Don’t Miss the Spectacular Taisho Ike

The eruption of Mt. Yakedake in 1915 caused Azusa River to be blocked to form the pond, leaving the part of swamped forest miraculously intact. This is the entrance of Kamikochi and provides spectacular alpine scenery of the Hotaka mountain range and Mt. Yakedake (burning mountain). Taisho Ike is around an hour walk from Kamikochi Bus Terminal. The view, with snow capped mountain on the background, is simply breathtaking. It's really worth a visit if you're nearby, visiting Takayama or Matsumoto. There are regular bus services from both places. #taisoike #japantrip #globetrotter