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Otsu Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August, 2026
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Omi Beef Specialty Restaurant Matsukiya Main Store
3.6/55 Reviews
Japanese cuisine
Avg. IDR2,329,166/person
Riho Chinese Restaurant
4.2/55 Reviews
Otsu Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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![[Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture] The paradise-themed illumination is back and better than ever this year (decorated with wind chimes...](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi6e224x9a6cdd7uB0B6_W_320_0_R5.jpg?proc=source/trip)
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[Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture] The paradise-themed illumination is back and better than ever this year (decorated with wind chimes...
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Clear Blue Waves, Gentle Breeze, and Serene Lakeside Dreams at Japan's Largest Lake
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びわ湖バレイ
Do you know this place?! Shiga Prefecture's number one tourist spot: Biwako Valley
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Shiga｜An INFP's Autumn Walk at Miidera Temple
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![[Shiga/Luxurious hot spring inn] The only special room with an open-air bath!! ✨️](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi5n224x8xmfcsb9CF08_W_320_0_R5.jpg?proc=source/trip)
滋賀
[Shiga/Luxurious hot spring inn] The only special room with an open-air bath!! ✨️
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花火祭り
I'll tell you what no one else will tell you! Complete guide to the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival ※Things to be aware of at Yumemigaoka Observatory🎇
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![[Shiga] Elegant Autumn Foliage at the Sacred Site of The Tale of Genji! Exploring Ishiyama-dera Temple in Omi.](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi3h224x9a5oiofl1C83_W_320_0_R5.jpg?proc=source/trip)
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[Shiga] Elegant Autumn Foliage at the Sacred Site of The Tale of Genji! Exploring Ishiyama-dera Temple in Omi.
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TLDR | Biwako Onsen Ryokan | Biwako Ryokusui-tei ♨️
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Amaharashi Coast (Noto Peninsula Quasi-National Park)
4.5/527 Reviews
Natural sceneryBeaches and shores
Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Kudari)
4.7/5373 Reviews
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Tennen Onsen Naniwanoyu
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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
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Nakishirahama Onsen
4.8/519 Reviews
Atami Onsen Town
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Okuhida Onsengo
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Popular Types of Attractions in Otsu
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cable car | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Exhibitions & events | Concerts | Performances | Exhibitions | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Cycling | Hiking | Parks | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Otsu
Tōshōji | Kobunairi Lighthouse | Myotoku-in Temple | Otsu Municipal Ichiriyama Green Park Fureai Center | Sempuku-ji Temple | Jodo-ji Temple | Shozenji | Biwako Flower Fountain | Ogoto Onsen | Chikatsuo Shrine | Enkyoin | Jogo-ji Temple | Gempuku-ji Temple | Junshoji | Tagami Mineral Museum | Nakamura Hachimangu | 萬拝堂 | Mynet Stadium Ojiyama | Yanagasakikohan Park | 出雲大社近江分祠 | Lake Biwa Canal | Chokyu-ji Temple | Eijun-ji | Ichidono Shrine | Outdoor Sports Club Ópal | Kaizo-ji Temple | Otomonokuronushi Shrine | Ono Shrine | Onjō-ji Museum | Zenju-ji Temple
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Popular Restaurants in Otsu
THE CALENDAR | Aunty Mee Burger | The Garden | Riho Chinese Restaurant | Miiderachikaramochi Honke | Bbq Hoshi | Lake view Dining Biona | Raju, Katata | Cafe Bar Cervino | Ristorante Lago | La Pietra | Teppanyaki Oomi | Nagisa Warms | KURA SUSHI Katata Branch | Kaneyo | Tsuruki-soba | French Belle Recamier Royal Oak Hotel Spa & Gardens | Kanekichi | Katsukura Otsu | Cafe De L'abbye | CARMEL BEACH CLUB | Shimizu Japanese Restaurant | Italian Dining Bel Lago | Nagisa An | Kappa Sushi | Hiyoshi Soba | Shinpuku Saikan - Otsukyo | Wa Kitsuno | Mochihyo | Beaux Sejours French Restaurant
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Popular Trip Moments
[Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture] The paradise-themed illumination is back and better than ever this year (decorated with wind chimes... | [Shiga] Elegant Autumn Foliage at the Sacred Site of The Tale of Genji! Exploring Ishiyama-dera Temple in Omi. | TLDR | Biwako Onsen Ryokan | Biwako Ryokusui-tei ♨️ | Japan 2-day tour for about 3k per person, enjoy to the fullest | The Ultimate Guide to 2026 Japan Fireworks Festival Schedules. | 2026 Osaka & Kansai Fireworks Festivals Ultimate Guide. | minutes drive from Kyoto 🚄 Private bath in room ♨️ Lake Biwa Green Water Pavilion sincere review! The breathtakingly beautiful lake view is the soul 🌊🌅 | 2026 Japan Summer Fireworks Festival Complete Guide! All You Need in One Article | A Quick Guide to Japan's Top 10 Popular Fireworks Festivals. | A panoramic view of Lake Biwa | You must try Omi beef when traveling to Shiga Prefecture. | Afternoon sunlight filters through the leaves of the old banyan tree, scattering shards of golden light across the alleyway, where an old-school barber stand sits beneath, the barber's hand. | A historic temple associated with Murasaki Shikibu. | Strolling slowly along the rocky stream bank, the stones at my feet have been polished perfectly smooth by thousands of years of flowing water, their varying patterns looking as though they were hand-drawn by time itself. | Clear Blue Waves, Gentle Breeze, and Serene Lakeside Dreams at Japan's Largest Lake | 2026 Japan Fireworks Festival Awards: These 7 Shows Are Breathtaking! | This itinerary spans Minoh City in Osaka, Kyoto, and Otsu City in Shiga, moving from ancient temples and Japanese gardens to lakeside beauty, for total relaxation. | [Shiga Prefecture] A Spectacular View Floating on Lake Biwa! Ukimido Hall. | [Shiga Prefecture] Absolutely Delicious Omi Beef Hitsumabushi! | [Shiga Prefecture] It's No Wonder People Keep Coming Back! An Inn with Highly Satisfying Hot Springs and Food.. | Biwako Valley Ski Resort, Osaka. | [Shiga Prefecture] 5 Spots for a Relaxing Adult Getaway to Lake Biwa. | Chikurin-in (Kyoto Old Bamboo Grove Villa) — A Hidden Zen Reflection Garden | ⛩️ I Found Japan's Most Beautiful Day Trip Just Outside Osaka | Panoramic Views of Japan's Largest Lake - Biwako Terrace. | Lake Biwa - Ukimido (Mangetsuji Temple). | 【Shiga Travel Guide】A Pilgrimage to the Cycling Mecca & Stunning Lake Views! A One-Day Slow Travel Itinerary for Lake Biwa's "Moriyama to Katata Ukimido" | Shiga: "Lake Biwa and Cultural Exploration".
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