Lake Biwa Kosei Area Tourist Map

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Address707 Asahi, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1501 TEL(FAX)0740-25-3790 Operating Hours11:00-16:00 Regular holidaysWednesdays & New Year holidays Official Website Kabata-kan is a dining establishment that prides itself on serving local cuisine with ingredients sourced from the Takashima area, offering heartfelt hospitality with carefully crafted dishes. It's a popular spot known for its regional dish "Shoimeshi". The name is believed to derive from "shoyu" (soy sauce) used for flavoring and the festive cheer of "Wasshoi" from festivals. The seasonal vegetable tempura and the "Shoimeshi" included Nonohana Gozen set meal come highly recommended. The homemade "Ohagi" (sweet rice balls) also has many fans. In addition to the dining service, they also sell homemade products and consignment items made in the city.

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Address688 Umehara, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1654 TEL(FAX)0740-33-7268 Operating HoursWeekdays 11:00-15:00 Weekends & National holidays 11:00-19:00 Regular holidaysThursdays Official Website This is a dining hall known for its exceptional value, extensively using local ingredients. While not flashy, we focus on natural, additive-free, and homemade food, cherishing the simplicity and coziness of our dishes. We offer a limited selection of items, all dedicated to satisfying our customers' desire for delicious food. When you're touring around, whether it's cycling around Lake Biwa, traveling the Mackerel Road, visiting the Metasequoia trees, or exploring Hakone Mountain, please do stop by.

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Address4942-1 Tanaka, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 530-1217 Operating Hours10:30-17:00 Regular holidaysThursdays * Winter holidays in Jan & Feb Official Website facebook Nestled in a corner of expansive fields and surrounded by the beautiful mountains of the Hira mountain range, this restaurant is well-known for its delicious rice cooked daily in a traditional hearth using spring water. The highlight here is the hearth-cooked rice, perfectly paired with wholesome side dishes made from locally sourced, seasonal vegetables. Enjoy our lunch menu, featuring rice and side dish sets or a hearty curry loaded with the bounty of the fields, all while taking in the magnificent views. In the summer, we also host blueberry picking events.

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Address2759-11 Warasono, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1511 TEL(FAX)0740-25-5257 Operating HoursLunch 11:00-15:00 (LO14:00) Dinner 17:30-20:30 (LO 19:30) Regular holidaysMonday nights and Tuesdays Instagram This log house restaurant is tucked away in a residential area of Takashima City, rich in nature. The restaurant serves a variety of Western-style dishes that both children and adults love, such as hamburgers, gratin, pasta, and omelette rice. The salad hors d'oeuvre, made with the finest ingredients, is a must-try. The restaurant also offers authentic course meals and sweets, so it is perfect for everyday use as well as for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries.

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Address9-2 Nishiyurugi, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1212 TEL(FAX)0740-32-0234 Operating Hours10:00-19:00 Regular holidaysJanuary 1st Official Website facebook Founded in 1961, this is the original "Tonchan" restaurant. Since its inception, our motto has been to offer "fresh and delicious chicken at affordable prices." We had a grand reopening on May 22, 2023, and in response to popular demand, we began selling a variety of side dishes in addition to our famous Tonchan. The "Takashima Tonchan Karaage" (fried chicken) is particularly recommended. Feel free to call ahead for reservations, and you can enjoy it freshly fried.

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Address2080-7, Kaizu, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1811 TEL(FAX)0740-28-8055 Operating Hours11:00-17:00（LO16:30) ※Cafe open irregularly Regular holidaysiIregular holidays *Please check the website Official Website Instagram Kodogu & Café Kaizu is located atop the stone mounds along the shores of Lake Biwa in Makino Town, Kaizu, which has been selected as a site of important cultural landscape by the country. Set in a rice storehouse that is about 200 years old, this renovated space allows you to casually browse through a collection of everyday folk tools and antiques, personally acquired by the owner. After immersing yourself in the antiques, please enjoy a cup of coffee on our terrace offering a breathtaking panoramic view of Lake Biwa. (Please note that café operations are irregular, so it's best to inquire in advance.)

