Lake Tanuki Explained

Lake Tanuki
Pushpin Map:Japan Shizuoka Prefecture
Location:Shizuoka Prefecture
Coords:35.3436°N 138.5606°W
Type:Reservoir
Basin Countries:Japan
Length:1km (01miles)
Width:0.5km (00.3miles)
Area:0.312km2
Depth:8m (26feet)
Volume:0.0012km3
Elevation:660m (2,170feet)
Cities:Fujinomiya, Shizuoka

is a lake near Mount Fuji, Japan.[1] It is located in the city of Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, and is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

History

Originally a swampy area, the lake was created in 1935 by diverting the waters of nearby Shiba River to create a reservoir for use in irrigation. The lake is now a popular vacation location, with camp sites, fishing, boating and is noted for its views of Mount Fuji.

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lake Tanuki - The Delightful View on the Top of Mount Fuji . 2023-03-24 . www.kanpai-japan.com . en.