Lake Biwa

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Lake Biwa, located in Shiga Prefecture just northeast of Kyoto, is Japan’s largest freshwater lake and one of the world’s oldest lakes—formed about 4 million years ago .
Area: ~670 km² with a shoreline of ~235 km
Depth: Up to ~104 m in the northern basin, average ~44 m
Biodiversity: Home to over 1,700 documented species, including more than 60 that are endemic to the lake
Role: Supplies water to ~14 million people in the Kansai region

Things to Do & Must-See Spots
1. Shirahige Shrine
Famous for its floating red torii gate dramatically emerging from the water. An especially beautiful sight at sunset.
2. Chikubu Island
A scenic, sacred island in the north of Lake Biwa. Features ancient shrines and temples, including a shrine to Benzaiten. Accessible

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Post by potatogal | Jul 25, 2025