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Kawachi no Kaza-ana

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Explore Japan's fourth-longest limestone cave, a natural wonder formed 600,000 years ago.

Kawachi no Kaza-ana
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What it is

  • A limestone cave in Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
  • Formed approximately 600,000 years ago.
  • Japan's fourth-longest cave, over 10,020 meters long.
  • Longest and largest limestone cave in the Kansai region.

What to see

  • Underground passages beneath Mt. Nabeshiri's northeast ridge.
  • Designated a Shiga Prefecture Natural Monument.
  • Part of the Biwako Quasi-National Park.
  • Interior maintains 93%-95% humidity year-round.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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