Lake Sagami: Features, Popular Tourist Attractions, Gourmet

Lake Sagami is an artificial lake located in Midori Ward, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It was created by damming the Sagami River with the Sagami Dam, and has an area of approximately 3 km².

As a dam lake, Lake Sagami plays a role in hydroelectric power generation and water supply, but it is also a popular leisure spot due to its rich nature.

Famous sightseeing spots around Lake Sagami include Sagamiko Resort “Pleasure Forest”, Sagamiko Park, Shiroyama Chaya, and Sagamiko Onsen “Ururi”.

Because the area is rich in nature, many campgrounds are open. Due to its rugged terrain, it is also a popular road bike course for athletes.