Yasu

Yasu is a city in Shiga Prefecture situated on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa, with Mount Mikami dominating the landscape. The city spreads across varied terrain shaped by its proximity to Japan's largest freshwater lake.

The city gained its status on October 1, 2004, following the merger of several surrounding towns and districts. This consolidation created the present-day administrative boundaries of the community.

Mount Mikami is known locally as Omi Fuji and has long captured the imagination of poets and writers. The Mikami Shrine at its base remains a place where visitors can sense the spiritual importance the mountain holds for people here.

The city offers a range of public services and schools that serve local residents throughout the area. Getting around is straightforward thanks to the road network and local transportation options available.

A specialized manufacturing facility produces electronic components and testing systems for digital cameras. This factory represents an important part of Japan's technology sector and reveals the industrial side of the community.

Location: Shiga Prefecture

Inception: October 1, 2004

Shares border with: Moriyama, Ritto, Konan, Omihachiman, Ryuo

Website: https://city.yasu.lg.jp

GPS coordinates: 35.06747,136.02583

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:49