[Kochi Prefecture] Lake Hakuryu, a hidden gem of a scenic spot that has become popular on social media

"Hakuryu Lake" is located in the remote mountains of Tsuno Town in the western part of Kochi Prefecture. It is a new water scenic spot in Kochi Prefecture that has become a hot topic on social media in recent years. However, it is not a natural lake, but an artificial lake created as a hobby by the president of a local construction company. It is located on the grounds of the construction company, but is open to the public for free as they would like the public to see it. (There is no parking lot, so you will have to park on the road while being careful of your surroundings.) Although it is an artificial lake, it is a lake that is drawn from the clear water that originates from the Shimanto River, a first-class river, so it is guaranteed to be transparent. The lake is relatively small, about 30m wide and 3m deep. The white sand containing limestone is sunk to the bottom of the lake, so it has beautiful emerald green water all year round. It is said that the water is so clear that the carp swimming in the pond look as if they are flying in the air, and it is also known as the "Kochi version of Monet's Pond." What is unique is the construction company's own promenade, which was made from recycled materials such as conveyor belts. It is painted in pink and red, making it perfect for Instagram. The entrance is marked by a giant tanuki "Yosaku Tanuki" and a dragon object. Hakuryu Lake is an artificial lake, but there are legends surrounding Hakuryu in this area, and a cave next to the lake has an anecdote about a monk, so it seems to be more than just an artificial lake. It is still a hidden gem, so be sure to visit it. (However, be careful as there are no shops around.) #tripdomestictravel #KochiPrefecture #amazingview #springwater #amazingviewofwater