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Address828 Fukuoka, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1652 TEL(FAX)080-5318-6226 Operating Hours11:30-16:00　(LO15:30) Regular holidaysMondays and Tuesdays, irregularly closed on Sundays *For details, see SNS Official Website The restaurant is well known for its "brown rice made with homegrown organic rice" and side dishes made with homemade malt and seasonings such as soy sauce made with traditional methods. The dishes made without flour or animal ingredients are gentle to the body and mind, and the restaurant is committed to providing a barrier-free environment where everyone can enjoy the same food at the same table. Enjoy your meal while being soothed by the scenery of rice paddies in the countryside.

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Address1443-1 Sawa, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1821 TEL(FAX)0740-27-0021 Operating Hours11:00-18:00（LO17:00） Regular holidaysWednesdays & Thursdays (with occasional holidays) Instagram A house café in Makino Town, Takashima City. Located near the entrance to a tree-lined avenue lined with approximately 500 metasequoia trees, the cafe is popular for its lunch and cakes made with local ingredients. Enjoy a relaxing meal in a soothing space where you can unwind. The store also sells handmade accessories, woodwork, and other works by artists.

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Address341-3 Kutsuki Kase, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1415 TEL(FAX)0740-38-2770 Operating Hours11:00-20:00 (LO 19:30) ※Hot Spring 10:00-20:30 Regular holidaysOct-early Mar: Tuesdays Apr-Jul: 2nd Tuesday of the month Aug-Sep: open everyday *there are temporary closures in Jun & Dec. Official Website facebook Instagram This restaurant is located in the "Green Park Forest of Memories" in Kutsuki. After taking a bath in the Kutsuki Hot Springs located in the same facility, be sure to enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant. Popular dishes include kamo-negi soba (buckwheat noodles) filled with Omi duck, fried "tonchan" (a Takashima specialty), and iwana (char) dishes using fresh iwana. The signature dish, saba-zushi (mackerel sushi), is made with locally produced Koshihikari rice and fresh domestic mackerel. Take-out is also available.

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Address275-1 Kutsuki Tochu, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1425 TEL(FAX)0740-38-3297フリーダイヤル 0120-38-3297 Operating Hours10:30-17:00 Regular holidaysMondays (*If Monday is a national holiday, closed the following day) This mackerel sushi restaurant is a pioneer in the Kutsuki area, located along the Saba Kaido (Mackerel Road). The restaurant is renowned for its made-to-order mackerel sushi, notable for its moist, raw finish. The combination of thick, fatty mackerel and sweet vinegar rice, made with Omi rice, is exceptionally well-matched. Primarily available for take-out, it is advisable to make reservations at least a day in advance. The sushi often sells out on holidays, and there is typically a long queue. *Reservations for dining seats are not available.

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Address296-1 Ukawa, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1122 TEL(FAX)0740-20-1331 Operating Hours11:00-17:00（ LO16:30） Regular holidaysWednesdays Official Website Instagram The café, operated by a local wooden construction company, offers a relaxing space imbued with the warmth of wood, featuring interiors that incorporate more than 70 different types of wood. With a focus on local production and consumption, the café is popular for its lunches, desserts, and coffee, all made with healthy ingredients. The coffee is crafted from specialty beans, a rare find as only 8% of these beans are imported into Japan. Additionally, a local roaster takes care to roast just enough beans to meet immediate needs, ensuring optimal freshness.

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Address318-1 Kutsuki Tochu, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1425 TEL(FAX)0740-38-2053 Operating Hours11:30-16:00 (LO) Saturdays, Sundays and National holidays 11:00-17:00 (LO) Dinner: Inquire us at least one day in advance. Regular holidaysMondays and 3 Tuesdays a month Visit our website for details. Official Website A small trattoria in the mountains, located in Kutsuki along the Saba Kaido (mackerel road). The restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes based on Italian cuisine, such as pizza and pasta, as well as gibier and smoked meats that go well with both lunch and drinks. Pets are welcome on the all-weather terrace, so we recommend enjoying your meal with your dog. Enjoy a slightly more mature holiday in a space where time passes leisurely. Homemade smoked products are also available for take-out.

