Lake Tōya facts for kids
Lake Tōya (洞爺湖, Tōya-ko) is a beautiful lake located in Japan. You can find it on the northern island of Hokkaidō. This lake is part of the amazing Shikotsu-Toya National Park. It is famous for its clear waters and the volcanoes around it.
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Exploring Lake Tōya's History
Lake Tōya has an interesting history. It was chosen for a very important meeting in 2008.
The 2008 G8 Summit at Lake Tōya
In 2008, the G8 Summit was held at Lake Tōya. The G8 Summit was a meeting where leaders from eight of the world's biggest economies came together. They discussed important global issues. Holding this big event at Lake Tōya showed how special and beautiful the area is.
Geography of Lake Tōya
Lake Tōya is a very large lake in Japan. It has unique features because it was formed by volcanoes.
Size and Location of Lake Tōya
Lake Tōya is the ninth largest lake in all of Japan. Its large size makes it a major landmark on Hokkaidō. The lake is also known for not freezing, even in winter. This is because of the hot springs and volcanic activity nearby.
Volcanic Surroundings of Lake Tōya
Lake Tōya is actually a caldera lake. This means it formed in the crater of an ancient volcano. There are still active volcanoes around it, like Mount Usu. These volcanoes add to the stunning scenery of the area.
Images for kids
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Tōya Caldera
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Lake Tōya, Tōya town and volcano Usu
See also
In Spanish: Lago Tōya para niños
