Goshiki-numa is a group of five picturesque, multi-colored lakes located in the Bandai-Asahi National Park in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, not in Yamagata Prefecture. These lakes are known for their stunning colors, which range from emerald green to deep blue, and they are surrounded by beautiful hiking trails that offer visitors the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area.
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| Goshiki-numa Lake in Nishikawa-machi, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan |
The five lakes in the Goshiki-numa group are known by different names based on their unique colors and characteristics.
These lakes were formed as a result of the eruption of Mount Bandai in 1888, which created numerous craters that eventually filled with water, resulting in the formation of these stunning natural wonders.
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| Goshiki-numa Lake in Nishikawa-machi, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan |
Please note that there might be confusion regarding the location of Goshiki-numa, as there may be other places with similar names in different parts of Japan. However, the most famous Goshiki-numa is located in Fukushima Prefecture, not Yamagata Prefecture.