Hibara Lake Shore Trail

【The Phantom Village Sleeping Beneath the Lake】 Explore the winding small islands and the only suspension bridge on the 'Lake Hibara Lakeside Trail'

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

■ 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 lakeshore 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.
• Extraordinary adventurous spirit: The highlight of the route, the 'only suspension bridge in Urabandai', offers a spot to enjoy the contrast of the clear lake water and untouched forest with a pleasant sway.

■ Reflecting on the history of the post town sunken beneath the massive lake

If you walk from a unique perspective, understanding the 'formation' of this massive lake is essential.

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