Your Trip to Shiga

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Explore the Core Values of Japan Through the Life and Legacy of the “Omi Merchants”

3-Day Trip
Northern SHIGA Eastern SHIGA
#History & Culture / #Stay / #Food & Drink

Unwind with Nature on a Freshwater Adventure Around Lake Biwa

3-Day Trip
Western SHIGA Northern SHIGA Southern SHIGA
#Nature & Parks / #Tour & Activities / #Onsen / #Stay / #Food & Drink

Discover the Legacy of Craft & Modern Creativity in Shiga

3-Day Trip
Western SHIGA Southern SHIGA
#History & Culture / #Tour & Activities / #Stay / #Food & Drink

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Kutsuki Mountain Stream Fish Center

The Kutsuki Mountain Stream Fish Center is a mountain stream fishing center that also includes a barbeque house and restaurant serving local dishes.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Lakes & Rivers
#Fishing

Hokkoku Kaido Road Kinomotojuku

Kinomotojuku has flourished for being located in front of Jizoin Temple.

History & Culture
Northern SHIGA
Cityscapes

Otsu Station Tourist Information

Western SHIGA

Nionohama Sightseeing Port

Western SHIGA

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Momijiya

The “noppei udon” noodles with ginger served by Momijiya are a famous dish from Nagahama with a flavor that dates back 100 years.

Food & Drink
Northern SHIGA
Japanese Cuisine

Shiga Prefectural Kibogaoka Culture Park

Shiga Prefectural Kibogaoka Culture Park covers approximately 416 hectares and is divided into three zones; the culture zone, outdoor activities zone, and sports zone.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Eastern SHIGA
Botanical Gardens & Parks
#Camping / #Golf

Nango Onsen Futaba

A hotel boasting wonderful views of the pure flow of the Setagawa River and truly delicious fresh-fish dishes.

Onsen Stay
Western SHIGA
Ryokan
#Car Parking

Ishiyamadera Port

Western SHIGA

Stay

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Osasahara-jinja Shrine

The main shrine is a national treasure, and was constructed in the Muromachi period (1336 to 1573).

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure

Yokaichi Royal Hotel

This Higashiomi hotel aims to provide a relaxed, at-home atmosphere along with a warm and complete welcome and close attention to detail, bringing a smile to the face of every guest who stays here.

Stay
Eastern SHIGA
Resort Hotels
#Car Parking

Hino Machikado Kanno (former Genzo Shuno Drugstore)

Indicated by a large sign outside, the interior of the former Genzo Shuno Drugstore displays materials relating to the pharmaceutical industry in Hino-cho and a Hino Town Tourist Association office, providing information to tourists visiting the town.

History & Culture Food & Drink
Eastern SHIGA
Art Gallery & Halls

Jorakuji Temple

Jorakuji Temple is one the three mountains of Konan that are famous for their leaves in fall.

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure

Discover Shiga through “—”

Based on your interest in “[—]”, here are spots where you can experience the unique charms of Shiga.

Kusatsu Sanyare Dance(Yakura / Shimogasa / Kataoka / Natsuka / Shina / Yoshida / Shinanaka)

An extension of the Furyu Dance that was popular in the Kinki region during the Muromachi Period, this dance is now mainly performed along the banks of Lake Biwa in Kusatsu City.

Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Culture Workshops
#Japan Heritage Site / #Events

Omi-Hino Rural Life Experiences

Proactively accepts educational tours, study tours and other groups of visitors.

Tour & Activities Stay Food & Drink
Eastern SHIGA
Culture Workshops
#Sustainable

Meet to Hear the Sound of Insects in Genkyu-en

In the illuminated Genkyu-en, listen to the sound of insects and enjoy the gentle passage of time in a manner impossible in any city.

History & Culture Tour & Activities
Eastern SHIGA
Historic Sites & Gardens
#National Treasure / #Events

Biwako Ryokusuitei

The concept behind Biwako Ryokusuitei was to make use of the blessings of nature in its design, and they now place their emphasis on making sure that you enjoy each and every relaxing moment while staying there.

Onsen Stay
Western SHIGA
Ryokan
#Car Parking

Travel Stories

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MORIYAMA – CIDADE DOS CAFÉS (2)

Travel Tips
Southern SHIGA
#Food & Drink

Otsu trip part2

Travel Diaries
Western SHIGA
#History & Culture / #Tour & Activities

Biwako Valley, Kaizu’s Cherry Blossoms

Travel Diaries
Western SHIGA
#Tour & Activities / #Food & Drink

En route vers la Tokaido! Partie 2 : Kusatsu

Travel Tips
Southern SHIGA
#History & Culture / #Tour & Activities

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