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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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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)
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[Shiga/Luxurious hot spring inn] The only special room with an open-air bath!! ✨️
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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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More Than Just a Hot Spring Ryokan! This is the Ultimate Vacation Destination Where You Can Choose Your Style?! 🏨✨
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Lake Views & Hinoki Open-Air Baths! Experience Ultimate Relaxation Where Time Stands Still at Shiga’s Lake Biwa!
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⛩️ Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple | Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto Prefecture
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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 | Water sports | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Otsu
Road Sign At Sakamoto | Eijun-ji | Kotobukimiyama Sainen Temple | Chikatsuo Shrine | Eisho-ji Temple | Otsu Municipal Ichiriyama Green Park Fureai Center | Junshoji | Tagami Mineral Museum | Biwako Flower Fountain | Adosan Katsuragawa Sokusho Myo'o-in Temple | Tōshōji | Ichidono Shrine | Otsushiogotoonsen Kanko Park | Myotoku-in Temple | Jogo-ji Temple | Nakamura Hachimangu | Lawn Ground | Bashokuhiotsusetakarahashi Park | The Otsu-e Painting Shop | Ryushuin | Choju-ji Temple | Otomonokuronushi Shrine | Lake Biwa Canal | Ogoto Onsen | Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) | Boat Race Biwako | Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Hall | Enkyoin | Zeze Shrine | Kampuku-ji Temple
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Popular Restaurants in Otsu
The Garden | Omi Beef Specialty Restaurant Matsukiya Main Store | Aunty Mee Burger | Sputnic | Riho Chinese Restaurant | Miiderachikaramochi Honke | Bbq Hoshi | Lake view Dining Biona | Nagisa Warms | Raju, Katata | Cafe Bar Cervino | Ristorante Lago | Shinpuku Saikan - Otsukyo | Mochihyo | La Pietra | Teppanyaki Oomi | Ogoto Onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei | Farmhouse restaurant Daikichi Katata shop | KURA SUSHI Katata Branch | Champontei Sohonke Foleo Ichiriyama | Pacioccone | Kaneyo | Nagisa An | Tsuruki-soba | French Belle Recamier Royal Oak Hotel Spa & Gardens | The Meshiya Otsu Zeze | Kanekichi | Katsukura Otsu | Cafe De L'abbye | Sato-yu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso
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Popular Trip Moments
More Than Just a Hot Spring Ryokan! This is the Ultimate Vacation Destination Where You Can Choose Your Style?! 🏨✨ | Lake Views & Hinoki Open-Air Baths! Experience Ultimate Relaxation Where Time Stands Still at Shiga’s Lake Biwa! | ⛩️ Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple | Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto Prefecture | Just 30 Minutes from Kyoto! Visit Ishiyama-dera—Home of Murasaki Shikibu—and Savour Limited-Edition "Ishimochi" Shaved Ice. | ✨Shiga✨ Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine ⛩️ | Double the Pleasure: Lake Views and Hot Springs at Ogoto Onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei | Taking you skiing at Biwako Valley in Otsu! | Kyoto is Ablaze: Experiencing the Fall Magic Colours of Momijigari | Ultimate Bliss: Breathtaking Views and Hot Springs at Biwako Ryokusuitei, Ogoto Onsen | Shōren-in Temple, Kyoto: An ancient Tendai sect temple with deep historical roots and strong ties to the Japanese Imperial Family | Hozo Daikokuten at Kodo-san: A Spiritual Power Spot for Good Luck in Yokohama. | Enryaku-ji Temple on Mt. Hiei, Kyoto. | Lake Biwa Pier: Where Exotic Charm Meets Stunning Lake Views ⚓️✨ | A Poetic Escape: Serene Lakeside Temples. | The sacred "twin" of Mount Fuji that guides don't tell you about... | 🇯🇵 Kyoto as Your Base: 7 Day Trips Without Switching Hotels | Otsu’s Lake Biwa Canal & Cherry Tree Promenade | Shiga Prefecture: Lake Biwa & Mii-dera Temple. | The moment I opened the curtains, I felt like I was already immersed in Lake Biwa.. | Mountaintop Cafe with a 360° View of Lake Biwa: Switzerland Vibes in Japan! | 4 Recommended Cities for the Best Fireworks in Japan. | Take a journey from Yase, Kyoto, via cable car and ropeway to the World Heritage site, Hieizan Enryakuji Temple. | Escape to Tokyo's Wabi-sabi Hidden Gems: A Century-Old Haiku Rendezvous at Fukutoku-zaka and Bashō-an. | [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 ♨️ | The Ultimate Guide to 2026 Japan Fireworks Festival Schedules. | 2026 Osaka & Kansai Fireworks Festivals Ultimate Guide. | [Ashiyahama Housing Complex] Wait, is this really Ashiya? It feels like another world...
