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Address6-6 Umeda-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0037 TEL(FAX)077-509-8340 Operating Hours11:00-19:00 (L.O. 18:00) *Close when pizza is gone. Regular holidaysSundays and irregular holidays Instagram Made with a special blend of domestic wheat. The authentic flavor of the hand-kneaded dough, baked in a stone oven, is very popular. Enjoy healthy pizza made with plenty of seasonal vegetables to your heart's content. The attractive lineup includes a wide variety of pizzas, from authentic pizzas perfect for lunch to dessert pizzas. Be sure to order early, as the quantity of the pizza we are proud of is limited. (Recommended by Mr. Hirano of Kusatsu Estopia Hotel)

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Address2F 1-17-5 Oji, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0032 TEL(FAX)077-596-5716 Operating HoursLunch 11:30-15:00Dinner 18:00-23:00 Regular holidays1st.3rd Wednesday of each month, Thursdays Official Website facebook X(Twitter) Instagram This café-dining establishment is conveniently located just a minute's walk from the shopping street at the east exit of Kusatsu Station. The restaurant boasts a healthy menu based on American cuisine using ingredients from Shiga Prefecture. For dinner, the restaurant mainly serves Western-style dishes, making it an ideal place for a variety of occasions, from dining to café use. (Recommended by Mr. Hirano, Kusatsu Estopia Hotel)

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AddressIikamu Bldg.1F 1-1-18 Nishi-shibukawa, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0025 TEL(FAX)077-516-1371 Operating HoursMon, Thu, Fri 11:30-15:00 (L.O.14:15)Sat, Sun, Holidays11:30-17:30 (L.O.16:45)*Changes are posted on Instagram as needed. Regular holidaysTuesdays and Wednesdays Official Website Instagram This Hawaiian café is located in front of the shopping center [A-Square South & East Building], a 2-minute walk from the West Exit of Kusatsu Station.The name "Nalu" means "wave" in Hawaiian, and the concept is to have customers relax and unwind like the waves of Hawaii. The wood interior has counter seating and spacious sofa seating, and is a great place for friends, couples, families, and solo customers. The signature "Nalu Burger" is a must-order!

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Address3-9-27 Ogaki, Ritto-shi, Shiga 520-3024 TEL(FAX)0775-84-4578 Operating HoursLunch 11:30-15:00(L.O.14:00) Dinner18:00-23:00(L.O.22:00) Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Instagram The overwhelmingly large interior of the restaurant, reminiscent of a 1920s Prohibition-era speakeasy, was created by the entire staff in a 150 square meter warehouse that was renovated as a do-it-yourself project. In this extraordinary space, where you can feel as if you've time-traveled back to those days, you can casually enjoy Italian dishes like pizza and pasta baked in a special oven. Reservations are recommended.

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Address6-10-38 Ogaki, Ritto-shi, Shiga 520-3024 TEL(FAX)077-576-8584 Operating HoursRestaurant(Lunch)11:00-15:00(Cafe) 14:00-17:00(Dinner: 17:00 - 21:00Reservations required Regular holidaysTuesdays, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Official Website facebook Instagram A hidden restaurant that delivers not only delicious food, but also health and a little excitement. Ingredients are carefully selected with the eater in mind and prepared using additive-free seasonings and high-quality oil. For lunch, you can enjoy popular galettes, pasta, Japanese roast beef bowls, fish dishes using fresh fish, etc. For dinner, an a la carte menu and courses are also available.

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Address3-1-30 Bodaijinishi, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3248 TEL(FAX)0748-74-4224 Operating Hours8:00～18:30Sunday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Regular holidaysMondays* and irregular holidays Instagram A small bakery run by a couple that opened in 2005 in the residential area of Bodaiji. It boasts bread that remains soft and tasty even after a long time, and is hearty and filling! Their best sellers are "Edamame Bacon," "Mentaiko French Bread," and "Raisin Camembert”. The red signboard and electronic bulletin board are landmarks of the bakery.

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Address1361-4, Nagano, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1851 TEL(FAX)0748-69-5466 Operating Hours10:00-17:00Hours change from November to March. Regular holidaysTuesdays*open on national holidays Official Website facebook Instagram Kamato no Mori, named after a combination of "kamaato" (kiln ruins) and art, is a relaxing space with JAZZ music playing. The 80-meter-long tunnel kiln that was in operation for 40 years at Kato, a Shigaraki pottery kiln, has been renovated to house a showroom for the company's "Plus Garden" products, a selection of sundry goods store & cafe, a gallery for young artists, and a variety of other art spaces.

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Address444-1 Shigarakichonishi, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1831 TEL(FAX)0748-82-2600 Operating Hours11:30～14:3016:30～19:30 Regular holidaysWednesdays* and irregular holidays Official Website A famous Omi beef restaurant that has been in business for over 50 years. Based on the concept of "providing truly delicious meat," the restaurant offers excellent meat dishes using high-quality Omi beef as well as delicious white rice from local farmers. The chic and relaxing space with indirect lighting also enhances the dining experience.

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Address3267-4 Kitayamada-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0061inside strawberry factory TEL(FAX)080-6365-9493 Operating HoursFri, Sat & Sun 10:00-17:00(Closed irregularly due to events, etc.) facebook Instagram Bakery in Strawberry Factory next to Aisai Hiroba in KusatsuBakery located in the strawberry factory next to Aisai Hiroba in Kusatsu. About 50 seasonal breads and baked goods, and three types of hand-drip coffee that change depending on the season. Open only on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

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Address1-5-7, Ishibe-nishi, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3105 TEL(FAX)0748-69-5923 Operating Hours12:00 〜 18:00 Regular holidaysTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Official Website facebook Instagram DONGREE is an old private house cafe & coffee roaster located in Ishibejuku, a post town of the 53rd leg of the Tokaido Highway. We offer a café experience in a retro space renovated from a Japanese house and specialty coffees roasted in our original roasting style "Gobai" (five roasts).

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Address639-1 Natsumi, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3223 TEL(FAX)0748-72-4411 Operating Hours11:00 〜 21:00 (L.O. 20:00) Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year (closed only on New Year's Day) Official Website Founded in 1982, this restaurant offers handmade udon and soba noodles. The restaurant enjoys a strong following not only in the neighborhood, but also from far away. Two of their specialties are "Curry Udon with prawn tempura and fried prawns" and "Sangen Pork Cutlet Donburi," which comes directly from Hirata Farm in Yamagata Prefecture! The broth is made from 15 ingredients carefully selected from all over Japan and simmered for two days. In summer, the fluffy shaved ice made with natural water is also popular. (Recommended by Mr. Takahashi, Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako)

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Address55 Minakuchi-cho Mushonochuo, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0042 TEL(FAX)0748-62-5564 Operating HoursTue - Thu, Sun / 11:30 - 22:00 (L.O. 21:30)Fri & Sat / 11:30 - 23:00 (L.O. 22:00) Regular holidaysMondays Official Website facebook Instagram Italian dining with a casual atmosphere where you can enjoy authentic pizza, pasta, sweets, and more. The stylish interior with the warmth of wood is perfect for spending special time with your loved ones. The restaurant is particular about ingredients, using safe and secure eggs from egg farmer Risuke Hira for its signature dishes and cakes, as well as plenty of locally grown pesticide-free vegetables for salads.

