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Tallest dam in Japan with history
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The Kurobe Dam in Toyama Prefecture, Japan, is a massive 186-meter-high arch dam on the Kurobe River. It's the tallest dam in Japan and generates power for the region. Construction started in 1956 and finished in 1963, costing a whopping 51.3 billion yen. The dam has an impressive spillway and a reservoir that attracts visitors from late June to mid-October. Plus, it's been featured in movies and TV shows, making it a popular spot for both nature lovers and pop culture enthusiasts.

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