Lake Kussharo

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This giant caldera lake is famous for its huge flock of whooper swans which migrate south from Russia every winter.

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Category

Caldera Lake

Area Size

79.3 km2 (30.6 sq mi)

Known For

Largest Caldera Lake in Japan
Wild Animals (Migratory Whooper Swans in Winter)

Best Time to Visit

Winter: Whooper Swan Viewing

Max Water Depth

118 m (387 ft)

Lake Kussharo, Teshikaga, Kawakami District, Hokkaido, Japan

Special Info & Comments

Contains Nakajima Island in the center of the lake
Lake completely freezes over during deep winter