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Address4-32 Nishioji-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0037 TEL(FAX)077-566-3370 Operating HoursLunch time / 11:30 - 15:00 (L.O. 14:00)Dinner time / 17:00 - 21:00 (L.O. 19:30) Regular holidaysMondays and Tuesdays Official Website Three-minute walk from JR Kusatsu Station. The restaurant is located in a conveniently accessible hotel. In an open space, you can enjoy a variety of dishes prepared by a medalist of the World Culinary Olympics. The dishes using carefully selected ingredients are characterized not only by their taste but also by their gorgeous appearance. The relaxed and comfortable casual space is sure to be useful for a variety of occasions, including family gatherings, couples, and girls' parties. （Recommended by Mr. Hirano, Kusatsu Estopia Hotel)

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Address4-32 Nishioji-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0037 TEL(FAX)077-566-3338 Operating HoursLunch time: 11:30-15:00 (L.O. 14:00)Dinner time: 17:00 - 21:00 (L.O. 19:30) Regular holidaysMondays and Wednesdays Official Website A Japanese restaurant that delights both the eye and the palate with delicate Japanese cuisine prepared with meticulous care. This bright and relaxing restaurant is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from JR Kusatsu Station, where you can enjoy magnificent dishes that incorporate an abundance of seasonal ingredients. (Recommended by Mr. Hirano, Kusatsu Estopia Hotel)

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Address1131 Nagano, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1851 TEL(FAX)0748-82-0522 Operating Hours10:00～16:00 Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Instagram The kiln has a long history, having opened about 130 years ago. Within the approximately 3,000 tsubo (approximately 7,000 m2) site, there is a "Noborigama Cafe" using a real Noborigama kiln, a pottery workshop where you can make your own pottery, and a shop that exhibits and sells simple and warm Shigaraki ware. Enjoy an extraordinary experience in a relaxed atmosphere where you can spend your time as you please.

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Address2378-1 Minakuchi-cho Kitawaki, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0057 TEL(FAX)0748-63-8852 Operating Hours11:00～15:00（L.O. 14:00） Regular holidaysWednesdays, Last Tuesday of the month Official Website Instagram Plenty of freshly picked seasonal vegetables produced in-house. The farmhouse restaurant, where you can enjoy healthy cuisine to your heart's content, recommends the "Seasonal Plate," which is limited to 30 servings. In addition to the popular Omi beef hamburger steak, more than 10 different dishes are served on this gorgeous plate. Also noteworthy is the pasta with tomato sauce using tomatoes from ROPPO (@roppo_imec.tomato), which grows tomatoes with high sugar content.

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Address835 Nogawa, Konan-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 520-3305 TEL(FAX)0748-86-1552 Operating Hours11:00-17:00Cafe / 12:00-16:30 (L.O.) Regular holidaysMondays and Tuesdays(Year-end & New Year vacations and summer holidays) Instagram Renovated an old wooden school building with their own hands. They opened a gallery and café at this location with the desire to create a "power plant of culture. The simple yet warm wooden works lined up in the gallery have a unique texture that gets better the more you use them. At the confectionery studio, tarts and cakes made from carefully selected seasonal ingredients are popular. Confiture and baked goods are also available as souvenirs.

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Address2723 Ohno, Tsuchiyama-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0235 TEL(FAX)0748-67-1333 Operating HoursStore 9:30-18:00Cafe 10:00-18:00 (L.O. 17:00) Regular holidaysShop open all year roundCafe: Tuesdays Official Website Instagram We use tea leaves picked at local tea gardens, including tea leaves from Omi Tsuchiyama Tongu, as well as selected tea leaves from tea plantations around Japan each season, and bring out the deliciousness of the tea leaves using the expert "roasting" technique cultivated over time. More than ten types of hojicha are available at Maruyoshi.Our "tea sommelier" personally selects the tea leaves, and we hope you will find your favorite tea among the unique hojichas created with the utmost care and attention to detail.

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Address335 Takano, Ritto-shi, Shiga 520-3045 TEL(FAX)077-552-5466 Operating Hours11:30～13:30（L.O. 13:00）17:30～23:00（L.O. 22:00） Regular holidaysWednesdays, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays This famous restaurant offers chicken dishes that will make even the most discerning gourmet gasp, centering on the Awamai Jidori chicken born in Shiga Prefecture. The restaurant's yakitori, grilled slowly over binchotan charcoal, is the true essence of its cuisine, allowing you to directly taste the rich flavor of the chicken. For parties, be sure to try the "Special Jidori Chicken Nabe Course" with a choice of shabu-shabu or sukiyaki. For lunch, try the oyakodon, a bowl of rice topped with chicken and eggs, where you can enjoy a combination of flavors and textures, from the tender female or chewy male meat, to the well-seasoned "Edo style" or the gently flavored "Kyoto style.

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Address1-13-11, Oji, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0032 TEL(FAX)077-567-0008 Operating Hours12:00-14:30 (L.O. 14:00)17:00-22:00 (L.O. 21:30)Fri, Sat& the day before national holidays - 23:00 (L.O. 22:30) Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday Official Website Instagram This Sushi Kappo restaurant is located in the east exit area of Kusatsu Station, an area that is home to a number of sophisticated restaurants that cater to adult tastes. The owner is a connoisseur of fresh seafood and uses rice made of 100% Koshihikari rice from Shiga Prefecture combined with "Awami-zu" vinegar from Omi Takashima. Although the restaurant's interior design is reminiscent of a high-end ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurant), the restaurant's charm lies in its relatively reasonable prices, starting at 5,000 yen for a course. It is also perfect for special occasions such as business entertainment and anniversaries.

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Address2-11-24, Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0037 TEL(FAX)077-574-8067 Operating Hours11:00-18:00Lunch ~15:00 Regular holidaysMondays (The next day if it is a national holiday) Instagram This café is popular for its Japanese sweets that allow you to fully enjoy the mellow flavor of stone-ground Uji tea produced in Wazuka. From 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the cafe offers a lunch menu including green tea dashi chazuke, green tea soba noodles, and green tea udon noodles.

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Address3-2 Minakuchi-cho Nishihayashiguchi, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0025 TEL(FAX)0748-64-9038 Operating HoursLunch time: 11:00-14:00 (L.O. 13:30)Cafe time 14:00-16:00(L.O 15:30) Regular holidaysThursdays Official Website Instagram A creative space with the aroma of sake has been newly opened inside Mifuku Sake Brewery, a long-established brewery that has been in operation for over 100 years in Koka City. The restaurant offers lunch plates using Shiga ingredients, sweet sake, sweets using sake lees, and the quintessential Mifukyu sake.

