The restaurant Kankankan is the place to enjoy a variety of beef dishes. We primarily serve Omi Beef, one of the three greats of Japanese wagyu beef. We are a new restaurant that only opened recently, in 2023. Our name comes from a pamphlet associated with our family, upon which the name of “Omi Beef” was stamped for the first in recorded Japanese history.
Sukiyaki is a traditional Japanese way of eating beef, cooked in a base of soy sauce and sugar. It is our specialty and has proven to be an extremely popular dish for us since we opened our doors. Our signature dish is called Ishiyaki; an unforgettable culinary experience in which diners grill their own thickly sliced morsels of steak on custom-made slabs of hot stone.
We are located a short 5-minute taxi ride from the south exit of Omihachiman Station. Come and experience cuisine truly representative of the best Japan has to offer.

The Hachiman-bori Canal was a mainstay in regional economics and transportation until the start of the Showa period (1926 – 1989). White-walled storehouses and old houses stand along the canal, clearly imparting the atmosphere of the area at its peak. In recent years it has become a famous spot for sightseeing, with such features as the harbor being renovated. It is also a spot often used for filming TV shows and movies, and was recently featured in the live action adaptation of the popular anime “Rurouni Kenshin.”
You can also take a pleasure cruise down the Hachiman-bori Canal, enjoying the seasonal scenery that includes cherry trees and iris flowers planted along its banks.

●Route: Round trip along the route Hachiman-bori Pier → Himure Hachimangu Shrine → Shinmachihama → Red Brick Factory Ruins

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Hatago Morisada is a boutique inn in Hino, known for its historic merchant houses. It offers two unique accommodations: Bettei Chidori and Rokka , each inspired by the town’s merchant heritage. With only one group per night, the inn provides an intimate, luxurious retreat, allowing guests to experience the timeless beauty of wabi sabi . This serene escape combines the charm of the past with modern comforts, making it the perfect getaway.

Visit the Hino Merchant Museum, enjoy a kimono fitting, and take a rickshaw ride

Soba Making Experience and Meal (1 hour)
Experience making this classic Japanese dish entirely from scratch, from mixing the soba flour to making the noodles. After the experience, enjoy the soba you made in a charming Japanese style dining area.

The Omi-Jofu Traditional Crafts Center operates as a base for providing information on the traditional Shiga industries of hemp and Omi-Jofu cloth. Offering a variety of craft experiences, including weaving, the center seeks to foster people who will undertake these crafts in the future. Hemp products can also be purchased at the on-site shop.

Introduction to Omi Merchants & Cultural Experience (Exclusive for Overnight Guests)
Guests will learn the philosophy of Omi merchants, including the " Sanpo Yoshi" principle, through an insightful lecture within the estate. Following this, engage in a hands on cultural experience, with options such as calligraphy, pottery, and flower arrangement, available by advance request.

Cultural experiences (calligraphy, flower arrangement, etc.) at NIPPONIA Gokasho

Founded in 1831, Fujii Honke uses water from the Echigawa River and locally produced rice to brew their sake. They offers delicious seasonal sake and brewery events. You can also take a tour of the brewery, enjoying the traditional atmosphere while deepening your understanding of brewing and Japanese sake. (Participation in the tour is free but a prior reservation is required).
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