Lake Biwa Canal

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The "Lake Biwa Canal" (Biwako Sosui) is a magnificent canal constructed during the Meiji era to transport water from Lake Biwa to Kyoto, serving as a symbol of Japan's modernization. The area around the intake in Otsu City features historic brick structures that harmonize beautifully with the surrounding nature, becoming a spectacular spot especially in spring when cherry blossoms bloom along the canal. In recent years, the "Biwako Sosui Boat" sightseeing vessel has been in operation, allowing visitors to enjoy a historical cruise while leisurely descending the waterway, thinking of the passion of past engineers. It is a unique tourist heritage merging civil engineering technology and art, where you can taste the beauty of modern Japanese architecture and the charm of Otsu, the city of water, all at once.