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Otsu-e Folk Art Workshop & Local Culture Walk Near Kyoto

Otsu-e Folk Art Workshop & Local Culture Walk Near Kyoto

5.0
(13)
3h
$107
per person
Lake Biwa Cultural Immersion —Temple Life, Ritual & Local Stories

Lake Biwa Cultural Immersion —Temple Life, Ritual & Local Stories

5.0
(2)
7h
$184
per person
Otsu: Miidera Temple with the Spirit of Mount Hiei

Otsu: Miidera Temple with the Spirit of Mount Hiei

5.0
(1)
1h
$74
per person
Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

5.0
(1)
3h
$209
per person
Bass fishing experience on Lake Biwa for 1 Person

Bass fishing experience on Lake Biwa for 1 Person

5.0
(1)
8h
$656
per person
Japan's Rural Life & Nature: Private Half Day Cycling Near Kyoto

Japan's Rural Life & Nature: Private Half Day Cycling Near Kyoto

4.9
(13)
3h
$111
per person
Private Japanese Home Cooking Class in Kyoto with Michiyo

Private Japanese Home Cooking Class in Kyoto with Michiyo

4.9
(56)
3h
$86
per person
Experience bass fishing on the legendary Lake Biwa for 2 people

Experience bass fishing on the legendary Lake Biwa for 2 people

3.7
(3)
8h
$723
per person
Warriors and Blacksmiths Tracing Samurai Legends around Lake Biwa

Warriors and Blacksmiths Tracing Samurai Legends around Lake Biwa

8h
$305
per person
Shiga: Future World Heritage Site Hikone Castle Guided Tour

Shiga: Future World Heritage Site Hikone Castle Guided Tour

2h
$102
per person
Relaxed 4-hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 2 People

Relaxed 4-hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 2 People

4h
$662
per person
Private Ring Craft Experience in Nagahama

Private Ring Craft Experience in Nagahama

1h
$22
per person
A Day in Rural Japan Farm Life in a Satoyama Mountain Village

A Day in Rural Japan Farm Life in a Satoyama Mountain Village

4h
$261
per person
Shiga Nagahama Guided Bar Hopping Tour with Food and Drinks

Shiga Nagahama Guided Bar Hopping Tour with Food and Drinks

2h
$141
per person
Relaxed 4 hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 3 people

Relaxed 4 hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 3 people

4h
$750
per person
Cycling in Historic Nakasendo Towns of Water and Heritage

Cycling in Historic Nakasendo Towns of Water and Heritage

5h
$218
per person
 Nagahama Local Experience with Private Bike and Train

Nagahama Local Experience with Private Bike and Train

5h
$218
per person
Kyoto: Discover Mount Hiei’s Three Sacred Precincts

Kyoto: Discover Mount Hiei’s Three Sacred Precincts

5h
$254
per person
Relaxed 4-hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 1 person

Relaxed 4-hour bass fishing experience at Lake Biwa for 1 person

4h
$616
per person
Shiga: Discover Otsu’s History, Culture, and Faith on Foot

Shiga: Discover Otsu’s History, Culture, and Faith on Foot

3h
$124
per person
Shiga: Nagahama Castle, Gateway to Japan’s Great Unifier

Shiga: Nagahama Castle, Gateway to Japan’s Great Unifier

1h
$75
per person
Lake Biwa Casual E Bike Rental

Lake Biwa Casual E Bike Rental

1d
$27
per person
Artist Pottery and Cooking Class in the Old Streets of Mt. Hiei

