Lake Spots in Kazusa / Rinkai Area

  • Lake Kameyama
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Pref. Kimitsushi Toyoda ツキ Kawamata
    This dam lake is located on the upstream part of Obitsu River. It shows scenic beauty in all four seasons—perfect for hiking, fishing, or enjoying a boat ride. In fall, the Kameyama Autumn Festival is held, and viewing scarlet maple leaves from the tour boat is quite popular. Also, there are hiking events and viewings of the opening of Kameyama Dam on occasion.
  • Takataki Dam (Lake Takataki)
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Pref. Ichiharashi Takataki
    A dam and accompanying dam lake. Surrounding facilities include open grass fields, a memorial hall, and an aquatic plant botanical garden. The lake is also a fishing destination known for its black bass among other varieties, and a Japanese pond smelt fishing tournament is held here in winter. In addition, the Ichihara City Takataki Lake Sightseeing Fireworks Show is held at the lake each year in August.
  • Lake Mishima
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Pref. Kimitsushi Masaki 152-1
    This reservoir between National Routes 92 and 410 was formed by the construction of Mishima Dam. Lots of people come to fish for Japanese crucian carp and black bass when the weather's nice, as well as Japanese pond smelt in autumn and winter. Shops around the lake rent out fishing boats and gear, making the lake a fun day out for those new to fishing. You can also fish from the pier. The trees around the lake turn color in autumn and there are walkways that are great for a stroll.
  • Mishima Dam (Lake Mishima)
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Pref. Kimitsushi Masaki
    A dam built for irrigation purposes and an accompanying dam lake supplied by the Koito River. There are walking paths in the area, and visitors can enjoy landscapes interweaving the beauty of the lake with seasonal scenery such as fresh verdure in spring and fall foliage in autumn. The surrounding area, including Mishima Lake and Toyofusa Lake, has been designated the Seiwa Kenmin no Mori park, and facilities include a campground and activity center. On weekends, many fishing lovers come to the lake to catch Japanese crucian carp.
  • Lake Takataki
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Ichihara-shi Hara Taka Taki 188
  • Toyofusa Lake (Toyofusa Dam)
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Kimitsu-shi Toyofusa
  • Katakura Dam
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Kimitsu-shi Sasa Katakura
  • Lake Toyofusa
    Travel / Tourism
    Chiba Kimitsu-shi

Chiba Areas

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The Boso Peninsula forms the main body of Chiba prefecture, and this is where you’ll find its endless warm water beaches and jagged mountains. Further inland, Narita - most famous as the home of Narita Airport - is a secret haven of tradition and history in the form of centuries-old Shinshoji Temple and quaint wooden Edo buildings. Chiba prefecture is also home to both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea.

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