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Address271-1 Shigarakicho Kamiasamiya, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1841 TEL(FAX)0748-84-0485 Operating Hours11:00-17:00 (The service will end when all the noodles run out.) Regular holidaysMondays, 1st and 3rd week Tuesdays Official Website Instagram Soba that fills the heart.We do everything we can, one by one, and build on it, thinking of all our customers who come from far and wide.The origin of Kurodaen's soba, which begins with the careful selection of each ingredient, is the spirit of hospitality itself.One such example is the customer-oriented consideration of the noodle's finish for each season.With meticulous attention to detail, we are able to understand the subtleties of our customers and provide soba that is not only delicious, but also satisfying to the soul.

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Address3 Chome-4-2 Yoshimi, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0021 TEL(FAX)077-582-3860 Operating Hours11:30-15:00 (L.O. 14:30)17:30-20:00 (Sat, Sun & holidays only) L.O.19:30 Regular holidaysThursdays Official Website Established in 1971, it has been loved by locals for 52 years. All dishes and sauces are homemade! We offer a variety of menus, from original one-plate dishes to set menus that combine several a la carte dishes. The menu includes Western dishes such as curry and hamburgers as well as Japanese dishes such as udon and soba noodles made with homemade Japanese broth. The seasonal fried oyster platter has many repeat customers.

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Address1492 Shigaraki-cho maki, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1803 TEL(FAX)0748-83-0975 Operating Hours11:00-15:0017:30 - 20:00 (Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun & holidays only) L.O.: 30 mins before closing Regular holidaysMondays, 3rd week Tuesday and irregular holidays Official Website This casual restaurant is located in Shigaraki, the home of ceramics. In a peaceful setting surrounded by nature, you can enjoy a variety of Western dishes based on Spanish cuisine using local ingredients. Hamburg steak and Omi beef steak with homemade demi-glace sauce, authentic paella (paella) and course meals that can be enjoyed with reservations are also popular.

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Address459 Shigaraki-cho nishi, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1831 TEL(FAX)0748-82-2828 Operating Hours11:00 - 16:00(Closing time may be earlier) Regular holidaysThursdays Official Website facebook Udon noodles are made in the shop every day using the traditional foot-pounding method. Through repeated trial and error, they have been making udon without compromise for 28 years. The chewy texture of the udon goes well with the broth, which has a distinct aroma and flavor of bonito. Enjoy the golden clear broth and udon noodles to the fullest. There is also a footbath inside the restaurant, which is only open on weekends and holidays. Shigaraki yaki pottery is also for sale.

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Address267 Tsuchiyama-cho Tongu, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0231 TEL(FAX)0748-67-0015 Operating HoursMaruyasu Tea Shop／9:00～18:00Tongu Tea Room／10:00～17:00 (L.O. 16:30) Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday Official Website facebook Instagram（MARUYASU TEA） Instagram（Tongu Tea Room） A long-established teahouse that has been in business for more than 150 years. As a manufacturer of high quality Sencha, Hojicha and Matcha, it has gained the support of both domestic and overseas customers. They offer the best selection of tea leaves with good aroma and taste to make sure that Koka City's Tsuchiyama-cha and Asamiya-cha are more delicious. The restaurant also has a coffee shop, Tongu Saryo, with the theme of "eating tea".

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Address4380 Tatsuta-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0214 TEL(FAX)070-6542-1115 Operating Hours9:30 - 16:30(July & Aug: ~17:00) Regular holidaysMondays (Open on national holidays but there may be a substitute holiday) Official Website Instagram Strawberry cafe located in the suburbs of Moriyama City. In the space where time passes leisurely, you can enjoy freshly picked ripe strawberries and strawberry drinks and sweets. During the off-season, the café offers a menu with a variety of seasonal products from the neighboring farm that can be enjoyed all year round. In addition to a selection of processed strawberry products and sweets, which are popular souvenirs, the restaurant also sells ripe strawberries, melons, pears, and other agricultural products directly, depending on the season.

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Address48-4 Harimada-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0012 TEL(FAX)077-581-3966 Operating Hours10:00-19:00Cafe time / ~17:30 (L.O.) Regular holidaysMondays and Tuesdays Official Website X(Twitter) Instagram Opened as an authentic European confectionery with the concept of "sweets for adults. The store is decorated in the image of the South of France and offers a wide variety of cakes, baked goods, chocolates, breads, and other items. The shop also has a "Salon de Thé" where customers can eat in and taste the sweets they have purchased on the spot. Chef Yuji Watanabe, who has been featured in numerous media, is active as a patissier and chocolatier, aiming to fuse the traditions of European confectionery with the latest Western confectionery.

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Address940 Koshinohara, Yasu-shi, Shiga 520-2331 TEL(FAX)077-587-3131 Operating Hours11:30 - 14:0017:00 - 20:30Sat, Sun, Holidays / 11:00~ Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday Official Website A popular restaurant specializing in charcoal-grilled eel and Omi beef. The "crispy and fluffy" texture of the char-grilled eel and the secret sauce that has been continuously added to the restaurant's menu are the main attractions of this restaurant. The charcoal-grilled eels are made from fresh morning eels and dipped in a sweet sauce that is irresistibly delicious. 8 private rooms are available for 2 people or more, allowing you to enjoy your meal without worrying about your surroundings. Early reservations are recommended during lunch time, when the restaurant is often fully booked.

