Tsutanuma Fiery Sunrise Miracle Reflection
Phenomenon occurs in late October from 6:00 AM to 6:30 AM when sunrise rays ignite the beech leaves.
Tsutanuma Lake Fiery Red Autumn Sunrise Reflection
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Nestled in the deep virgin beech forests of Towada-Hachimantai National Park, Tsutanuma is legendary for a breathtaking natural phenomenon: for just 15 minutes at sunrise in late October, the morning sun hits the ancient beech trees at a low angle, igniting the entire forest in glowing fiery crimson and gold mirrored flawlessly across the glassy, windless lake.
- Best time
- All year
- Entry
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- Parking
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- Official info
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Directions to Tsutanuma Lake Fiery Red Autumn Sunrise Reflection
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Suitability
Stroller: Not recommended
Nursing room: Not available
Noise level: quiet
Kids: 15-minute nature trail through pristine forest from Tsuta Onsen; wooden observation deck at lake edge.
Rules
Fire: no fire
Drones: banned
Nearby places
Within 30 km, closest first.
AomoriOirase Gorge — Ishigedo Area
A woodland stream walk with cascades and autumn beech and maple colors. This map point is the Ishigedo area, a starting point for a shorter walk rather than the entire gorge. Typical autumn window: Late October to early November. Check current trail sections, bus timetables and winter access. Choose a walk that fits your return transport.
4 km away
AomoriMatsumi Falls
A remote 90-metre waterfall on a tributary of the Oirase River in Towada, one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls.
6 km away
Sources, photo credits and verification
Place information: Official tourism source