Statue of Tatsuko
landmark
たつこ像
Golden, lakeside statue of a fairy tale girl transformed into a dragon after drinking the waters.
A gleaming golden statue stands at the shore of Japan's deepest lake, depicting the legendary maiden Tatsuko who transformed into a dragon after drinking the lake's waters in her quest for eternal beauty. Lake Tazawa's cobalt blue waters never freeze despite the harsh Akita winters, their depth maintaining constant temperatures. The surrounding mountains and the ethereal statue create one of Tohoku's most photogenic scenes.
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