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Lake Biwa, Japan

Shiga · Japan

Lake Biwa

Freshwater

Japan's largest and oldest lake is also its premier trophy-bass fishery, producing some of the biggest largemouth on earth. Clear water and heavy pressure make finesse presentations the go-to, especially through the pre-spawn.

Water
Freshwater
Best time
Pre-spawn Mar–May; strong autumn bite Sep–Nov

Target species

  • Largemouth bass
  • Smallmouth bass
  • Biwa trout

Recommended techniques

  • Finesse (drop-shot, Neko rig)
  • Swimbaits
  • Crankbaits

Best time of year: Pre-spawn Mar–May; strong autumn bite Sep–Nov

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