Suwa Taisha: Visit one of Japan’s oldest shrines, Suwa Taisha, exploring its historic grounds and learning about its cultural significance.

Local Cuisine: Enjoy a meal at a lakeside restaurant, trying regional specialties such as freshwater fish or Hoto noodles.

Tateishi Park: Head to Tateishi Park for panoramic views of Lake Suwa and the surrounding mountains, perfect for a leisurely afternoon.

Kitazawa Museum of Art: Spend some time at this museum, which houses a collection of glass art and features various exhibitions.

Local Festivals

Suwa Lake Fireworks Festival: Held annually on August 15th, this festival features one of Japan’s largest and most spectacular fireworks displays, with over 40,000 fireworks illuminating the night sky over Lake Suwa.

Suwa Takigi Noh: As summer transitions to autumn, the Suwa Takigi Noh festival in September features traditional Noh theater performances illuminated by torchlight, offering a mesmerizing cultural experience in the serene setting of Suwa Taisha.

Onbashira Festival: Taking place every six years, the next festival is scheduled for 2027. This ancient and dramatic festival involves the symbolic relocation of huge tree trunks to the Suwa Taisha shrine, showcasing traditional rituals and thrilling log-riding events.