Oki-no-Shiraishi

What it is

• A natural rock formation located within the Biwako Quasi-National Park.
• A cluster consisting of one large main rock and three smaller rocks.
• A navigational landmark for ships traveling across Lake Biwa.
• The habitat for a specific near-threatened species of local snail.

What to see

• The main rock which stands approximately 20 meters above the water surface.
• Rocks that appear white due to sunlight and bird droppings.
• A formation that changes its appearance and rock count based on the viewing angle.
• The surrounding deep water reaching depths of approximately 80 meters.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.