View the Landscape of Former Lake Hachirogata, Once Japan's Second Largest
About this spot
This adjustment pond retains part of Lake Hachirogata, which once ranked as Japan's second-largest lake after Lake Biwa. While most of the original lake has been reclaimed as farmland for Ōgata Village, this pond preserves a vast water surface that evokes the memory of pre-reclamation Hachirogata. With minimal obstructions to views, the expansive sky and serene water surface create an unforgettable landscape that allows you to directly experience the historical transformation of Hachirogata Town.
Season & hours
Name: 一日市盆踊り
Date & time: 8/18 (Tue)–8/20 (Thu) Time TBA
Venue: 南秋田郡八郎潟町・一日市上町大通り
八郎潟町一日市地区の上町大通りを会場に、2026年8月18日(火)から20日(木)まで開かれる地域の盆踊りです。江戸時代から市が立つ町として栄えた一日市らしく、大通りにやぐらが組まれ、太鼓のリズムに合わせて浴衣姿の踊り手たちが輪をつくります。派手さはありませんが、地域の人々が世代を超えて集う、素朴で温かい雰囲気の盆踊りです。日中に神社や調整池をめぐって八郎潟町の歴史と風土にふれた1日の締めくくりに、この地に根づいた夏祭りの空気を味わいましょう。
Tips
会場周辺は夜間車両の通行に注意が必要な箇所があります。踊りの輪は誰でも自由に参加できます。夜は虫よけがあると快適に過ごせます。
Tips
Parking spaces may be limited at some viewing points, so check ahead for accessible locations. In summer, there's little shade, so bring a hat and drinking water.
Best time to visit
Approximately 40 minutes. Late afternoon offers changing sky colors that beautifully reflect on the water surface.
Access & map
〒010-0341 Akita Prefecture Oga City Hachirogata Adjustment Pond
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