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Katanuma Crater Lake
潟沼Miyagi · Tohoku
A strongly acidic (pH ~2.4) volcanic crater lake in Kurikoma Quasi-National Park near Naruko Onsen, with seasonal boat rentals.
- Crowd level
- Moderate
- Opening hours
- Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission
- Free. The acidic caldera lake has a ~30-minute lakeside walking trail with no admission. The lakeside rest house rents boats (paid). Access road is closed roughly late November to late April due to snow/ice.
- Nearest station
- Naruko-Onsen Station · 21 min walk
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
8:00–17:00FreeStored weekly hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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