Guide to Eastern Shiga
Overview of Eastern Shiga
Eastern Shiga is home to Hikone, Higashi-omi, and Omi-Hachiman, where castles and traditional culture thrive.
Hikone City is a castle town that retains its historic charm, allowing visitors to experience local traditions through its streetscape and cultural sites.
Higashi-omi offers a mix of historic temples, traditional industries, and beautiful rural landscapes, providing a glimpse into authentic Shiga life.
Omi-Hachiman is famous for its historic canals, merchant houses, and traditional crafts, a town known for its cultural heritage and timeless atmosphere.
Trip Ideas in Eastern Shiga
Revisit Shiga’s Past and Taste Seasonal Fruit in Yasu
Experience Traditional Crafts and the Hikone-jo Castle National Treasure
National Treasure Hikone Castle and Sacred Places
Visit the Azuchi Castle Ruins and Historic Hachiman Canal
Reveal the Roots of Japan’s Spiritual & Cultural Heritage
Tobidashi Boy – Making Japanese Roads Safer for Children
Let’s make your own OMAMORI “Lucky charm” in Higashi-omi city
9. Kyokujitsu “Kirara” / Fujii Honke Sake Brewery
Cycling trip in Shiga, Japan
Takeshima Cruise (Omi Marine)
Linking Hikone Port with Takeshima in just 20 minutes, a simple and easy way to visit one of Hikone’s greatest sightseeing spots.
Fujii Honke
Founded in 1831, Fujii Honke uses water from the Echigawa River and locally produced rice to brew their sake.
Inoue Butsudan Ten
A butsudan is a cabinet used to store Buddhism related items in Japanese homes.
Japan Location Photo
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.
Hachiman Moat Tour
The Hachiman Moat Tour allows you to take to the stunning Hachiman Moats in a Japanese-style boat.
Hotel Sunroute Hikone
A hotel located just one minute on foot from Hikone Station, making it extremely conveniently located for visiting such National Treasures as the Hikone-jo Castle or Taga Taisha Shrine.
Kyukamura Omi-Hachiman
Kyukamura is located amid the rich natural environment of the Biwako Quasi-National Park, and features beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring and popular lake swimming and camping spots in the summer.
Comfort Inn Omi Hachiman
This hotel is located conveniently close to Omi-Hachiman Station and offers a free breakfast to all guests.
Hotel New Omi
Just one minute on foot from JR Omi-Hachiman Station, this hotel is conveniently located for both business and sightseeing.
Guesthouse En
Guesthouse En is located in a small settlement a little distance from the center of Omihachiman, allowing you to enjoy lodging in a real Japanese countryside.
Hikone Castle Resort & Spa
Provides a full range of souvenirs from Shiga, including confections, traditional art and local sake!
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