A valuable source of water for Tokyo
Lake Okutama is an artificial lake that serves as a valuable water source for Tokyo, supplying approximately 20% of the water used by Tokyo residents. Relatively easy to access from central Tokyo, it is a spot where visitors can enjoy abundant nature and diverse leisure activities both in spring, when the fresh greenery is beautiful, and in autumn, when the leaves change color. There are well-maintained walking trails along the lakeside, where visitors can enjoy forest bathing in the clear air. Water activities such as canoeing and boating are also popular, and the view of the lake from the water is exceptional.
Furthermore, there are campgrounds and fishing ponds in the vicinity, allowing visitors to spend a leisurely time in the middle of nature. Other tourist attractions such as the Nippara Limestone Caves and Hatanosu Gorge are also scattered throughout the area, allowing visitors to have fun throughout the day. This is a recommended spot for those who wish to refresh both body and soul in the midst of magnificent nature.
