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Lake Kawaguchi

lake, Japan
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Mount Fuji Lake Kawaguchi in the foreground of Mount Fuji, Chūbu region, central Honshu, Japan.

Lake Kawaguchi is one of the Fuji Five Lakes, a group of lakes located on the northern slopes of Mount Fuji in Japan. These lakes were formed by lava flows from volcanic activity. Lake Kawaguchi is the lowest of these lakes, situated at an elevation of 831 meters (2,726 feet). It is known for the reflection of Mount Fuji on its still waters. The Fuji Five Lakes are a popular tourist destination, offering scenic beauty and recreational activities.1

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