All Reviews of Kurobe Dam

Tateyama Kurobe is a breathtaking route in Japan that you should experience at least once in your lifetime, and Kurobe Dam is one of the most impressive highlights of the entire trip.

Standing on Japan’s tallest dam and taking in the majestic mountains, emerald-green lake, and massive structure is truly awe-inspiring. On a clear day, the blue sky and white clouds make the mountain scenery even more beautiful, and the gentle breeze feels amazing. Every step feels like walking through a postcard.

Kurobe Dam is also a major stop on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, and in summer, you can see the spectacular water discharge. This trip is not just about enjoying beautiful scenery. It is a relaxing, unforgettable experience worth treasuring for a lifetime.

Kurobe Dam, the tallest dam in Japan, is also one of the most breathtaking sights on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. This impressive 186-meter dam, surrounded by mountains and emerald-green lake water, is absolutely stunning.

I was lucky to visit on a perfectly clear day. The blue sky and white clouds made the majestic dam look beautiful from every angle, like something straight out of a postcard. Standing on top of the dam and feeling the combination of nature and engineering wonder was truly unforgettable.

If you have the chance to visit Tateyama Kurobe, don’t miss Kurobe Dam. It’s absolutely a place worth keeping in your memories.

This was my first time at Kurobe Dam. The mountain scenery around it was gorgeous, and the massive dam gave it that hidden-gem feel Japan does so well. Definitely worth making a special trip for.

Take the electric bus from Ogizawa Station to Kurobe Dam, at an elevation of 1,454 m. Standing on the dam, you can look out over truly magnificent scenery. To me, the charm of Kurobe Dam is how a sightseeing destination and the beauty of nature exist together in perfect harmony.

In spring, the distant mountain peaks are still capped with snow, and the water reflects the mountains ever so slightly. The air is crisp and refreshing...

I can easily imagine how the changing mountain views through the seasons would bring even more different feelings and impressions.

It’s amazing that they built such a massive dam deep in the mountains!

A powerful structure set in magnificent scenery.

You’ll definitely be blown away!