Which is the largest lake in Japan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Lake Biwa, in Shiga Prefecture
- Step 1: The largest lake lies near Kyoto. Step 2. Lake Biwa covers about 670 square kilometres. Answer: Lake Biwa, in Shiga Prefecture. Why not the others: Kasumigaura is second, and Saroma and Hamana are brackish lagoons.
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