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Japan’s best rivers and lakes ranked by scenic beauty
Kameoka / Kyoto / Mountain / Rivers & Lakes / Shiga

Japan’s best rivers and lakes ranked by scenic beauty

Posted on: August 29, 2025August 29, 2025

Japan is the land of mountains, rivers, and lakes, so I thought I’d piece together my 5 favorite spots in Japan to enjoy views of the water.

Lake Biwa is home to the beautiful Omi-Maiko beach in Shiga
Beach / Kyoto / Shiga

Lake Biwa is home to the beautiful Omi-Maiko beach in Shiga

Posted on: August 28, 2025August 28, 2025

Just north of Kyoto is the stunning body of water known as Lake Biwa or “Biwako” in Shiga Prefecture, home to beautiful beaches and resorts.

Exploring the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam in Kyoto
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain

Exploring the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam in Kyoto

Posted on: August 25, 2024July 30, 2025

Preserving the natural environment has always been a strong suit of the Japanese; that’s why the Otowa River Erosion Control Dam was built.

Mt. Otowa summit offers unique views of Kyoto & Shiga prefecture
Hiking / Kyoto / Mountain / Shiga

Mt. Otowa summit offers unique views of Kyoto & Shiga prefecture

Posted on: August 22, 2024July 30, 2025

Located between Kyoto’s iconic Kiyomizu-dera temple and Shiga’s beautiful Lake Biwa, Mt. Otowa offers breathtaking scenery at the summit!

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