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The Lake Biwa and Yodo River Basin contains Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, which is located in the most upstream area of the Shiga Prefecture. The lake supplies a major part of the water used in the basin and also stabilizes the water flow of the Yodo River. It is also significant in that the water of the Yodo River is used repeatedly as it flows from Lake Biwa to Osaka Bay. Historically, the basin has been home to national capitals and possesses abundant history and cultural assets related to water. However, the basin also has experienced a long history of conflict related to flood and drought between upstream and downstream areas. Although the Lake Biwa Comprehensive Development Plan (1972) and Mother Lake 21 Plan (2000) worked well in solving the conflicts and basin issues, several remaining problems are still identified. The ‘Renaissance of Lake Biwa and Yodo River Basin Area Project’ (2005) urges establishment of an integrated basin management system, and the Shiga Prefecture is involved in continuing discussion with related organizations. Several viewpoints are highlighted, including: (i) Conservation and enhancement of a harmonious relationship between humans and water; (ii) Cooperation of upstream and downstream areas, and integration of measures of basin management and (iii) A sustainable system for basin management.
The Lake Biwa and Yodo River Basin contains Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, which is located in the most upstream area of the Shiga Prefecture. The lake supplies a major part of the water used in the basin and also stabilizes the water flow of the Yodo River. It is also significant in that the water of the Yodo River is used repeatedly as it flows from Lake Biwa to Osaka Bay. Historically, the basin has been home to national capitals and possesses abundant history and cultural assets related to water. However, the basin also has experienced a long history of conflict related to flood and drought between upstream and downstream areas. Although the Lake Biwa Comprehensive Development Plan (1972) and Mother Lake 21 Plan (2000) worked well in solving the conflicts and basin issues, several remaining problems are still identified. The ‘Renaissance of Lake Biwa and Yodo River Basin Area Project’ (2005) urges establishment of an integrated basin management system, and the Shiga Prefecture is involved in continuing discussion with related organizations. Several viewpoints are highlighted, including: (i) Conservation and enhancement of a harmonious relationship between humans and water; (ii) Cooperation of upstream and downstream areas, and integration of measures of basin management and (iii) A sustainable system for basin management.
Integrated basin management in the Lake Biwa and Yodo River Basin
Bamba, Y. (author)
Lakes & Reservoirs: Research & Management ; 16 ; 149-152
2011-06-01
4 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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