Statements (70)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:lake
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| gptkbp:area |
669.6 km²
670 square kilometers |
| gptkbp:art_installations |
features contemporary art along its shores
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| gptkbp:biodiversity |
supports diverse wildlife
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| gptkbp:climate |
humid subtropical climate
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| gptkbp:climate_impact |
affects local agriculture
affects water levels and ecosystems |
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
ongoing initiatives to protect its ecosystem
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| gptkbp:cultural_events |
hosts various festivals throughout the year
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| gptkbp:cultural_exchange |
between local communities and visitors
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| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
associated with legends and folklore
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
important in Japanese history and culture
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| gptkbp:depth |
104 m
104 meters |
| gptkbp:ecosystem |
home to various species of fish
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| gptkbp:educational_programs |
promote awareness of environmental issues
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| gptkbp:emergency_services |
vulnerable to flooding and earthquakes
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| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
faces environmental challenges
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| gptkbp:famous_event |
celebrate seasonal changes
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
biwa (Japanese pear) cultivation
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| gptkbp:fish_species |
includes ayu and carp
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| gptkbp:fishing_regulations |
managed by local authorities
supports local economy traditional methods still practiced |
| gptkbp:geological_features |
formed by tectonic activity
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| gptkbp:has_cultural_institution |
home to museums and galleries
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| gptkbp:has_transport_link |
connected by roads and railways
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| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
archaeological finds in the area
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| gptkbp:historical_records |
mentioned in ancient Japanese texts
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
site of ancient battles
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| gptkbp:historical_site |
contains ancient temples and shrines
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Lake Biwa
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| gptkbp:importance |
largest freshwater lake in Japan
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
inspired poets and artists
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| gptkbp:landscape |
Mount Hiei and others
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| gptkbp:length |
63.4 km
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| gptkbp:local_cuisine |
features dishes using lake fish
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| gptkbp:local_legends |
associated with mythical creatures.
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Shiga_Prefecture,_Japan
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| gptkbp:outflow |
gptkb:Seta_River
gptkb:Yodo_River several rivers |
| gptkbp:parks |
Biwako Valley and others
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| gptkbp:recreation |
gptkb:swimming
fishing boating popular for boating and fishing swimming and hiking available |
| gptkbp:research |
important for ecological studies
conducted on its ecology and hydrology |
| gptkbp:scenic_views |
offers picturesque landscapes
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| gptkbp:sport |
popular for kayaking and sailing
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| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Ogoto_Island
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| gptkbp:surrounding_cities |
Otsu and Hikone
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| gptkbp:tourism |
attracts visitors for its scenic beauty
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| gptkbp:transportation |
ferries operate on the lake
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| gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site |
Biwako Sosui, a cultural landscape
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| gptkbp:water_management |
27.5 cubic kilometers
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| gptkbp:water_quality |
monitored for safety
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| gptkbp:water_sports_events |
hosts competitions and regattas
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| gptkbp:width |
23 km
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| gptkbp:wildlife |
habitat for migratory birds
home to endemic species |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Shinji_Lake
gptkb:Shirasagijo gptkb:Kinki_region gptkb:Tokaido_Line gptkb:Kansai_region |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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