The principle object of worship here is a Buddhist image, normally withheld from public view, of Hobashira Kannon.

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.

This is the house of the Suwa family, which in early modern times was the the ojoya (“village headman”).

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

Are you looking for a unique and high-quality handbag? Kobo IMURA creates tailor-made handbags featuring a beautiful spiral stich on the handles.

This temple has been responsible for the safety of travel on the waters of Lake Biwa since the Azuchi Momoyama period.

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

Have you ever heard of funazushi?

A guesthouse located in Omi Maiko-hama, just two minutes on foot from the beach.

The first “shopping street hotel” in Japan, created by renovating a number of townhouses located along both the shopping street in the center of Otsu City and the old Tokaido road.

Guesthouse Mio is a traditional Japanese townhouse that was renovated in 2018.

Nunobikiyaki pottery is known as the modern version of Ryokusaitoki pottery which was originally created during the Heian Period (794 AD – 1185).

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.

The “Evening bell at Mii-dera Temple” is famous for being one of the Three Bells of Japan, and also as one of The Eight Views of Omi.

Yanmar Marina is one of the few marinas found on the eastern bank of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.

A treasure of the past.