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「大塚オーミ陶業」の技術を集めたショールームを、ガイド付きで見学できます。展示作品の“ここがすごい！”を間近で、解説付きでご覧いただけます。また、陶板に原画を忠実に再現するプロセスの「転写」を実際に体験。ここでしかできない転写体験から出来上がった作品は、後日ご自宅にお届けとなります。信楽から高度な焼き物の技術を発信する「大塚オーミ陶業」のショールームの見学と、陶板転写体験です。世界の美術品を細部にまで忠実に再現した陶板作品はその技術力の高さに感動する事間違いなし！徳島にある陶板名画美術館＜大塚国際美術館＞は、信楽工場の技術者たちの技を集結させた美術館として有名ですが、その作品は全てここ信楽工場で製作されております。忠実に再現する工程や文化財の複製秘話など、ここでしか聞けない貴重なお話も聞くことができます。今回はショールーム見学と共に、用意された絵画の中から一つ選んで貼り付ける「転写」の体験をしていただきます。ご参加くださった皆様の旅の思い出を、きれいな絵画としてご自宅にお届けいたします。 基本情報 〒529-1836滋賀県甲賀市信楽町柞原９２６ URL 世界に誇る唯一無二の技術を体験！「大塚オーミ陶業」で陶板（toban）転写にチャレンジ！ 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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◆朝宮茶◆日本五大銘茶に数えられる伝統的なお茶の産地でその歴史は古く、今から1200年以上前の平安時代にさかのぼり、日本最古級の茶の歴史を持っています。その朝宮茶の始まりは西暦805年、遣唐使として中国に留学していた最澄が、大陸から持ち帰った茶の種を朝宮の地に植えたことから始まったとされています。最澄は滋賀県の比叡山延暦寺を開山した僧で、滋賀の地で茶の栽培に適する土地を探した結果、標高400mほどで霧が立ち込みやすく、水や土壌の良い朝宮地区が選ばれたのではないかと言われています。 基本情報 〒529-1841滋賀県甲賀市信楽町上朝宮540-1TEL : 0748-84-0123 URL 【お茶の花摘みと紅茶つくり体験】　朝宮茶葉で紅茶つくり体験とお茶の花を摘んでMy紅茶と合わせてハーブティーの試飲 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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【奥田英山氏】信楽焼きの作家(伝統工芸士）であり、また裏千家茶道の指導者でもあり淡交会滋賀支部顧問を務める。高校卒業後、信楽で製陶業を営む実家で作陶技術を学び、今日まで60年以上を陶芸家として活動を続ける。また家業の修行と同時期に裏千家茶道を学びはじめ、茶陶の美を探求し続けている。 基本情報 〒529-1851滋賀県甲賀市信楽町長野1036TEL : 0748-82-0114／090-3160-2128 URL 【作陶＋穴窯焼成体験】信楽焼伝統工芸士奥田英山氏より直接指導が受けられる作陶体験！ 【作陶体験】信楽焼伝統工芸士奥田英山氏より直接指導が受けられる作陶体験！ 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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簡易的な体験ではなく、本格的な信楽焼絵付け体験です。焼成時の窯の火守の体験も可能です！【体験】日本六古窯の内の一つ「信楽焼」素焼きされた半製品の素地に絵付けを施していただき、釉薬をかけ、焼成後の窯出しをご体験いただきます。窯元壺久郎の巨匠冨増力章氏に弟子入りした気分で、存分にお楽しみください。作品の大きさ/最大直径３３㎝　高さ４６㎝のスイレン鉢※デザイン画は事前にご準備いただき、当日ご持参くださいませ。＜３回参加プラン＞①絵付け　②釉かけ　③窯出し※ご希望される方は、焼成時の窯の火守(窯出し2日前の夜から朝)も体験可能です。(事前予約制)※窯入れは作品が揃い次第、当陶房にて日程を決定します。日程の指定は出来ませんので、予めご了承下さいませ。【信楽焼/窯元壺久郎】私どもの作品は、昔ながらの手作りによる成型と手描きによる絵付けを心がけ、その特徴としております作風の中心を成す染付は、絵筆によって一つ一つ心を込めて描き上げた自信作でございます。呉須独自の渋さと深み、落ち着きのある味わいを、様々な絵にして「壷久郎陶房」の心を表現させて頂いております。私どもの使命は、江戸、明治の陶工が、黙々と働き伝えた、やきもの造りを受け継ぎ守っていくことにあると考え、ひたすら心を込めて、独特の作品づくりに専念させて頂いております。（NHK朝ドラに絵付け指導として参加。）<<料金>>　　　お一人様　50,000円<<ご予約締切>>　30日前<<取消料>>ご予約完了後より10％の取消料が発生します。７～３日前30％　2～前日50％　当日・無連絡100％ 基本情報 〒529-1851滋賀県甲賀市信楽町長野1384-121TEL : 0748-82-0446 URL 【プライベートプラン1組限定/作陶】巨匠に弟子入り？！ 日本六古窯　信楽焼窯元「壺久郎」で伝統工芸の本格絵付け体験 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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機械化の波におされ一度は消えかけた近江下田焼。先代の思いとともに復活させた陶工 小迫一の指導で陶芸体験ができます。近江下田焼誕生のお話を聞きながら、あなただけの世界に一つだけの器を作りませんか？湖南市の風土と小迫の下田焼愛から生まれる「呉須」の藍色を一緒に感じてください。 基本情報 〒520-3111滋賀県湖南市東寺２丁目１１−９ URL 【自分だけの藍の器「近江下田焼」絵付け体験】　270年の伝統を守り続ける小迫一が指導します 【自分だけの藍の器「近江下田焼」手びねり体験】270年の伝統を守り続ける小迫から直接指導いたします！ 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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近江一閑張の伝統を体験！＜世界に一つだけの箸置き＞作り体験近江一閑張は、竹を素材とする従来の一閑張とは異なり、素材に紙ひもを用いており、丈夫で軽く扱いやすいのが特徴です。初代 蛯谷金介が考案し50年皆様のくらしに寄り添う特別な一品をご提供するため、日々制作に励んでおります。現在は、二代目 蛯谷豊、三代目 蛯谷亮太がその拘りを引き継ぎ、伝統を守るとともに、時代に沿った革新的なものづくりに挑戦し続けております。実際の工程としては、紙紐で花結び編み（桔梗・牡丹）・石畳編みをしてから和紙を貼っていきます。空気を抜き、日本の昔から伝わる柿渋を数回塗り上げ仕上げとなります。この工程は難易度の違いはあれど、販売されている商品の工程をなぞるものでその難しさ、美しさをぜひ体験してみてください。手先に自信がない方でも、美しい重厚感のある世界に一つだけのオリジナル箸置きをお作りいただけます。 基本情報 〒520-3253滋賀県湖南市正福寺1328-20 URL 近江一閑張の箸置き作り体験 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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ハイパワーボートで冒険に出かけよう！【フローティングライフ】〜滋賀を元気に！琵琶湖を世界に発信！〜WE ARE FLOATING LIFE!放流活動、湖底清掃活動など、多岐にわたる活動やビジネス展開で滋賀を元気に、そして琵琶湖を世界に発信している会社。 基本情報 〒524-0201滋賀県野洲市吉川2281-12TEL : 077-507-2371 営業時間 9：00～18：00 定休日 水曜日 URL 【１組限定!!／サンセットプラン】ボートに乗ろう！ 〜 琵琶湖体感 アクティビティ〜 【１組限定!!】ボートに乗ろう！ 〜 琵琶湖体感 アクティビティ〜 【HP】 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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刀匠田中貞豊氏の指導で短刀を自らの手で作る貴重な体験!! 刀鍛冶しか扱うことを許されない日本刀の材料「玉鋼」を使って短刀を作る刀鍛冶体験です。【刀匠銘　田中 貞豊(たなか さだとよ)氏】--------------平成6年　 刀匠人間国宝　月山貞一師に入門平成11年　文化庁より美術刀剣制作承認を受ける平成13年　師匠の許しを得て独立、故郷草津市に鍛刀場を設ける古来の製鉄遺跡が多く存在する草津の地で工房を構え日本刀を作っている刀匠であり、刀匠人間国宝　月山貞一　最後の弟子 基本情報 〒525-0066滋賀県草津市矢橋町1968-2TEL : 077-563-0428 URL 【!!非公開施設!!】刀匠田中貞豊氏と古式製錬法で短刀制作 田中貞豊 刀匠の工房で学ぶ！本物の日本刀の材料〈玉鋼〉で小刀を作る体験 【HP】 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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８００年の歴史を辿る古の奇祭「勝部の火まつり」松明組の一員となって祭りを肌で感じてみませんか!!８００年続く奇祭～燃える炎と乱舞～県を代表する荘厳かつ、勇壮な火祭として有名で、県の無形民俗文化財。年の初めに、大蛇に見立てた大松明を燃やし無病息災を願いながら、お祭りに参加してみませんか？間違いなく貴重な体験として頭に心に残り続けるでしょう。中学生以上は、当日の朝、大松明の準備などから、大松明持ちまでの体験となります。小学生は、夕方からのご参加で、太鼓渡り時の松明組の先導、及び大松明奉納時の先導体験となります。※中学生以上は、ご使用いただいた褌、足袋など、小学生は法被などの、衣装をお土産としてお持ち帰り下さい。【勝部の火まつり】午後に祭の主役となる大松明1本1本に、神酒（みき）・鰯（いわし）・豆腐（とうふ）を供えて祈祷します。その後、3基の大太鼓が街中を練り歩き、夜8時30分ごろ大松明（おおたいまつ）12基が境内に勢揃い、褌姿の若者が神前の御神火から火をもらい一斉に点火します。火が、天まで立ち登るかのように夜空を焦がし燃えさかる様子は、見る者を圧倒し、若者たちが鐘や鼓を打ちながら無病息災を祈願して「ごうよ」「ひょうよ」（御悩平癒の転）と大きな掛け声をかけながら乱舞する勇壮な火の祭典となります。～起源～鎌倉時代、土御門天皇が原因不明の病にかかり、占い師に相談すると近江国の大きな沼にすむ大蛇が原因とわかった。勝部神社で村人と共に天皇の回復を祈り続け、50日後に現れた弱った大蛇を焼き払うと天皇の病気が治った。大蛇に見立てたたいまつとは竹やハンノキ、菜種殼で作られたたいまつ～大蛇にみたてた大松明～大蛇の胴体部分は束ねたハンノキの枝を三本の青竹で支え、縄で固く縛っている。頭は菜種殼、胴体のうろこはアカマツの板を使用している。たいまつは、長さ5〜6メートル、重さ400キロもあり、12基作られる。～お祭りをささえている人について～松明組（たいまつぐみ）という勝部の若い男子が主役勝部町の自治会、勝部神社とその関係者はもちろんですが、中学1年生〜34歳までの男子で構成された「松明組」が火祭りを直接担当する中心的存在です。【体験内容】成人男性・・・褌姿で太鼓及び大松明の担ぎ手として参加。男児女児・・・法被を着て提灯を持ち、太鼓渡り及び大松明奉納の先導役として参加。(小学５年生～)<<料金>>　お一人様　大人 10,000円　小人5,000円<<ご予約締切日>>　12月27日まで<<取消料>>　予約完了後より100％　 基本情報 〒524-0041滋賀県守山市勝部2丁目12-18TEL : 077-582-2932e-mail : info@biwakoaquaponics.com URL 【お祭り参加/貴重体験】勝部火まつり松明組の一員体験!! 【YouTube】 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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【びわ湖パール/淡水真珠】琵琶湖で真珠を育てることは、美しい琵琶湖を守る事。日本最大の湖・琵琶湖では約90年前から琵琶湖の固有種イケチョウガイを母貝とする、淡水真珠の養殖が行われてきました。職人の技術と自然が、長い年月をかけて作りあげる琵琶湖産の真珠は、美しい光沢と１つ１つ違う色や形の個性、また様々なパワーをもつ宝石として国内外の多くの女性を魅了。しかし、1970年後半から琵琶湖の環境の変化に伴い養殖業者が激減したため、琵琶湖産の淡水真珠は姿を消すことになりました。そんな厳しい状況の中、奇跡的に現存しているのが守山市赤野井湾内にある養殖棚です。 基本情報 〒524-0046滋賀県守山市今宿4丁目1-12TEL : 077-532-0030 営業時間 10：00～18：00 定休日 月、水、金、土曜日 URL 琵琶湖の淡水真珠「びわ湖パール」でアクセサリー作り体験 琵琶湖が生み出す奇跡の真珠「びわ湖パール」核入れ体験！真珠とりだし体験は3年後のお楽しみ♪≪びわ湖パール入りブローチ「BIWARCHI｣付き≫ 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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こんぜ山山中にひっそり佇む、歴史ある寺院「天台宗 金勝山 金勝寺」で、木々の隙間からこぼれる日光を浴びながら心身を浄化する瞑想と森林浴ヨガ。　令和５年の春と秋に、計８回開催いたしました「金勝寺 瞑想・森林浴ヨガ ～わたしに還るヨガ～」も、好評のうちに全日程を終了いたしました。令和６年春・秋も開催を予定しております。是非ご参加ください。【金勝寺 瞑想・森林浴ヨガ ～わたしに還るヨガ～】 　せわしなく過ぎる日常から離れ、自然の中に身を置き、自由に身体やこころを解放させる時間。自分と外側の境界線をなくして、ただただありのままの自分を感じる時間を、ぜひご一緒に。　当日は、一千三百年の歴史ある金勝寺を、観光ガイドさんの説明を聞きながら拝観し、森の中の会場にお連れします。木々に囲まれた中でのヨガ。そのあとのシャバーサナは極上のそのもの。新緑のきらきらした自然のエネルギーを感じてみませんか。【 開催日 】【 最大催行人数 】　 １０名様【 参加費 】　４,９５０円（税込） 基本情報 〒520-3003滋賀県栗東市荒張１３９４ URL 栗東ウェルネス　金勝寺 瞑想・森林浴ヨガ ～わたしに還るヨガ～ 滋賀・びわ湖ニューツーリズム「シガリズム」は、琵琶湖を始めとした 自然と歩みをそろえ、ゆっくり、ていねいに暮らしてきた滋賀の時間の 流れや暮らしを体感することで心のリズムを整える新たな旅の提案です。 詳しくはこちら