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Address408, Imazu Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1621 TEL(FAX)0740-22-0208 Operating Hours11:00-15:30 Regular holidaysThursdays (open if Thursday is a national holiday) Located right in front of the tourist boat terminal for Chikubu Island (Imazu Port), near Lake Biwa, this soba noodle shop offers Ni-Hachi (20% wheat and 80% buckwheat) soba made from carefully selected ingredients. The aroma is inviting, and the authentic hand-made soba noodles allow for a full appreciation of the buckwheat's rich flavor, making the dining experience particularly memorable. The homemade dipping sauce also enhances the taste of the soba. The restaurant's specialties, Shukou Soba and Zaru Toro, come highly recommended. Additionally, the set of two pieces of mackerel sushi is very popular too.

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Address2245-5, Katsuno Daimon, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)0740-36-1314 Operating Hours9:00-14:00 （Bicycle rentals are returned by 5pm） Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Biwako-Takashima Rental Bicycles is a service operated independently by the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association in Takashima City.Bicycles can be rented from the tourist information centers at each station. You can also drop off and pick up your bike at any of the stations. Please check the website for bicycle types and details.

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Address601-2 Nishiyurugi, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1212 TEL(FAX)0740-32-2464 Operating Hours9:00-13:00 （Bicycle rentals are returned by 5pm） Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Biwako-Takashima Rental Bicycles is a service operated independently by the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association in Takashima City.Bicycles can be rented from the tourist information centers at each station. You can also drop off and pick up your bike at any of the stations. Please check the website for bicycle types and details.

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Address1-9, Nakoji, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1631 TEL(FAX)0740-22-4201 Operating Hours9:00-13:00 （Bicycle rentals are returned by 5pm） Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Biwako-Takashima Rental Bicycles is a service operated independently by the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association in Takashima City.Bicycles can be rented from the tourist information centers at each station. You can also drop off and pick up your bike at any of the stations. Please check the website for bicycle types and details.

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Address1209-8 Nishihama, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1812 TEL(FAX)0740-28-1188 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Biwako-Takashima Rental Bicycles is a service operated independently by the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association in Takashima City.Bicycles can be rented from the tourist information centers at each station. You can also drop off and pick up your bike at any of the stations. Please check the website for bicycle types and details.

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AddressOku-Biwako Makino Grand Park Hotel, 763-2 Nishihama, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1812 TEL(FAX)090-3670-5522(スクール） Operating Hours8:00-20:00 Regular holidaysnon-scheduled holiday Official Website Instagram North Style Oku-Biwako was started with the idea of offering a relaxing time while enjoying nature through SUP, based in the northern part of Lake Biwa where beautiful nature still remains. The proximity of the lake to the surrounding mountains allows you to enjoy the coexistence of the large scale nature and the clear water that is characteristic of the northern part of the lake. Visitors can also relax according to their own needs and pace, so spend as much time as time allows.

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Address336 Warasono, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1511 TEL(FAX)0740-25-8212 Operating HoursRestaurant 10:30-16:00 Phone Reception 9:00-18:00 Regular holidaysNo holidays except winter vacation Official Website STAGEX Takashima, located in Kosai, Shiga, is equipped with 10 cabins and 6 tent sites. It is gaining popularity as a glamping resort with day-trip BBQ, private sauna, and other facilities. The facility also has a café and a dog run, so use it for lunch or a break during a drive. The large windmill, the symbol of the resort, is a popular photo spot. It is also the most popular checkpoint on Lake Biwa.

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Address2981 Kitafunaki, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1232 TEL(FAX)0740-34-1392 Operating Hours9:00-18:00（Apr-Sep） 9:00-17:00（Oct～Mar） Regular holidaysMar-Nov: No holidays Dec - Feb: closed on Mondays & Tuesdays Official Website Located on the west side of Lake Biwa, Biwako Kodomo no Kuni is a large children's facility surrounded by water and greenery and rich in nature. The park has a vast lawn area and a variety of playground equipment for children of all ages, including a large athletic playground. The park also has a campground and lodging facilities, so it can be easily used by groups for training or by individuals such as families and friends.

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AddressTakashima City Tourism and Products Plaza 1F, 1-10-1 Asahi, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima City, Shiga 520-1501 TEL(FAX)0740-33-7101 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website The Biwako Takashima Bicycle Rental Service rents bicycles from the tourist information centers at each station. This service, operated independently by the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association in Takashima City, is attracting attention. Bicycles can be rented at each counter and returned to the same counter. Ride-and-drop service is also available, so you can use the service according to your needs. E-bikes (electrically power assisted bicycles) are available for rent only from and to the Biwako-Takashima Tourist Association office. See the website for details.

