A view of Lake Suwa, the largest lake in Nagano Prefecture! Tateishi Park

  • Nagano
  • Sightseeing
A view where the blue of the lake and the blue of the sky are in harmony

Lake Suwa is located in the center of Nagano Prefecture.

Suwa Lake is also famous for the "Gokamigatari" (crossing of the goddess of mercy) in winter when the entire lake is frozen over.

Lake Suwa is located roughly in the center of Nagano Prefecture and spans Okaya City, Shimosuwa Town, and Suwa City; it is a *tectonic lake* formed by the rifting of the Earth’s crust.It has an area of 13.3 km², a circumference of 15.9 km, and a maximum depth of 7.2 m, making it the largest lake in the prefecture.
The surrounding area is home to numerous famous sites and historic landmarks, including Kamisuwa Onsen and Shimosuwa Onsen, Suwa Taisha Shrine, Takashima Park, and sake breweries, making it one of Nagano Prefecture’s premier tourist destinations.It is also famous for the Suwa Taisha Grand Festival, the “Onbashira Festival” (official name: Shikinen Zōei Onbashira Grand Festival), held once every seven years.


Lake Suwa is a tectonic lake that was formed when the ground caved in due to tectonic movement and water accumulated in the lake.

The park is famous for its view of Suwa Lake.

Tateishi Park is highly recommended for its panoramic view of Lake Suwa. Located on a small hill about a 15-minute drive from JR Kami-Suwa Station, the area is completely unobstructed, offering a sweeping view of Okaya City and Shimosuwa Town.On clear days, you can even see the distant peaks of the Northern Alps. Thanks to its stunning scenery, it has been selected as one of the “100 Best Sunset Spots in Shinshu” and one of the “New Three Great Night Views of Japan and 100 Best Night Views,” and it is also said to have served as the model for a location featured in a blockbuster animated film.

Why not visit to enjoy the beautiful scenery—no matter when you go—and immerse yourself in the world of that blockbuster animated film?

*Parking for 23 cars (including 2 spaces for people with disabilities) and motorcycle parking spaces are available. There is no parking for large vehicles such as large buses or tour buses.
The scene of the lake's ice formation is still fresh in your mind.
Mt. Hotaka, the third highest peak in Japan, peeks out from between the clouds.
Suwa City Official Website
We recommend that you book your stay in Kamisuwa Onsen with the "JR East View Dynamic Rail Package"!
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