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Address2-6-16 Kamikasa, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-00258 TEL(FAX)Takeda Kanko Co.077-564-4114Bicycles can be picked up at the administrator's office 1F of the 1st parking lot at the west exit of Kusatsu Station. Operating Hours9:00～18:00 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website facebook Instagram Bicycle rentals are conveniently located in front of Kusatsu Station, perfect for touring the city. You can easily apply online by selecting a usage plan. Three types of bikes are available, including electric-assist cyclocross bikes. There are many places to visit, including the Kusatsu Station area, the Tokaido Highway walking zone, and the Kusatsu River Site Park zone, where you can enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Biwa and Mt.Hiei.

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Address2620-5 Imahama-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0101 TEL(FAX)077-585-0122 Operating Hours10:00-17:00 (last admission 16:00) Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday*Please check our website for details. Official Website Instagram This hands-on facility is located in the parking lot of the Pieri Moriyama shopping mall on the shores of Lake Biwa. Two types of athletic courses, 4m and 8m high, are available for visitors to challenge themselves according to the level of difficulty. The experience is like walking in the sky, and is sure to become an unforgettable memory. All courses are suitable for ages 4 and up, so the whole family can enjoy the experience together. (Recommended by Mr. Takahashi, Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako)

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Address1711 Kurokawa, Tsuchiyama-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0208 TEL(FAX)0748-68-0250 Operating HoursWeekdays: 12:00 - 22:00 *Family baths are open until 21:00Sat, Sun, and holidays / 11:00 - 22:00 *Family baths are open until 21:00 Regular holidaysNo holidays(Closed only when the hotel is closed) Official Website Instagram The hotel is well known for its attentive service under the motto, "Warm time spent". The The 'Yappompompon-no-yu,' known for its soft, thick spring water, not only has skin-beautifying properties but also warms the body slowly and promotes circulation. A relaxing soak in the hot springs, surrounded by nature, is the ultimate healing experience. Guests can refresh themselves in a variety of hot springs, which include an open-air rock bath, a large public bath, and a sauna. (Recommended by Mr. Takahashi, Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako)

