Enjoy 10,000 fireworks launched into the air over Lake Biwa, a stunning display of light that plays out in harmony with jets of fountain water.

The large, vermilion‐lacquered Torii gate in the middle of Lake Biwa is like the symbol of Shirahige-jinja Shrine, and has been a draw for visitors for many years.

Our “Snow Appreciation Ships” set sail on Lake Biwa during the winter months.

Enjoy the awe-inspiring sight of 12,000 early blossoming “Kanzaki Nabana” rape flowers, contrasting spectacularly with the lingering snows on Mt.

Cosmos flower bloom profusely in fallow fields close to the Roadside Station “Higashi Omi City Aito Marguerite Station.

As spring blooms once again it is joined by the 1,200 cherry trees in the vicinity of Hikone Castle, marking the most beautiful time of year to visit the castle and its grounds.

Summer sees 20,000 and fall another 10,000 sunflowers blossom beautifully.

See the brilliant blooming colors of 16,000 tulips.

The largest daffodil hill in the Kansai region, boasting an awe-inspiring explosion of 300,000 bulbs.

Biwako Terrace offers a sophisticated resort for adults and delivers soaring views looking out over the lake.

Japan Location Photo offers a wedding photography service in stunning Hikone locations representative of the beauty of Japan, including the National Treasure that is Hikone-jo Castle and the majestic Lake Biwa.

10,000 hydrangeas flower on the banks of Lake Yogo, creating an enchanting sight.

From July through August sees a veritable carpet of over 10,000 sunflowers in bloom.

See the town along the banks of the lake illuminated by 6,000 fireworks.

The Manto-sai, a Buddhist festival involving lanterns, is held on the three days from August 3 to August 5 each year at Taga Taisha Shrine.

More than 10,000 fireworks, focused in the always impressive star mines, beautifully illuminate both the summer sky and the stunning Lake Biwa.