" from the sky Snowfield Balloon Flight Experience
The beautiful emerald green color of the lake, which is unique to the melting snow, combined with the white willow trees is a natural beauty that cannot be found anywhere else.
This is a special experience that allows visitors to see with their own eyes the view from the sky, which could only be seen through drone images.
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