Lake Towada
Lake Towada (十和田湖, Towada-ko) is the largest crater lake in Honshū island, Japan. Located on the border between Aomori and Akita prefectures, it lies 400 meters (1,800 ft) above sea level and is 327 m (1,073 ft) deep, drained by the Oirase river. With a surface area of 61.1 km², Towada is Japan's 12th largest lake, its bright blue color is due to its great depth. The lake is roughly circular, with two peninsulas extending from its southern shore approximately one-third into the center of the lake. The lake is a popular tourist destination.
| Lake Towada 十和田湖 | |
|---|---|
Lake Towada 十和田湖 Lake Towada 十和田湖 | |
| Location | Honshū, Japan |
| Coordinates | 40°28′N 140°52′E |
| Type | Crater lake |
| Primary outflows | Oirase River |
| Basin countries | Japan |
| Surface area | 61.1 km2 (23.6 sq mi) |
| Average depth | 71 m (233 ft) |
| Max. depth | 327 m (1,073 ft) |
| Water volume | 4.19 km3 (3,400,000 acre⋅ft) |
| Shore length1 | 46 km (29 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 400 metres (1,312 ft) |
| 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure. | |
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