[2025 Semboku Attraction] Travel Guide for Statue of Tatsuko (Updated May)

This is the Statue of Tatsuko located at the West Bank of Lake Tazawa in Semboku, Akita prefecture. Lengend has it that Princess Tatsuko prayed for eternal youth and beauty, her wish was granted when she drank the waters of a magical forest spring and turned into a dragon as the guardian spirit of the lake~ The view is stunning and the water is clear. You can even see people doing paddle boarding. Driving is more convenient for travelling around in Akita ~

When I visited Lake Tazawa, I was taken aback by the beauty of its clear blue surface. As the deepest lake in Japan, the water is mystically transparent, like a mirror that reflects the color of the sky and even the clouds. The statue of Tatsuko standing on the lakeside is somewhat sad, and combined with the legend of the lake, it creates a fantastical atmosphere. The surrounding nature is also beautiful, and it is a place that shows a different expression with each season. Lake Tazawa, where tranquility and grandeur coexist, is a place that relaxes the mind. To get to Lake Tazawa, take the Akita Shinkansen to Tazawako Station and then transfer to a bus. There is a bus that is somewhere between a local bus and a sightseeing bus, called the Tazawako Loop Line, which goes around the lake from Tazawako Station and returns to Tazawako Station, stopping at tourist spots around the lake for about 10 to 20 minutes. I recommend using this bus. #Spring0yenTrip

📍 Lake Tazawa, Semboku City, Akita, Japan The Tatsuko Statue is a stunning golden bronze statue standing on the shores of Lake Tazawa in Semboku City, Akita Prefecture. It depicts Princess Tatsuko, a legendary maiden who, according to local folklore, wished for eternal youth and beauty and was transformed into the guardian dragon of the lake. Created by renowned sculptor Yasutake Funakoshi, the 2-meter-tall statue was erected on May 12, 1968. Its golden hue contrasts beautifully with the deep cobalt blue waters of Lake Tazawa, making it a striking landmark and a must-visit photo spot. According to the legend, Tatsuko drank from a mystical spring in her quest for everlasting beauty and was ultimately transformed into a dragon, forever bound to the lake’s depths. This touching tale is the inspiration behind the statue. How to Get There 🚉 From JR Tazawako Station: Approx. 15 minutes by bus 🚉 From JR Kakunodate Station: Approx. 40 minutes by bus Take a moment to admire the breathtaking lake scenery and discover the mystical beauty of the Tatsuko Statue. #celebrateit

#cherryblossom2024 Good statue for having background photo along with Majestic lake water and snow mountain on backside. Definitely worth visiting for even though area is not so much developed for tourists. If coming by car, you can park it in nearby shopping area for as minimum as 200 JPY. But if you purchase some items from shop no parking fees.Statue is not really special without the story of her (jumped into the lake to get eternal beauty) but the lake and the mountain beihnd are so beautiful, and it is not frozen even in winter.

Lake Tazawako is a beautiful lake that changes color according to the sunlight. It is the most beautiful lake in Japan. It is located in Semboku City, Akita Prefecture, Tohoku Region, Japan. How to get there: From Tokyo Station or Ueno Station, take the Akita Shinkansen to Tazawako Station. It takes about 3 hours. Around the lake, there are Tatsuko Statue, Kansaku (Ukiki Shrine), and many hot spring resorts on the hill to choose from. Therefore, it is a popular place for tourists to relax regularly. #discoveryourownjapan #japantohoku #akita

As in the previous article, this is about Lake Tazawa in Akita. Lake Tazawa is a freshwater lake known as the deepest lake in Japan. It is famous for the "Tatsuko Statue" (see photo 1) standing on the lakeside. The scenery here is often introduced on social media such as Instagram. It is a spectacular spot with a clear lake surface♪ There is also a small shrine called Ukigi Shrine near the Tatsuko statue⛩✨ Access: About 15 minutes by bus from JR Tazawako Station. From there, you can access the "Tatsuko Statue" by changing to a sightseeing bus that goes around the lake. There is also a way to see the Tatsuko statue from the lake surface on a sightseeing boat, but it is not very clear. #photogenicspot #spectacularview #snowscenery #LakeTazawa #Akita