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Lake Chuzenji
Lake Chuzenji · 中禅寺湖
Walk the lakeside pavement by Lake Chuzenji's large torii gate and Sunrise and Sunset piers for lake views. Take a short lakeside walk after Kegon Falls. This route stays around Chuzenji Onsen; it does not circle the whole lake.
Visitor information
Admission
A separate admission fee for the lakeside walk has not been confirmed. Cruises and admission to temples or viewing facilities cost extra.
Opening hours
Fixed facility hours for the lake itself have not been confirmed. Walk in daylight and plan around the return bus. For a cruise, check the sailing timetable for your travel date separately.
What to see at Lake Chuzenji
The lakeshore by the large torii gate and piers
The public lakeside pavement around Chuzenji Onsen passes the large torii gate and Sunrise and Sunset piers. Follow the official tourist map and enjoy views across the lake.
Official lake and waterfall walking map Bus timetables, boarding points and fares
How to get to Lake Chuzenji
Take a bus from Nikko's stations to Chuzenji Onsen, then follow the official tourist map to the lakeshore. The adult one-way bus fare between Nikko's stations and Chuzenji Onsen is JPY 1,250.
Official lake and waterfall walking map Bus timetables, boarding points and fares
Before you visit
Adding villas or a cruise
Visiting the British or Italian embassy villa, or taking a cruise, requires extra travel and sightseeing time beyond the lakeside walk. Check weather, return buses and seasonal facility hours together.
Official lake and waterfall walking map Bus timetables, boarding points and fares British Embassy Villa opening hours, tickets and walking directions
Questions about Lake Chuzenji
Can I visit Lake Chuzenji without staying overnight?
Yes. Take a bus from Nikko's stations to Chuzenji Onsen for a lakeside day trip. If adding Kegon Falls or the villas, allow more travel and visiting time and check the return bus.
Bus timetables, boarding points and fares Official lake and waterfall walking map British Embassy Villa opening hours, tickets and walking directions
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