Guide to Southern Shiga
Overview of Southern Shiga
Southern Shiga is home to Kusatsu, Koka, and Shigaraki, a region where history and traditional crafts thrive.
Kusatsu retains the charm of a historic post town on the old Tokaido Road, offering a glimpse into the travel culture of centuries past.
Koka is known for its ninja history and has a unique charm, where historic sites and nature come together in harmony.
Shigaraki is one of Japan’s most famous pottery towns. Visitors can tour active kilns, browse workshops, and stroll through charming streets to experience the local craftsmanship firsthand.
Trip Ideas in Southern Shiga
Experience History, Nature, and Shopping in Kusatsu
See a Shrine Visited by Fans From Around the World
Experience the Healing Nature of the Konan Sanzan Temple National Treasures
Craft Shigaraki Pottery and Explore The Way of the Ninja
Experience World Class Art and Master Shigaraki Pottery
Revisit Shiga’s Past and Taste Seasonal Fruit in Yasu
Cycling trip in Shiga, Japan
A Mindful Fragrance Journey at a Quiet Temple
The Samurai Spirits of Shiga
Biwaichi Trip (Cycling around Lake Biwa) – Day 1
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
The hotel also features a planetarium with digital surround technology.
Strawberry Factory
Strawberry Factory, located in Kusatsu, Shiga, offers not only strawberry picking but also a café and fields for rent.
Katsube Fire Festival
The Fire Festival, with a history of nearly 800 years, is a dramatic winter ritual held in Moriyama City, Shiga Prefecture.
Yanmar Marina
Yanmar Marina is one of the few marinas found on the eastern bank of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.
Trail Adventure Ritto
Trail Adventure is a mountain bike activity facility that has something for everyone, from children to adults, beginners to experts alike.
Shigaraki Touen Tanuki Village
Here you can take photos with the giant Shigaraki tanuki, dine at our restaurant, make pottery, enjoy confectionery, purchase Shigaraki-yaki pottery, and observe a climbing kiln.
Yumesakikan
Rent an entire house in our expansive 1300 square meter facilities, allowing you to enjoy your stay in a completely private space.
Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Lake Biwa
The JR Kusatsu Station is located approximately 20 minutes from Kyoto Station on the JR Biwako Line, and this hotel is located immediately outside the station’s west exit, making it perfectly suited for business or pleasure.
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
The hotel also features a planetarium with digital surround technology.
Koka City Rural Life Experiences
Koka City offers a “Rural Life Experiences in the Ninja’s Hometown, Koka”(home stay program), to experience real rural life for junior and senior high school excursions.
Shiono Onsen
Shiono Onsen, founded in 1898, is a restaurant and hotel with a hot spring.
Minakuchi Century Hotel
A city hotel located in an urban center but with a calm and relaxed atmosphere.
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