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AddressFukamizo, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1503 TEL(FAX)0740-33-7101 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysYear-end and New Year holidays Official Website Located along the shores of Lake Biwa, this open-air auto camping site is filled with a sense of freedom. It's divided into general sites and pet-friendly sites, and is popular as a relaxed, worry-free space. Enjoy a prime location with a direct view of Lake Biwa and spend your time as you wish. The convenience of being able to drive your car right into the camping site adds to the pleasure. Reservations can be made online.

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Address1091 Ukawa, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)090-1710-6818 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Official Website Instagram We offer Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) experiences and SUP Yoga classes on the majestic, beautiful, and calm waters of Lake Biwa. Our most popular experience is the SUP tour heading towards the mystical Shirahige Shrine, known for its floating torii gate. During free time, you can try the Mega SUP, which can accommodate large groups, or challenge yourself with SUP Yoga poses! We'll make sure to capture plenty of photos for you!

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Address987-1 Shishigase, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1142 TEL(FAX)0740-37-0744 Operating Hours8:00-17:00 Regular holidaysTuesdays (Summer season: open everyday) Official Website Instagram Gulliver Village, a youth travel village, is a "fun-filled campsite" located on the lush west side of Lake Biwa, just about 70 minutes from the Kyoto East IC, offering excellent accessibility. The campsite features cottages and auto-sites that take full advantage of the natural scenery and offers a variety of playground equipment for fun throughout the day. At night, you can enjoy a sky full of stars. The campsite includes an athletic area where children and adults alike can play freely. In summer, enjoy river play and popular craft workshops, immersing yourself in the great outdoors.

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Address230 Kutsuki Kogawa, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1431 TEL(FAX)0740-38-5050 Operating Hours7:30-16:30 Regular holidaysVaries by season (check website) Official Website Instagram Kutsuki Kogawa Keiryu Center is a place where you can experience activities in the great outdoors. Visitors can enjoy mountain stream fishing, barbecues, camping, and more. The popular mountain stream fishing is easy for small children and first-timers to enjoy because fish are released on the spot into the artificial mountain stream. Caught fish can also be enjoyed on the BBQ.

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Address835-1 Terakubo, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1834 TEL(FAX)0740-27-1811 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 ※Varies by store Regular holidaysWednesdays (or the following day if Wednesday is a national holiday) Year-end and New Year holidays Official Website facebook The orchard also has a restaurant, café, produce stand, and handmade gelato stand, and visitors can spend the entire day here picking blueberries, apples, chestnuts, sweet potatoes, grapes, and other seasonal fruits from late May through November. The 2.4-km long metasequoia tree-lined avenue of 500 trees that runs through the orchard is also a must-see.

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Address2250 Warasono, ShinAsahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1511 TEL(FAX)0740-20-7448 Operating Hours●Lure fishing Oct-Mar 7:00-17:00 Apr-Sep 7:00-17:30 ●Fishing pond, barbecue 8:00-16:30 Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website X(Twitter) Instagram A managed fishing area using spring water, where rainbow trout and char can be caught throughout the year. The 12,000-tsubo (9,000-square-meter) site features one of the largest lure fishing areas in Japan, a fishing pond, a fish-catching pond, and a 250-seat covered BBQ facility where you can grill your catch and eat it with meat and vegetables. The park is conveniently located 1.3 km from JR Shin Asahi Station, making it easy to reach by train.

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Address5-25 Harie, Shin Asahi-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1502 TEL(FAX)0740-28-7797 Operating Hours10:00-17:00 Cafe 11:00～17:00 (LO16:00) Regular holidays Wednesdays and Thursdays Official Website Instagram The next generation of hydroponic agriculture is a unique design of highly efficient equipment with a well water supply using the ultimate sustainable circulation system. Perfect organic tomato cultivation and shrimp farming. We are aiming for the 6th industrialization of original products using crops grown in the same circulation system combined with aquaponics farming methods, which is hard to find anywhere else.

