description Lake Kasumigaura Overview
Lake Kasumigaura is the second-largest lake in Japan, located in the southeastern part of Ibaraki Prefecture. It covers a surface area of approximately 220 square kilometers and is situated near the Pacific Ocean. Historically a brackish lake, it was transformed into a freshwater body following the closure of a tidal gate in 1963. Today, it is a vital site for local inland freshwater fisheries and various recreational water sports.
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Where is Lake Kasumigaura?
Lake Kasumigaura is in southeastern Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan, near the Pacific Ocean. It is Japan's second-largest lake by surface area.
How large is Lake Kasumigaura?
The lake covers approximately 220 square kilometers. That size makes it one of Japan's most significant inland water bodies.
Was Lake Kasumigaura always freshwater?
Historically, Lake Kasumigaura was brackish because it had stronger connections with coastal water. Water-control changes transformed it into a freshwater lake.
What is Lake Kasumigaura used for?
The lake supports uses such as water supply, irrigation, fishing, and recreation in Ibaraki Prefecture. Its nearby connection to the Pacific has also shaped its environmental history.
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