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Taisho Ike Pond Japan, Nagano, Matsumoto, Azumi ☎ +81 263-34-3292 Last Updated: 07/16/2026 |
| Lake Taisho was formed in 1915 when an eruption of the nearby Yakedake volcano blocked the Azusa River. The decaying trees in and around the lake create a unique atmosphere for the scene, serving as a subtle reminder of the devastation caused by volcanic activity. | |
| Even today, a few of the submerged trees can be seen in the pond, and a variety of plant life exists in the surrounding marshlands. As the water level of the lake drops due to the flow of debris from the mountainside, the lake is dredged of silt annually and the dam is maintained artificially to generate hydro-power. With the view of the trees standing withered in the pond in the morning haze and Mt. Hotakadake and Mt. Yakedake being reflected on the surface of the pond against the clear sky, Taishō Pond is one of the most popular scenic points in Kamikochi. | |
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Matsumoto Place » City Matsumoto is a city located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. As of March 1, 2019, the city had a population of 239,466. Matsumoto is the second largest city in Nagano Prefecture. It is best known for Matsumotojo, one of the most beautiful original castles in Japan. Matsumoto is also an ideal starting point for trips to the Japanese Alps, such as the Kamikochi, Norikura, or Tateyama-Kurobe mountain route. 5 views 💖 1Japan |