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Address838 Kutsuki Ichiba, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1401 TEL(FAX)0740-38-3711 Operating Hours10:00-18:00 Lunch time 11:00-14:00 Cafe time 10:00-17:00 Regular holidaysTuesdays & Year-end and New Year holidays Official Website facebook Instagram Maruhachi Department Store is located in the center of Kutsuki, on the Saba Kaido (mackerel road), and is designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan. Built in 1933, it is an atmospheric wooden Western-style building with an open atrium on the first floor, a Western-style cafe on the second floor, and a Japanese-style tatami room on the third floor. The building also sells local specialties and offers a café menu that includes lunch, coffee, and other items. It also functions as a tourist information center, making it a useful place to gather information when visiting the Kutsuki area.

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Address1387-1 Katsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)0740-36-1011 Operating Hours8:30-17:30 Regular holidaysWeekends & National holidays Official Website Instagram A long-established sake brewery has been producing sake for more than 270 years since its establishment in the mid-Edo period. Using high-quality rice from Omi and water from the Hira mountain range, they aim to produce sake with a mild, delicious flavor and a clean aftertaste that becomes more apparent with each sip. In addition to their authentic, deep-flavored sake, they also offer a wide variety of options, including sake made from domestic fruit and innovative varieties reminiscent of white wine.

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Address1406-2 Katsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)0740-36-0218 Operating Hours9:00-18:00 Regular holidaysWednesdays & Year-end and New Year holidays Official Website We strive to make our sweets as wholesome as possible, using minimal additives and focusing on being gentle to the body. Our Adberry roll has become immensely popular, unique for its use of local specialty Adberry (as know as boysenberry), and enhanced with a secret touch of our homemade vinegar. Known as 'Village Building No. 3' in the former Takashima Town of Shiga Prefecture, we've received high acclaim from tourists and international visitors alike.

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Address1400 Katsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)0740-36-1266 Operating Hours10:00-15:00 Regular holidaysMondays (*If Monday is a national holiday, closed the following day) Official Website Instagram 5 minute walk from JR Kosei Line, Omi Takashima Station. A sightseeing and experience spot in Takashima City, renovated from an Edo period merchant's house. Visitors can experience candle and herbarium making at the Birekkuji No. 1 building. There are many experience plans recommended for children, families, and women's groups. Candles from 1,320 yen and up Herbarium from 1,980 yen. Time required: 60-75 minutes.

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Address2-5-8 Sumiyoshi, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1623 TEL(FAX)0740-22-0557 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysWeekends & National holidays Official Website facebook X(Twitter) Instagram A lakeside resort hotel with a panoramic view of Lake Oku-BiwakoThe cherry blossoms of Kaizu-Osaki, the deep green of Chikubu Island, and Makino Sunny Beach, said to be the most beautiful beach in Lake Biwa. The Oku-Biwako Makino Grand Park Hotel is located on a private beach with a panoramic view of the various flavors of Oku-Biwako. The hotel is a resort hotel where you can enjoy various attractions such as sightseeing, visiting famous sites, and sports around the magnificent Lake Biwa spread out before your eyes.A Japanese candle specialty store established in 1914. The warm light of candles made with 100% domestic and natural plant wax is soothing. The store presents a diverse array of candles, perfect for both Shinto and Buddhist rituals as well as everyday use. Embracing the theme 'Lights for Daily Life', it also showcases a comprehensive selection of candlesticks and an array of candle-related tools.

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Address1287 Katsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 TEL(FAX)0740-20-2042 Operating Hours10:00-17:00 Regular holidaysMondays and Thursdays Official Website Instagram A funa-zushi specialty store established in 1619. They carefully select ingredients and spend a lot of time and effort to ferment and mature funa zushi using the traditional "Hyakume Hyakkan Sennichi" method, which sticks to the traditional wooden vat brewing method. We are constantly pursuing new varieties of funa zushi that are in tune with the times, such as "Iizuke Sen-nichi Zuke" with a sour taste and deep flavor, "Omizo Kanrozuke" with the mellow taste of sake lees, "Haruosubuna" with ancient red rice, and "Hakko Wagohan (fermented rice with yuzu)" which is an evolutionary version of funa-zushi.

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Address62 Nishiyurugi, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1212 TEL(FAX)0740-32-1345 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysnon-scheduled holiday Official Website Takashima folding fans have a history and tradition of 350 years. The fan has been a part of the Japanese people's life since ancient times, and is flexible and soft. The history of Takashima Sensu dates back to the time of Tsunayoshi, the fifth Tokugawa Shogun, when Gensai Hasegawa, son of Sogen Shimizu of Ota in Shin Asahi Town, planted bamboo along the river to prevent flooding and to make folding fans. The shop offers a wide variety of original fans, including those depicting Otsu-e paintings and the eight sceneries of Omi. Be sure to try the elegant folding fans unique to the lake country.