Artist Pottery and Cooking Class in the Old Streets of Mt. Hiei

3h
$254
per person
Beyond Kyoto Omihachiman Medieval Canals and Merchant History

Beyond Kyoto Omihachiman Medieval Canals and Merchant History

8h
$107
per person
Nagahama Private Walking Tour

Nagahama Private Walking Tour

1h
$67
per person
Otsu: Ishiyama-dera Sacred Stone Temple by Lake Biwa

Otsu: Ishiyama-dera Sacred Stone Temple by Lake Biwa

1h
$85
per person
Private Teppanyaki Experience in Hikone

Private Teppanyaki Experience in Hikone

2h
$184
per person
Shiga: Discover the Living Tradition of Shigaraki Pottery

Shiga: Discover the Living Tradition of Shigaraki Pottery

2h
$59
per person
Shiga: Explore the Secret World of Koka Ninja

Shiga: Explore the Secret World of Koka Ninja

2h
$84
per person
Nagahama Castle Town Half Day Walking Tour

Nagahama Castle Town Half Day Walking Tour

3h
$59
per person
Shiga: Discover Otsu-e, Japan’s Hidden Edo Pop Art Tradition

Shiga: Discover Otsu-e, Japan’s Hidden Edo Pop Art Tradition

1h
$75
per person
Private Tour to Kyu Chikurinin Garden by Car

Private Tour to Kyu Chikurinin Garden by Car

8h
$506
per person
Shiga: Sakamoto Walking Tour of Stone Walls Faith and History

Shiga: Sakamoto Walking Tour of Stone Walls Faith and History

3h
$141
per person
Shiga: Omi-Hachiman Heritage Tour with Optional Omi Beef

Shiga: Omi-Hachiman Heritage Tour with Optional Omi Beef

3h
$171
per person
Takashima Omizo Castle Walking Tour Shared

Takashima Omizo Castle Walking Tour Shared

3h
$30
per person
Kyoto: Enryakuji Highlights – 2-Hour Sacred Express Tour

Kyoto: Enryakuji Highlights – 2-Hour Sacred Express Tour

2h
$149
per person
Local Food Exploring Funasushi Origin of Sushi Pared with Sake

Local Food Exploring Funasushi Origin of Sushi Pared with Sake

45m
$33
per person
Experience bass fishing on the legendary Lake Biwa for 3 people

Experience bass fishing on the legendary Lake Biwa for 3 people

8h
$857
per person
Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

3h
$131
per person
Shiga: Guided Tour of Oda Nobunaga’s Azuchi Castle Legacy”

Shiga: Guided Tour of Oda Nobunaga’s Azuchi Castle Legacy”

4h
$116
per person
Shiga: Explore Hikone Castle and Savor Premium Omi Beef

Shiga: Explore Hikone Castle and Savor Premium Omi Beef

3h
$231
per person
Lake Biwa: Mystical Chikubu Island Boat Tour from Many Ports

Lake Biwa: Mystical Chikubu Island Boat Tour from Many Ports

3h
$218
per person
Shiga : Otsu Bar Hopping with Local Food in Your Chosen Area

Shiga : Otsu Bar Hopping with Local Food in Your Chosen Area

2h
$91
per person
Shiga: Hikone Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Food and Drinks

Shiga: Hikone Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Food and Drinks

2h
$141
per person
Shiga Omihachiman Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Flavors

Shiga Omihachiman Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Flavors

2h
$141
per person
Shiga: Kusatsu & Minami-Kusatsu Bar Hopping with Local Guide

Shiga: Kusatsu & Minami-Kusatsu Bar Hopping with Local Guide

2h
$141
per person

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Shiga Prefecture , Japan

Shiga Prefecture is known as the 'Land of Lakes' due to its famous Lake Biwa, the largest freshwater lake in Japan. This scenic region offers a blend of natural beauty, historical sites, and traditional culture, making it a perfect destination for travelers seeking a mix of relaxation and exploration.

Quick Facts

Nickname

Land of Lakes

Population

1,358,000

Climate

Humid subtropical - Shiga Prefecture experiences four distinct seasons with hot, humid summers and cold winters. The area around Lake Biwa has a moderating effect, leading to milder temperatures compared to inland regions.

Best Time to Visit

Peak Season

Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November)

Spring offers beautiful cherry blossoms and mild weather, while autumn provides stunning fall foliage and comfortable temperatures. These are the most popular times to visit.

Shoulder Season

June to August and December to February

Summer can be hot and humid, but it's also the time for festivals and water activities. Winter is colder but offers fewer tourists and unique experiences like visiting hot springs.