Aoike

Aoike, known for its cobalt blue lake water, is part of a group of lakes and marshes that were created by an earthquake during the Edo period. Among them, Aoike is particularly popular. The lake water shines in cobalt blue, with a vividness that looks as if it were dyed with dye. You'll be mesmerized by its beauty, feeling as if you're being sucked into the lake. The charm of Aoike lies in its beautiful lake water. The cobalt blue color is truly worth seeing at least once. Aoike is an absolute must-see for travelers visiting Natsugun, Aomori Prefecture!

The area where Aoiike is located is part of the Shirakami Mountains, which is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is home to the world's largest primeval beech forest. The Shirakami Mountains are a mountainous area that stretches from Aomori to Akita prefectures, and approximately 17,000 hectares, including the area around Aoiike, out of the approximately 13 hectares of primeval forest, are registered as a World Natural Heritage Site. The primeval beech forest is of the world's largest scale, and as it is under natural protection, a valuable ecosystem that has been hardly affected by human influence is maintained. For travelers who visit, it can be said to be an attractive place where they can experience the beauty of nature and a valuable ecosystem.

The Aoi-ike Pond walking course is located in an area called "Forest of Twelve Lakes" and features four recommended therapy roads. The walking course can be chosen according to your time and physical ability. We recommend the approximately 1.5km circular course that starts at the Kyororo souvenir shop in the Aone Shichikashuku Forest, which can be completed in about an hour even if you walk slowly. While walking on the walking course, you can enjoy views of Aoi-ike Pond, Futtaki Pond, and the beech forest. Why not enjoy the mysterious scenery of Aoi-ike Pond while fully enjoying the natural environment of the Shirakami Mountains?

Near Aoike is the beautiful scenic spot of Boiling Pot Lake. Boiling Pot Lake is one of the 33 lakes and marshes scattered throughout the Juniko area, and is located in a beech forest. It boasts a beauty comparable to that of Aoike due to its high transparency. The water of Boiling Pot Lake, which was selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Famous Waters of the Heisei Era" by the Ministry of the Environment, is nurtured by the beech forest and spreads with pure water. Boiling Pot Lake is known for the sight of spring water bubbling up, as its name suggests, and you can enjoy a mystical sight due to its high transparency. It is also known as a blue shining lake along with Aoike, and is an attractive place for tourists. Aoike and Boiling Pot Lake are popular tourist spots in the Shirakami Mountains, and are also attractive areas for nature lovers and hikers. The surrounding area is covered with beech primeval forests, and you can enjoy the beautiful natural environment. Please come and visit Boiling Pot Lake and enjoy its beautiful scenery!

Japan Canyon is a unique scenic spot where the white tuff rock formations tower impressively. Its appearance is so striking that it evokes the Grand Canyon in the United States and fascinates visitors. This area, formed by erosion and collapse, features a U-shaped valley that has become a large cliff, and the white tuff rock walls create a sense of power. The surrounding mountains are covered with trees, and the white rock formations stand out, creating a beautiful sight. Japan Canyon is a place where you can freely explore, and from the observation deck, the whiteness stands out among the mountains covered with trees, creating a mysterious landscape. If you visit both Aoiike and Japan Canyon, you can fully enjoy the beauty of nature.