Ōtsu City
🗺️ Lake Biwa Fountainびわこ花噴水
Ōtsu City
About Lake Biwa Fountain
The large fountain that brings a refreshing coolness to Lake Biwa during the day and adds a dreamy color at night.
Details
Otsu Port is a bustling tourist hub on Lake Biwa, equipped with large sightseeing boats and small vessels departing from its piers and transfer stations. The "Lake Biwa Fountain" is built on a breakwater 180 meters offshore, offering free scenic views.
There are a total of 66 fountains arranged along the breakwater. Measuring approximately 440 meters in length, it is considered the largest in the world. The water can shoot up to a height of 40 meters, equivalent to a 10-story building, leaving spectators in awe. The water flow and angle are controlled by a computer, allowing for a variety of stunning displays.
During the day, the fountains provide a refreshing ambiance against the backdrop of Lake Biwa and the distant mountains. The best time for photography is when the large sightseeing boats are departing or returning to port, a moment not to be missed. At night, the fountains are illuminated with transparent, green, and orange lights, creating a firework-like effect. It is a popular dating spot, with its dreamlike beauty being a major highlight. The fountain schedule varies by season, so it is recommended to check the official Shiga Prefecture website before visiting.
Highlights
The large fountain located on the outer breakwater of Otsu Port on Lake Biwa. It stands about 40 meters tall and is approximately 440 meters long, making it the largest in the world. At night, it is illuminated with three different colors of lights. For inquiries related to the event, please contact the designated manager of Otsu Port (Biwa Lake Steamship Co., Ltd.).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a foreign language introduction signboard or manual? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)
No.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the facility?
The adjacent passenger terminal offers free Wi-Fi.
Are there coin-operated lockers?
There are coin-operated lockers in the adjacent passenger terminal building.
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Essential Information
Address
5 Hamadōsu, Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture
Phone
077-521-6016 (Otsu Port Designated Administrator Biwako Kisen)
Getting There
About a 5-minute walk from the "Biwa Lake Hama Otsu" station on the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line and Keitsu Line.
Hours / Holidays
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday (if it coincides with a national holiday, it will be changed to the following day off) *Launch will be suspended in case of bad weather or insufficient power supply.
Website
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