Hibara Lake Shore Exploration Route

[The Phantom Village Sleeping Beneath the Lake] Explore the winding small islands and the only suspension bridge on the 'Lake Hibara Trail'

Lake Hibara, boasting the largest area in the Urabandai area, features the 'Lake Hibara Trail' along its beautifully complex eastern shore, where you can leisurely walk through a flat forest dappled with sunlight, enjoying the calm lake surface and the majestic Mount Bandai, making it a popular trekking route.

■ The maze-like 'Ikari-gata' and the only suspension bridge in Urabandai

The highlight of this course is the area called 'Ikari-gata,' where the shoreline is most deeply intricate.

• Nature's miniature garden art: The landscape dotted with countless small islands of various sizes resembles a maze, truly a work of art created by nature.
• Adventurous escape: The highlight of the route, the 'only suspension bridge in Urabandai,' offers a pleasant sway and a spot to enjoy the contrast of the clear lake water and untouched forest.

■ Reflecting on the history of the post town submerged beneath the giant lake

If you're walking from a niche perspective, understanding the 'formation' of this giant lake is essential.

• Drama-filled history: Lake Hibara, a dammed lake created by the great eruption of Mount Bandai in 1888, still holds the entire former post town of 'Hibara Village' at its bottom.
• Mystical scenery: During the winter dry season, the torii gate of a submerged shrine may reappear. By reflecting on the memories of the village sleeping beneath the calm lake surface, the scenery will feel even deeper.