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Biwako Valley
No. 2 of Fall Viewing Attractions in Shiga Prefecture

Biwako Valley

5
4.8/5
Otsu · 22km from downtown
From €25.36
Lake Biwa
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Shiga Prefecture

Lake Biwa

5.9
4.5/5
Hikone · 46.4km from Otsu
Free attraction
Universal Studios Japan
2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do

Universal Studios Japan

10
4.7/5
Osaka · 54.9km from Otsu
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From €37.20
Biwako Valley Ropeway
No. 8 of Ski Resorts in Japan

Biwako Valley Ropeway

5.2
4.7/5
Otsu · 21.1km from downtown
Osaka Castle Park
2026 Global 50 - Spring Outings

Osaka Castle Park

8
4.8/5
Osaka · 47.5km from Otsu
Free attraction
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions

Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan

7.8
4.7/5
Osaka · 56.1km from Otsu
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From €15.77
Umeda Sky Building
2026 Global 100 - Night Attractions

Umeda Sky Building

7.5
4.7/5
Osaka · 48.1km from Otsu
Free attraction
Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory
2026 Global 100 - Night Attractions

Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory

7.4
4.8/5
Osaka · 51.7km from Otsu
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10% offFrom €11.15
Osaka Castle Museum
No. 6 of Best Things to Do in Kansai Region

Osaka Castle Museum

7.3
4.7/5
Osaka · 47.4km from Otsu
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5% offFrom €6.42
Tsutenkaku
2026 Global 100 - Night Attractions

Tsutenkaku

6.9
4.6/5
Osaka · 51.6km from Otsu
Immediate accessBook now for today
From €8.45

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Trip Moments in Otsu

minutes drive from Kyoto 🚄 Private bath in room ♨️ Lake Biwa Green Water Pavilion sincere review! The breathtakingly beautiful lake view is the soul 🌊🌅

minutes drive from Kyoto 🚄 Private bath in room ♨️ Lake Biwa Green Water Pavilion sincere review! The breathtakingly beautiful lake view is the soul 🌊🌅

“After staying at Mandarin Oriental, Taipei✨, I would like to highly recommend another Japanese hot spring inn that I have been to with my girlfriends, and the scenery is ceiling-level: Lake Biwa Green Water Pavilion🇯🇵!”@Winnie0224 · 3 months ago
Biwako Valley Ski Resort, Osaka.

Biwako Valley Ski Resort, Osaka.

“If you're heading to Osaka and want to see snow or are visiting during the snowy season with a free day, I highly recommend this place!”@Noeyy y · 4 months ago
Japan｜Lake Biwa Cable Car Diary 🎐

Japan｜Lake Biwa Cable Car Diary 🎐

“#PostACommentToWinJungliaTickets The weather forecast predicted cloudy and rainy afternoons, so I was a little disappointed.”@熱愛旅遊的Qi · 1 year ago
Omihachiman, a charming old canal town you'll fall in love with.

Omihachiman, a charming old canal town you'll fall in love with.

“Omihachiman is a small town in Shiga Prefecture that exudes traditional Japanese charm.”@ระหว่างบรรทัด · 1 month ago
Lake Biwa, Japan — A Timeless Landscape in Black & White 🖤🤍🇯🇵

Lake Biwa, Japan — A Timeless Landscape in Black & White 🖤🤍🇯🇵

“There is something profoundly poetic about Lake Biwa when color is stripped away.”@IMRANBOSS · 1 month ago
🇯🇵 Kyoto as Your Base: 7 Day Trips Without Switching Hotels

🇯🇵 Kyoto as Your Base: 7 Day Trips Without Switching Hotels

“Kyoto is more than just a destination; it's the perfect hub.”@Vitoriaa · 1 month ago
🇯🇵 How much does it cost to travel solo to Japan?

🇯🇵 How much does it cost to travel solo to Japan?

“Japan is considered a fairly expensive destination, so before my trip, I was curious about my budget.”@Thisiskatee · 4 days ago
Is It Worth Going to Amusement Parks in Japan?

Is It Worth Going to Amusement Parks in Japan?

“#worthitornot When planning a trip to Japan, many tourists face a dilemma: is it essential to include famous amusement parks in their itinerary?”@An_nan · 2 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is Otsu famous for?

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Otsu is known for its wealth of attractions and things to do. Here are a few highlights: Biwako Valley, Lake Biwa, and Universal Studios Japan.

What are the must-try activities in Otsu?

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Consider A one-day trip to Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, Shirasu Shrine, and Omihachiman., Shiga tour: Lake Biwa valley · Lake Biwa observation + Shirahige Shrine, Omihachiman 1-day tour, and [Guaranteed Departure] Biwako Valley Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (English Guide, 5 Various Options) in Otsu. Availability and itineraries change, so check the latest details before booking.