Lake Tanuki at Dawn


Early morning sun rising behind Mt. Fuji that is obscured by a small tree on the shore of a tree-line lake located west of Mt. Fuji.

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Reflecting on Resilience: The Story of Lake Tanuki

Location: Lake Tanuki, Shizuoka, Japan

Timestamp: 07:07・2024/02/28

Perched at an elevation of approximately 650 meters (approx. 2,133 feet), Lake Tanuki, or Tanuki-ko, stands as a lovely man-made reservoir in the scenic Shizuoka Prefecture of Japan.

Positioned a mere 11 kilometers westward from the foothills of the majestic Mt. Fuji, this quaint lake holds not only a tranquil beauty but also an interesting history.

Originally, the site was nothing more than a marshy expanse, a natural wetland gracing the landscape. However, when the region experienced a significant reduction in water flow from the Shiba River as a consequence of the devastating 1923 Great Kanto Earthquake, work was initiated in 1935 to divert water from Shiba River to transform the swampland into an agricultural reservoir to address the ensuing water scarcity affecting local farms.

As you stand by the shores of Lake Tanuki, the tranquil waters now reflect not only the surrounding natural beauty but also the triumph over adversity, echoing the resilience of the communities that undertook this transformative endeavor.

During the early morning hours, Lake Tanuki undergoes a metamorphosis. Enveloped in a gentle mist rising from its surface, the lake becomes a canvas of light and shadow during the dawn hours.

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Daisei Iketani

Discover Japan’s hidden gems within a day’s drive from Tokyo. From city nightscapes to serene shrines, I capture their beauty and stories—often with my loyal border collie by my side. Explore Japan beyond the guidebooks!

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