Local Information Vol.1 "Ice fishing for smelt at Lake Akagi-Ounuma"
If you're staying in Akagi-shuku, you'll want to make the most of the surrounding area. Here we'll be sharing information about activities around Akagi-shuku!
This time, we will introduce ice fishing for smelt at Lake Akagi-Onuma, a special winter experience.
In winter, Mount Akagi's Lake Onuma is completely covered in ice, creating a fantastical landscape that seems like another world.
In this natural setting, you can experience "ice fishing for smelt."
You drill a hole in the ice of the lake, drop a fishing line into it, and rhythmically lure the smelt. Even beginners can enjoy it once they get the hang of it.
Equipment is available for purchase and rental at the shop on the shore of Lake Onuma, so you can come empty-handed.
If you are a first timer, the staff at the shop will give you advice on how to fish, so you can rest assured. What's more, the smelt you catch will be cooked for you at the shop on the lake, so you can enjoy a delicious meal right there.
Just by riding on the ice of the lake, you can experience the great outdoors in a way that you would not normally experience.
The summit area of Mount Akagi can reach temperatures as low as minus 10 to 15 degrees Celsius, so please be sure to take proper precautions against the cold.
*Please note that even after the opening date, the ice may be closed depending on the weather and ice conditions.
*The end time may change depending on the ice conditions.
Time 7:00-16:00
*Even if you are not fishing, please adhere to the above times when entering the ice of Lake Onuma to ensure safety.
*The Akagi Onuma Fisheries Association makes preparations and patrols daily to ensure everyone can enjoy the area safely. Please follow the rules and enjoy the area.
Fishing ticket fee: 800 yen *Free for junior high school students and younger Other rental fees apply
<Rental and sales information>
rental
・Rod set from 1,500 yen (rod + tackle)
・Special rod set 1,800 yen (special rod + tackle, pulley included) Available at: Aoki Annex
・Ice drilling drill 1,000 yen (1 hour)
Chairs and tents are also available for rental (from 1,500 yen for one person, from 2,500 yen for two people, from 3,500 yen for three people).
*On windy days, we recommend renting a tent!
sale
・Feed (white sashimi, red sashimi, rabbit) from 150 yen
・Trap from 400 yen
Ice smelt fishing reception
Aoki Annex TEL: 027-287-8106
Bandi Shiobara TEL: 027-287-8200
Soyama Shoten TEL: 027-287-8102
Meigetsukan TEL: 027-287-8127
<Inquiries>
Akagi Onuma Fisheries Cooperative Association (inside Aoki Ryokan) TEL: 027-287-8511
<Access>
25 minutes by car from Seiho Sanso
23 minutes by car from Shurei Sanso
31 minutes by car from The RURA
When you visit Akagi-shuku, why not make some winter memories by going ice fishing for smelt?