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Key Facts about Lake Biwa

Nov. 29, 2025

Researchers recently unearthed a remarkably well-preserved ancient relic, a nearly intact pottery vessel, in Japan, dating back over 10,000 years.

About Lake Biwa:

  • It is the largest freshwater lake in Japan.
  • Its name refers to the biwa, a Japanese musical instrument that the lake resembles in shape.
  • It is believed to be one of the world's oldest lakes, formed at least four million years ago.
  • It is a breeding ground for freshwater fish, including trout, and supports a pearl culture industry.
  • It was designated as a Ramsar site in 1993.
Source : One of the World’s Oldest Relics Discovered in Lake Biwa, Japan, Stuns Scientists

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