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Lake Tanuki

Coordinates: 35°20′37″N 138°33′38″E / 35.34361°N 138.56056°E / 35.34361; 138.56056
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Lake Tanuki
Lake Tanuki is located in Shizuoka Prefecture
Lake Tanuki
Lake Tanuki
LocationShizuoka Prefecture
Coordinates35°20′37″N 138°33′38″E / 35.34361°N 138.56056°E / 35.34361; 138.56056
TypeReservoir
Basin countriesJapan
Max. length1.0 km (0.62 mi)
Max. width0.5 km (0.31 mi)
Surface area0.312 km2 (0.120 sq mi)
Average depth8 m (26 ft)
Water volume0.0012 km3 (970 acre⋅ft)
Surface elevation660 m (2,170 ft)
SettlementsFujinomiya, Shizuoka

Lake Tanuki (田貫湖, Tanuki-ko) 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

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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.

References

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  1. ^ "Lake Tanuki - The Delightful View on the Top of Mount Fuji". www.kanpai-japan.com. Retrieved 2023-03-24.
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