The clear waters of Yagi-numa is a must-see! There are several vantage points around Goshikinuma where visitors can enjoy breath-taking views of the lakes and ponds as well as …

Oct 3, 2022 · In Urabandai’s Kitashiobara village lies the famous Goshikinuma ponds that gleam in various intense hues of blue, ranging from bright cobalt blue to a deep teal! This …

Sep 3, 2024 · The 3.6-km-long hiking trail is fun for beginners and takes 1 hour and 10 minutes to walk. The trail takes hikers around the mystical five lakes and ponds of Goshikinuma, or the …

Goshiki-numa formed when Mount Bandai erupted on July 15, 1888, destroying dozens of villages and killing approximately 500 people while creating hundreds of lakes and tarns.

Discover Goshiki-numa in Nishikawa-machi—five colorful volcanic lakes in Yamagata, Japan, perfect for scenic walks, photos, and peaceful nature views.

The colors of each lake mysteriously fluctuate throughout the year with the weather, making Goshiki-numa a popular tourist destination. A @4 km walking path from Lake Bishamon, the …

May 5, 2024 · Japan’s natural palette is rich and varied, with Lake Goshiki-numa (ごしきぬま) embodying the mystical colors woven by nature. With its ever-changing seasonal faces, this …

Jul 2, 2025 · An explosion of steam gave birth to hundreds of lakes and ponds in 1888. About 30 of large and small lakes such as Bishamon, Aka, Midoro, Tatsu, and Benten are called …

In actuality dozens of lakes were created due to the 1888 eruption, but the Goshiki-numa Ponds are the most famous. It was thanks to the eruption that the lakes each took on rich color; the …

There are approximately 30 marshes and lakes in total. Colorful carp inhabit the waters of Bishamon-numa. You can hike past eight colorful lakes on one trail. Goshikinuma is …