More Things To Do in Otsu
Shiga tour: Lake Biwa valley · Lake Biwa observation + Shirahige Shrine, Omihachiman 1-day tour | Lake Biwa Michigan Cruise Ticket (60 min/90 min option available) | A one-day trip to Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, Shirasu Shrine, and Omihachiman. | Kansai Shiga Tour: MIHO MUSEUM + Old Chikurin-in + Shirahige Shrine, Enjoy the Scenic Views of Lake Biwa | Biwako Valley: Round-Trip Ropeway Ticket + Unlimited Lift Rides | [Guaranteed Departure] Biwako Valley Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (English Guide, 5 Various Options) | Lake Biwa 1-day tour, hidden gem in the mountains by Lake Biwa, check in Shirahige Shrine floating torii | pure sightseeing group | 1-day tour to lake biwa, bei lvming art journey, shirahige shrine and floating torii gate (pure sightseeing with no shopping) | Kansai private charter (10 hours) | Osaka/Kyoto city departure | Osaka/Kyoto/Nara/Kobe/Wakayama/Lake Biwa/Himeji | [Autumn Colors Shiga] Hachiman-bori, Hiyoshi Taisha & Metasequoia Tour from Osaka | Private charter 1-day tour to Lake Biwa Shirahige in Japan with dedicated transfer | Customize your itinerary | Biwako Valley Ski Resort 1-day tour [Departure from Osaka/Kyoto] | [Guaranteed Departure] Nagoya Highlight Day Tour with Osu Street & Osu Kannon from Osaka | 1-day tour to Nagoya Castle + Osu Shotengai shopping street + Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology from Osaka to Nagoya | Osaka round-trip|Biwako Valley ski/snow play 1-day tour | Kyoto + Lake Biwa observation deck + Miho Museum + Ukimido Temple private charter 1-day tour | E-Bike Nara Highlights - Todaiji, Knives, Deer, Shrine | Direct overnight bus e-ticket from Chubu Centrair International Airport/Nagoya to Fuji and Kanazawa | Kyoto at Kiyomizu-dera Temple the closest kimono shop high-quality kimono rental with over 700 kimonos to choose from founded in 1830 | Kyoto: Hidden Gems E-Bike Tour with Local Japanese Guide | Osaka city pass|Osaka e-Pass (1-Day or 2-Day) with Optional Osaka Metro & Bus Package | Osaka: Explore Every Bit of Osaka Castle in 3 Hours | Kyoto at Kiyomizu-dera Temple traditional authentic kimono experience to enjoy at the long-established shop where kimono rental originated | Osaka/Kyoto: Katsuoji & Arashiyama & Kinkakuji Day Tour | Osaka Shinsaibashi FARPLANE PARCO Bar Entry Ticket with Drink (Exclusive for Foreign Travelers) | Premium small group of 9 - Katsuo-ji, Minoh Park, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, optional hotel transfer | 2027 Miyama winter light corridor romantic illumination & Amanohashidate cable car & Ine sightseeing boat 1-day tour | Nara: Mindful Tasting of 5 Japanese Teas and Tea Ceremony | Kyoto: 45-Minute Tea Ceremony Lesson Experience | Kyoto Day Tour to Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkaku-ji, Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka, and Kiyomizu-dera from Nagoya