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Address10 Miyake-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0051In Civic Athletic Park TEL(FAX)077-583-9680 Operating Hours9:00～16:30 Regular holidaysTuesdays, the day after national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays (12/28 - 1/4) Official Website Instagram Now in its 33rd year of operation, this museum specializes in genji botaru (fireflies). Visitors can learn about fireflies through a variety of documents, specimens, and displays related to genji botaru. The area is also called "Firefly Forest" because there is a man-made river nearby where genji botaru are released, and in late May, when they are at their peak, you can enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of fireflies flying around. (Recommended by Mr. Takahashi, Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako)

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Address1293-2 Maki, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1803 TEL(FAX)0748-83-0126 Operating Hours10:00～17:00 Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday Official Website Instagram It has the largest raccoon dog ornament in Japan and one of the largest stores in Shigaraki, and offers pottery making experience and BBQ. Especially popular is the BBQ and pottery-making set. After tasting melt-in-your-mouth Omi beef and local ingredients to your heart's content, you can make your own unique "vessels" at the pottery-making experience. The "Painting Course," in which you can add color to unglazed raccoon dogs, is also fun.

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Address855-1 Shigaraki-cho Nagano, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1851 TEL(FAX)0748-82-0126 Operating Hours11:00-18:00 (Ends when sold out/ Prices are subject to change.) Regular holidaysMondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Instagram The blue signboard visible from National Route 307 in a town famous for its Shigaraki ware is a landmark. The colorful side dishes and boxed lunches prepared by a nutritionist change monthly, and as the restaurant’s name suggests, they are all colorful. The dishes are not only tasty but also visually pleasing. Smoothies are also popular, with a diverse lineup including the standard "Thick Banana Smoothie," the "Strawberry Milk Smoothie" made with Shigaraki strawberries, and limited-time-only smoothies using seasonal fruits. The smoothies are made without ice, so you can enjoy the direct taste of the fruit. The shop is run by the chef alone and closes when all items are sold out. There is also an eat-in space inside the store.

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Address2 Chome-13-19 Oji, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0032 TEL(FAX)077-566-2580 Operating Hours9:00～19:00（Sat, Sun & Holidays 8:30～19:00） Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website Instagram A long-established shop representing Kusatsu, a post town with a history of 450 years. In addition to a wide selection of seasonal Japanese confections, visitors can enjoy soba noodles and other meals at the adjoining "Shukuba Soba" and sweets sold at "Ubagamochiya". In addition to the famous "Ubagamochi," many seasonal sweets are available, such as "Daifuku Strawberry" in winter, "Daifuku Muscat" in summer, and "Daifuku Salted Bean" which is sold all year round. The store is also equipped with a 30-car parking lot, making it a safe place to visit by car. (Recommended by Mr. Hirano of Kusatsu Estopia Hotel and Mr. Takahashi of Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako)

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Address4279 Sazukawa-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0215 TEL(FAX)070-4479-0084 Operating HoursAug & Sep limited-time offer[direct sales shop] Sat, Sun and holidays / 9:00-16:00, Weekdays / 9:00-15:00(Pear picking reception / ~ 15:00) Regular holidaysNon-scheduled holiday Official Website Instagram This popular tourist farm offers an all-you-can-eat pear-picking experience where you can taste all the "Moriyama pears" grown in the abundant water and sunshine of Lake Biwa. At the direct sales counter, you can purchase pears (Chikusui, Hachisato, Kosui, Toyosui, Gold Nijusseiki, Niitaka) and grapes (Himurod Seedless, Ryuho, Beni Izu, Black Olympia) grown on the trees until fully ripe. Visitors can also enjoy processed pear products and sweets. (Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako, recommended by Mr. Takahashi)

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Address211-16 Mikumo, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3221 TEL(FAX)0748-76-4538 Operating Hours10:00～19:00 Regular holidaysMondays and Thursdays Official Website facebook Instagram The chewy dough is made exclusively from carefully selected Omi rice flour from Shiga Prefecture. Since no wheat flour is used, they are gluten-free and healthy. They are also popular among those who are concerned about allergies, as they're delicious. The taiyaki, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, boasts a wide variety of flavors, including the standard sweet bean paste. They're recommended not only as a snack, but also as a substitute for rice. (Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako, recommended by Mr. Takahashi)

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Address2900 Tsuchiyama-cho Kitatsuchiyama, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0211 TEL(FAX)0748-66-1244 Operating Hours9:00～17:00 Regular holidaysTuesdays Official Website Tsuchiyama, the 49th stop on the Tokaido Highway, is one of the largest tea production centers in Shiga Prefecture. The "All-you-can-eat matcha soft serve ice cream," limited to 100 pieces per day, is also very popular. Local specialties and fresh vegetables are available for sale, and there is also a restaurant. Relax and unwind after a long day of traveling. (Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu Biwako, recommended by Mr. Takahashi)

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Address1104 Tsuchiyama-cho Okawara, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0201 TEL(FAX)0748-69-0344 Operating Hours10:00～21:00 Regular holidaysThursdays, year-end and New Year's vacations *Bakery closed (Mondays and Thursdays) Official Website Instagram Located at the foot of the Suzuka Mountains overlooking the headwaters of the Yasu River, this auto campground offers relaxing lodging and full-scale camping surrounded by rich nature. The campground is full of seasonal attractions, such as viewing cherry blossoms in spring, playing in the river and enjoying fireworks in summer, and admiring the changing leaves in autumn. In winter, you can enjoy a variety of natural scenery such as playing in the snow and fantastic snow scenes. Some visitors come back again and again because they never get tired of enjoying the area.

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Address2892-2 Mizuho-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0102 TEL(FAX)077-585-4111 Official Website The hotel is located on the shore of Lake Biwa. All guest rooms are spacious 27 square meters with private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is also perfect for groups such as sports camps and corporate training programs.

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Address1-1-5 Minamikusatsu, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0050 TEL(FAX)077-561-0606 Official Website Instagram One minute walk from JR Minami-Kusatsu Station! We have 4 room types (single room, semi-double room, double room, and twin room) for various occasions such as business trip, sightseeing, and family trip. In addition to lodging, we also have conference rooms and a restaurant, so we can accommodate training sessions and banquets. The conference room and restaurant are available for use even if you are not staying overnight.

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Address297-1 Shinhama-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0067 TEL(FAX)077-565-8800 Official Website Instagram Senmatsu is a ship house built on the shore of Lake Biwa.Please refresh your travel fatigue in the garden open-air bath and wooden tatami open-air bath, Senmatsu's pride and joy.You can also use the private bath "Kozukigusa" which is very popular with families and couples.Please enjoy the "Original Funamori Cuisine" featuring fresh sashimi and seafood, the "Omi Beef Kaiseki" where you can enjoy local gourmet Omi beef, and the "Chef's Omakase Kaiseki" using seasonal ingredients such as Japanese beef steaks and fresh sashimi.Biwako no Senmatsu welcomes you with our heartfelt and attentive hospitality.

