Nojiriko Lake

“Mammoths once roamed here — now kayaks glide over their bones.”

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Nojiriko Lake is an ancient lake located in Nagano prefecture. In the summer, paddling is popular in the tranquil lake. In the winter, the snow capped mountains can be seen reflected on the surface of the still water. The lake is known as being the site where fossils of the extinct Naumann's Elephant have been excavated and there is a history museum nearby where you can learn more about this prehistoric animal.

Spot NameNojiriko Lake
Postal Code〒389-1303
AddressNojiri, Shinanomachi, Kamiminochi-gun, Nagano
Telephone Number026-255-3226
Official URLhttp://www.shinano-machi.com/spot/514
KeywordsBeautiful Scenery, Outdoor Activities

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What is Nojiriko Lake?
Mammoths once roamed here — now kayaks glide over their bones.
Where is Nojiriko Lake?
Nojiriko Lake is located at Nojiri, Shinanomachi, Kamiminochi-gun, Nagano.
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