natural wonder
Lake Towada
A deep double caldera lake on the Aomori–Akita border, ringed by a scenic road and reached from the south over high forested passes. Boat trips cross to the steep Nakayama peninsula.
57 km · about 65 min drive
Aomori, Japan · Asia
Shimokizukuri sits on the route: 10 minutes from Goshogawara, 57km from Lake Towada.
Shimokizukuri is a town located in Aomori, Japan. With a population of 18,907, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Shimokizukuri sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shimokizukuri to your route.
Tsugaru (つがる市, Tsugaru-shi) is a city located in Aomori Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 January 2023, the city had an estimated population of 30,128 in 13487 households, and a population density of 120 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 253.55 square kilometres (97.90 sq mi). The city's name is atypical for aRead more
Japanese place, in that it is written in hiragana rather than kanji (see hiragana cities).
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Shimokizukuri is located in Aomori, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 40.8161 latitude, 140.3754 longitude.
Shimokizukuri has a population of approximately 18,907 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
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natural wonder
A deep double caldera lake on the Aomori–Akita border, ringed by a scenic road and reached from the south over high forested passes. Boat trips cross to the steep Nakayama peninsula.
57 km · about 65 min drive
natural wonder
A 14 km stream valley below Lake Towada where a road and footpath run side by side past mossy boulders, rapids and a string of waterfalls. Best in autumn, when traffic is heavy and the walk beats the car.
60 km · about 70 min drive
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