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Address1-4-31 Oji, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0032 TEL(FAX)077-561-3400 Official Website A key location for excursions around Lake Biwa and sightseeing in Shiga. Conveniently located for business and sightseeing.Lake Biwa and the rich natural environment of "Lake Biwa, Shiga".Enjoy the warm atmosphere of nature, history, and culture while relaxing in comfort and elegance.We welcome our guests in a comfortable and healing space.　

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Address4-32 Nishioji-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0037 TEL(FAX)0777-566-3333 Official Website Instagram Kusatsu, Shiga, a city rich in history and culture. Kusatsu is the 52nd post town from Edo, and prospered as an important transportation hub where the Tokaido and Nakasendo roads meet and diverge. Kusatsu Estopia Hotel is located in this historic area. The hotel offers a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere as an inn for historical exploration and as a base for business. We welcome you gracefully and warmly with our heartfelt hospitality.

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Address2876 Jukenya, Imahama-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0101 TEL(FAX)077-585-6100 Official Website Instagram Located about 30 minutes from Kyoto. The hotel offers a variety of guest rooms, including Japanese-style rooms and rooms with hot spring baths that express the shore of Lake Biwa, a dining room on the top floor overlooking Lake Biwa, as well as sports facilities, a planetarium, and other activities.

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Address1-27 Nishioji-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0037 TEL(FAX)077-561-3311 Official Website Instagram Hotel Boston Plaza Kusatsu is located in front of the west exit of JR Kusatsu Station, the gateway to the city of Kusatsu, a city inspired by Lake Biwa and a post town filled with the romance of travelers. It’s a high-quality, reasonably priced community hotel with comprehensive plaza functions.We warmly welcome you with our elegant interior design based on American traditional style, hospitality, and attentive service.

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AddressAsamiya District, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi The Asamiya district of Shigaraki is known as the production center of Asamiya tea, one of the five best teas in Japan. The history of Asamiya tea dates back to the Heian period, when Saicho, the founder of the Tendai sect of Buddhism, is said to have brought back tea seeds from Tang China and sowed them in Sakamoto and Asamiya in the Omi region, thus marking the origin of Japanese tea.Since the birth of Japanese tea, the area has been a tea-producing region with a tradition of more than 1,200 years.

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AddressTsuchiyama-cho, Nogamino, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0224 It is said that the origin of Tsuchiyama tea dates back to a long time ago, when Kyoto's Bun'o Ryouge transplanted tea trees when he rebuilt the Joumyouji Temple in this area. The foggy climate of Tsuchiyama is ideal for growing high-quality tea, and the area boasts the highest production in the prefecture.

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Address300 Tashiro Momotani, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1814 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 (admission until 16:30) Regular holidaysMondays during the opening period (or the following weekday if the Monday falls on a national holiday)Closed except during the museum's opening period. Official Website Opened in 1997. It was designed by I.M. Pei, internationally known for the Glass Pyramid of the Louvre Museum in France and the East Wing of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The theme of the design is Peach Garden. The story of a fisherman who loses his way and finds a fairyland paradise - Taoyuan-go - as depicted in Tao Yuanming's "The Book of the Peach Blossom Source" was realized in Shigaraki.

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AddressImahama-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0101 This park allows visitors to enjoy the beach along Lake Biwa.In recent years, it has become a popular place for many cyclists as the starting point of Biwaiichi cycling road.The park is also home to the "Lake Biwa Cyclist's Sanctuary Monument" and the "BIWAKO Monument," both of which are popular photo spots.

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Address1-2-8 Kusatsu, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0034 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 (admission until 16:30) Regular holidaysMondays, days following national holidays, year-end and New Year holidays Official Website Located about 500 meters south of JR Kusatsu Station, it is surrounded by high walls and bushes and has been designated as a national historic site. There were two honjin in Kusatsu, which was a strategic point of transportation at the junction of the Tokaido and Nakasendo roads. One remains today and is also known as "Kiya Honjin. It is the only one that remains almost entirely intact on the Tokaido Highway, and was built in the Shoin style, with a front gate, a gate with a shikidai and a garden.

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Address1091 Oroshimo-cho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0001 Operating HoursUsual Hours: 9:00-17:00Summer: 7:00-17:00Winter: 9:30-16:00Last admission 30 minutes before closing) Regular holidaysMondays (if Monday is a national holiday, the following weekday will be closed)Year-end and New Year holidays Official Website Kusatsu City Aquatic Botanical Garden Mizunomori is based on the theme of "contact between plants and people, and between water and people. Equipped with the Lotus Pavilion, a unique themed facility where visitors can encounter a variety of aquatic plants, the park is full of flowers that can be enjoyed throughout the four seasons in the midst of nature.

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AddressImahama-cho, Moriyama-shi - Imakatata, Otsu-shi It was the first toll bridge to cross Lake Biwa and directly connecting the east and west sides of the lake. It opened to traffic in September 1964. This bridge divides Lake Biwa into Lake Biwa North and Lake Biwa South. There are bicycle and pedestrian paths on both sides of the bridge. The bridge is slightly higher at the Otsu end and has a gently arched shape to accommodate the large sightseeing boats that pass underneath. For this reason, the Lake Biwa Bridge has a gentle curve and looks beautiful on the lake surface with Mt. Hira in the background.

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Address2876 Imahama-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0101 About 12,000 early-blooming rapeseed blossoms named "Kanzaki Hanana (cold-flowering rapeseed)" bloom on an area of about 4,000㎡, providing a contrast to the snow-capped mountains of Hira.The best time to see them is usually from late January to early February.In summer, about 12,000 smaller sunflowers called "Kids' Smile" also bloom.The best time to see them is from mid-July to late July.

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Address2891-2 Kitagawa, 2891-2, Mizuho-cho, Moriyama-shi, Shiga 524-0102 Operating Hours9:30-17:00 (admission until 16:30) Regular holidaysMondays Official Website The museum is located on the shore of Lake Biwa, overlooking the Hiei and Hira Mountains. Its silhouette, combined with the beauty of the water garden that covers most of the site, accentuates the "space" of "light and shadow" and creates a sense of unity with the surrounding landscape.In this luxurious space, which has been described as a "floating museum on water," visitors can enjoy a leisurely view of the works of three masters: Japanese painter Ikuo Hirayama (1930-2009), sculptor Tadayoshi Sato (1912-2011), and potter Raku Kichizaemon.

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Address3518 Iwane, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3252 Operating Hours9:00-16:00 (Mar-Oct: admission until 17:00) Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website A temple of the Tendai sect located about 2.6 km northwest of JR Migumo Station, halfway up Mt. Iwane. It was built during the Wado period (708-714) in the middle of the Nara period (710-794) as a place of state protection and was called Wadoji Temple. In the early Heian period (794-1185), Saicho entered the temple, built a separate building for Enryaku-ji Temple (Enryaku-ji Temple), and converted the temple to the Tendai sect. The name of the temple was changed to the present one after Emperor Kanmu fell ill and Saicho offered sacred water to the emperor, who quickly recovered.

