Lake Chūzenji

Beautiful lake. We were amazed at the colors behind the mountains and as they reflected on the water during sunset we got to witness visions of glorious and colorful colors.

Very serene and picturesque lake. Boat rides available with lots of view points for taking nice shots. Walkable along the shore at certain points.

I love this lake view in Nikko. This is one of my favorite spots to visit during the Fall season. The Autumn colors have just started and the climate is getting cold already. The town looks so nice and you can see that many tourits are coming here to visit the place. There are many shops all over the place including cafes, restaurants and hotels. You can also have a nice view at the observatory and you can take a short cruise trip around the lake. It is so nice for fishing, camping, kayaking and jetski.

One of popular tourist spot you can mark for your visit around Nikko area, 3 hours drive from Tokyo. With the curve and small road, it is required skillful driver. Visit here around 3rd-4th week of October- 1st week of November should be good to see autumn leaves. I found the place was quite, calm and good for walking /wandering around the lake.

Chozenji Lake is a stunning natural attraction in Nikko National Park, where you can enjoy the beauty of the lake and the surrounding mountains. You can also visit the Kegon Falls,or go for hiking from Yunoko lake to Chuzenji.(various bus stations in between)
The lake area has a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants to suit your taste and budget.
The lake is accessible by bus from Nikko Station, which is about 40 minutes away. The bus fare is 1,150 yen for one way and 2,000 yen for a round trip. You can also buy a discount pass that includes the bus fare and the entrance fee to the Kegon Falls and the Chuzenji Temple. The pass costs 2,600 yen for adults and 1,300 yen for children.
However, be aware that the bus service is not very frequent, especially in the off-season. The bus runs every 30 minutes in the peak season but you may have to wait for a long time or take a taxi if you miss the bus. Also, the lake can get very crowded during the weekends and holidays, especially in the autumn when the leaves change color. You may want to avoid these times if you prefer a quieter and more relaxing experience.
Overall, Chozenji Lake is a wonderful place to visit if you want to see the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Nikko. Just make sure to plan ahead and check the bus schedule and the weather before you go.

Beautiful lake surrounded by mountains. Will come back again during other seasons.

Peaceful view at Lake Chūzenji, as I cruise along the lake, while Mount Nantai was shying away behind the clouds, didn’t manage to capture the full mountain view. Weather was breezy & cooling during this summer. I met a local who kayak along the lake and few others sitting under the trees just to wind down over the weekend and appreciating the beauty of this lake. Calmness remain even right after I bid sayonara to this beautiful lake!

Totally perfect. We went in late-winter when there was as yet a chill and there was an extremely lovely and serious air. There weren't many individuals and the grayness of the sky, the exposed state of the trees, and the quietness of the lake caused us to feel like we were in the setting of a book. Extremely gorgeous

The shade of the lake is extremely unblemished and interesting. It is extremely stunning when it is seen from Mount Hangetsu. You can visit it in 4 distinct seasons since it has four unique looks yet you ought to visit it during harvest time since it will be the most gorgeous in that season.

Lake Chūzenji likewise called Ocean of Satisfaction, is a picturesque lake in Nikkō Public Park in the city of Nikkō, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It was made quite a while back when Mount Nantai (2484 m) emitted and obstructed the waterway.

The lake has a surface area of 11.62 km² and an outline of 25 km. Its height at the surface is 1,269 m (4,124 ft), and the water arrives at a profundity of 163 m (508 ft). The Yukawa Stream is the chief wellspring of water. It channels through the Kegon Falls.

Chuzenji Lake was found in 782 by a minister named Shōdō when his gathering prevailed with regards to climbing Mt. Nantai. Considered consecrated, the mountain was shut to ladies, ponies, and cows until 1872. In the Meiji time frame and early Showa period, numerous European government offices assembled excursion houses around the lake. The previous Italian estate has been recharged and is currently open to guests. Different destinations around the lake incorporate Futara Place of worship worked in 790, Chuzenji Sanctuary, and Kegon Falls. In spring, cherry blooms are sprouting. In summer, individuals can get away from the intensity and appreciate bird watching and climbing. In fall obviously, there are the popular lovely pre-winter leaves and in winter there is the Snow and Ice Celebration, in addition to winter sports like skiing and skating.

A very beautiful lake. We stayed at the by the lake for a night and it was really peaceful. Although there’s nothing much to shop, there are a lot of waterfalls nearby lake Chuzenji. It is worth it to stay a night here and visit all the waterfalls around the area.

Most peaceful and beautiful scenery place. Love to be here. During my visit, it was summer but the weather drop till 14c. Few cafe was open after 0900am

Beautiful lake in Nikko near Kegon falls. Best time to visit is in autumn to enjoy the awesome colors of leaves. There are lot of water activities such as cruise, small boats to observe the scenery.
There is also a onsen near the lake.
The photos are taken on November 4th 2022.

Beautiful lake with amazing fall colors.
The area is surrounded with many cafés and stores so it is best to park your car and explore the area on foot.

Amazing lake at an altitude of ~1,300 meters. Beautiful views of the mountains around and just a really scenic place. We loved it.

A scenic lake created by the eruptions of nearby volcanoes. Best viewed from the open deck of the ferry that brings you around the lake.

The colour of the lake is very pristine and intriguing. It is very breathtaking when it is seen from Mount Hangetsu. You can visit it in 4 different seasons because it has four different looks but you should visit it during autumn because it will be the most beautiful in that season.

Beautiful lake Chizenji shows a lot of different faces

Absolutely gorgeous. We went in very early spring when there was still a chill and there was a very beautiful and solemn atmosphere. There weren’t many people and the greyness of the sky, the bareness of the trees, and the stillness of the lake made us feel like we were in the setting of a novel. Very beautiful

Lake chuzenji in April was just breathtaking. The temperature was still one digit so we could still enjoy the end of winter during our visit. Snow was everywhere so our son got to have fun with his snowman making while we enjoyed photo-taking session. The scenery was way beyond my expectation. The whole place was just peaceful with very little visitors. TIPS: drive along the lake and you would find many different beautiful spots

Very nice maple foliage cruise. We took the 1 hour round trip cruise to enjoy the scenic red and golden trees. Beautiful!

Amazing view in autumn. Breeze from the lake is soothing. Better to walk around around the lake and breath fresh air helps to refresh body and soul. Should try boating in lake and see some fish. One of most scenic view in Nikko.