Yahagi Dam
Yahagi Dam is an arched concrete dam that embanks the Yahagigawa River, creating Oku Yagahiko Lake. Oku Yagahiko Lake is located in a resort area offering numerous natural spectacles, such as cherry blossoms, wisterias, and fall leaves, making it a popular tourist attraction.
Basic Information
| Address | 〒444-2841 Shizurase-cho, Toyota-shi, Aichi 444-2841 |
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| Fee | Free tours (advance reservation required) |
| Opening days / hours | Outer area open 24 four hours a day, 7 days a week Guided dam tours 9:30 am-4:00 pm (advance reservation required) |
| Phone number | 0565-68-2321 (Yahagi Dam Management Office) |
| Parking lot | Available |
| Restroom | Available |
| Directions | Approx. 50 min. toward Kami Yagahi-cho from Ena Interchange on the Chuo Expressway. Approx. 50 min. toward Akechi-cho from Mizunami Interchange on the Chuo Expressway. Approx. 40 min. from Shidare Interchange on Sanage Green Road. |
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