Things to do in Shiga Prefecture

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Shiga Prefecture travel guide

Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage

Ishiyamadera Temple which includes a garden and heritage elements

Kyu Chikurinin Garden which includes heritage elements and interior views

Mii-dera featuring railway items, a river or creek and a bridge

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What to do in Shiga Prefecture

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Biwako Valley Ski Resort

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Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan

Biwako Valley

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Hikone Castle

Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Enryakuji Temple

After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Shirahige Shrine

After visiting Shirahige Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.

Mitsui Outlet Park

You can do some window-shopping at Mitsui Outlet Park during your stay in Ryuo.

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Aeon Mall Kusatsu

During your visit to Kusatsu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Aeon Mall Kusatsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Ogoto Onsen

You can take time to visit Ogoto Onsen during your travels to Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Areas of Shiga Prefecture

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Minamikusatsu

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Minamikusatsu and surrounding area, you can visit Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Yabasekihan Island Park.

Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

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