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AddressMikami, Yasua-shi, Shiga 520-2323 Official Website At 432 meters high, it is called Omi Fuji because of its beautiful shape with gently sloping ridges. It is also known as "Centipede Mountain" because of the legend that the warlord Tawara Touta exterminated the "giant centipede" that rolled seven and a half times around this mountain with his bow and arrow. It takes about 40 minutes from the trailhead to the summit, and there are log stairs and handrails on the steep slopes as well as signs to guide visitors. From the summit, a southwesterly view of Lake Biwa and the mountains of Hira can be seen.

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Address394 Koka-cho Oki, Koka-shi, Shiga 520-3405 Operating Hours10:00 - 17:00 Regular holidaysMondays Official Website About 1.8 km north of JR Koka Station, in the vast grounds of the Koga Village, the birthplace of the ninja, visitors can experience the world of the traditional hidden village with a ninja museum, a karakuri house, a water spider pond, and a shuriken dojo.　There is also a Rakuyaki Corner, where visitors can turn their own drawings into pottery, and a Yaki-Sugi Corner, where visitors can make various items out of Koka cedar (Japanese cedar).

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AddressArahari, Ritto-shi, Shiga 520-3003 Official Website The Konan Alps, including Mt. Konzen (Mt. Aboshi, Mt. Ryuoh, and Mt. Tosakayama), rise in the southern part of the town, which is rich in greenery.Mt. Ryuoh, which includes Konshoji Temple, which played a role in Buddhist culture during the Heian period, and Komasakamagaibutsu Buddha statue, which is said to have been created during the Heian period. The hiking trails also include rocks of unusual natural formations such as Mimi Iwa (ear rock) and Tengu Iwa (long nose goblin rock), from which the views are spectacular.

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Address6 Chome-5-1 Nishitera, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3121 Operating Hours10:00～16:00 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website A temple of the Tendai sect, located about 3.2 km southeast of Ishibe Station.It is the center of the "Aboshi Yama Gosenbo" (five thousand priests) established by Rōben in the mid Nara period (710-794) and was revered by successive emperors along with Chōjūji Temple in the early Heian period (794-1185).The large Japanese-style main hall, designated as a national treasure, stands majestically at the end of the wooded approach to the temple's spacious precincts, displaying the serene presence of an ancient temple.

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Address5 Chome-1-11 Higashitera, Konan-shi, Shiga 520-3111 Operating Hours9:00～16:00 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website Located at the northeastern foot of Mt. Asei (693.1 m), it is an ancient temple of the Tendai sect, called To-ji Temple in contrast to Joraku-ji Temple's West Temple.It is said to have been founded in the late Nara period (710-794) by Ryoben at the request of Emperor Shomu.After the temple was revived in the early Heian period (794-1185), it temporarily declined, but it is said that Minamoto no Yoritomo and the Ashikaga shoguns built and renovated various halls as prayer halls in the early Kamakura period and Muromachi period (1333-1573), respectively and even today, Ashikaga Takauji's Seisatsu (A sign that is posted on the roadside with a prohibition or a proclamation) is still kept there.

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Address1091 Oroshimocho, Kusatsu-shi, Shiga 525-0001 Operating Hours9:00 - 17:00 (admission until 16:00) Regular holidaysMondays Official Website With the theme of "Lakes and People," this is a "hands-on" museum where families can enjoy learning about the origins of Lake Biwa and the relationship between humans and living creatures.The aquatic exhibit, one of the largest displays of freshwater creatures in Japan, was renovated in the summer of 2016 and is now more powerful than ever. The very popular Baikal seal, which can only be seen here in western Japan, is a must-see.The "Jukan Trail (Tree Canopy Trail),” an aerial promenade from the museum to Lake Biwa, has also opened, bringing visitors even closer to Lake Biwa.

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Address1377 Rakuya, Koka-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 520-3412 Operating Hours9:00～16:00 Regular holidaysNo AdmissionDecember 17 - January 3 (due to temple events) Official Website It is located approximately 3 km northeast of JR Aburahi Station. It is the central temple of Tendai culture in this area and is generally known as "Ichii no Kannon-sama" (Kannon of Ichii). In the late Nara period (710-794), Saicho (774-907) experienced a spiritual dream and carved a statue of the eleven-faced Kannon (Goddess of Mercy) from a living yew tree, which became the principal image of the temple. The statue is 3.3 meters high, made of one piece of wood, with a vase in the left hand, a prayer bead in the right hand on the knee, and an eleven-faced incarnation of Buddha on the head. It has broad shoulders and a thick body, giving it a sturdy, heavy, and calm appearance.

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Address470 Kitatsuchiyama, Tsuchiyama-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 528-0211 Operating Hours9:00～17:00 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website Located along the Tamura River, a tributary of the Yasu River, this ancient shrine is nestled in a quiet forest. It is said to have been founded in the early Heian period (794-1185) with Sakanoue-no-Tamura-maro as its deity. At the beginning of the Meiji period (1868-1912), the shrine was reorganized into its present grandiose form after the nearby clan deities were abolished and enshrined together here. The shrine is also famous as a "god of warding off evil spirits" associated with the legend of Tamuramaro's extermination of demons, and the shrine's grand festival is held for three days around February 18 every year, attracting hundreds of thousands of people.

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Address1042 Aburahi, Koka-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 520-3413 Operating Hours9:00～17:00 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website It is located at the northwest foot of Mt. Aburahidake (694 m), about 1.7 km east of JR Aburahi Station. Aburahidaimyojin descended to the summit of this mountain in the past, and a great light was emitted at that time, hence the name "Aburahi-". The inner shrine of "Dake Daimyojin" is enshrined at the summit of the mountain, and Aburahi-jinja Shrine is the village shrine to the inner shrine. The shrine has long been revered by the Imperial Court, and was regarded as the head shrine of Koka, and was widely worshipped by the common people as the god of oil fire.

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Address2188-7, Tento, Shigaraki-cho, Koka-shi, Shiga 529-1804 Operating Hours9:30~17:00 Regular holidaysMondays Official Website Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park is located in Shigaraki, a town of pottery, and is rich in greenery with the theme of "ceramics. Inside the park are the Ceramic Museum, a museum specializing in ceramics, the Shigaraki Industrial Exhibition Hall, a Shigaraki pottery shop and gallery, and the Creative Training Hall, where artists from Japan and abroad stay and create.A large lawn is available for picnics with your family or pets.

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AddressJR Kibukawa - Shigaraki Station The Shigaraki Kogen Railway is a small local train that connects Shigaraki Station and JR Kisogawa Station in 24 minutes each way. The train climbs a steep incline, and the scenery of the four seasons can be seen from the windows. Please enjoy a leisurely train ride.

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AddressKusatsu River Ruins Park~ Lake Biwa This is a new cycling route connecting Kusatsu Station and Lake Biwa. You can stop by Kusatsu on your Biwaichi cycling road or cycle to Lake Biwa on your days off.Access to Kusatsu and Lake Biwa by bicycle will be more convenient.

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