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Address89 Tanaka, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1217(In Takashima City Chamber of Commerce) Operating Hours9:00-17:45 (Contact: Shiga Fan Industry Association) Fan ribs, quite literally, refer to the structural parts of a fan (excluding the paper). Most of the Takashima fan ribs are shipped to Kyoto, where they are decorated with painted paper and sold as Kyoto fans, making them generally unknown to the public. In fact, most domestically produced fan ribs (made of bamboo) are manufactured here. In recent years, local artisans have been attaching Japanese paper to these ribs and finishing them as "Omi fans." They express their originality through designs characteristic of Shiga Prefecture, such as Otsu-e paintings and scenes from the Eight Views of Omi.

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AddressKitafunaki, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Takashima 520-1232 This traditional fishing method involves setting up mats in a fan shape to drive upriver ayu (sweetfish) to the riverbank for capture. Kita-Funaki in Adogawa Town became a Mikuriya (a kitchen for offerings) of the Kamo Shrine in Kyoto in 1090, offering fresh fish caught from the Adogawa River and Lake Biwa. This tradition has been passed down to this day. It's a historic fishing method that has been preserved and developed as a privilege of being a Mikuriya. (Mikuriya: estates established from the Nara period (710-794) to offer seafood, fruits, etc., to the Imperial family.)

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AddressShimoOgawa, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1223 Operating Hours24 hrs This location is frequently used in period dramas. Experience a special time at Omi-Shirahama, where the scenery transforms with each passing phase of the day – morning, noon, dusk, and night. Enjoy the changing views that complement each scene of the day.

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AddressHamabun, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1604 Operating Hours24 hrs Located northward along the lakeshore from Imazu Port, it is a beautiful beach covered with green pine trees. The beach is shallow and the waves are gentle, and the water quality is excellent. The beach is crowded with bathers during the season, and many waterfowl, including whooper swans, visit the beach every winter. In addition, the Kosai Pine Forest, selected as one of the 100 most scenic spots in Lake Country, stands in a row.Please note that cars, camping, barbecues, etc. are not permitted in the swimming area.

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AddressKatsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 Operating Hours24 hrs It is a quiet and scenic beach blessed with shallow waters and green pine forests, and has been selected as one of the100 best beaches in Japan.

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Address931 Makino, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1836 Operating Hours24 hrs Official Website The approximately 80km trail from Arachigoe in Makino, passing through the mountains of Imazu and leading to Mikunidake in Kutsuki, is located in the central part of the central divide, which separates the Japan Sea side and the Pacific side of the Japanese archipelago. This area is unique for combining the climates and vegetation of east, west, south, and north. The Takashima Trail utilizes ancient paths and mountain trails that were once overgrown and unused. It was created by connecting hiking trails, which locals from various places painstakingly maintained, in conjunction with the merger of five towns and one village.

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Address931 Makino, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1836 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Regular holidaysSki season Late December - Mid-March Official Website In 1983, 1,000 yaezakura, oshima-zakura, and someiyoshino cherry trees were planted on the Makino Plateau in the upper part of the plateau.Each type of cherry blossom blooms at a different time, so you can enjoy the flowers for a long period of time.After viewing the flowers and strolling around the Makino Plateau, please relax at the Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa (hot spring).

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AddressHiokimae, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1655 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 Operating hours are subject to change on the night gondola days. Please check our website for updates. Regular holidaysGreen Season: Apr 29 (Sat) - Nov 12 (Sun) Ski season: Late Dec - Mid Mar Official Website The Hakone Mountain Ski Resort, which operated a lily garden during the summer for 11 seasons starting in 2009, has been renewed since July 18, 2020, as a flower field featuring petunias and kochia. Additionally, flowers like salvia, zinnia, and sunflowers are planted, allowing visitors to enjoy the full bloom throughout the season. Popular attractions such as the hill with views of Lake Biwa, the rainbow curtain of Takashima chijimi, the wind chime alley, the parfait specialty store LAMP, and Kids World will continue to operate as well.

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AddressMakino, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1835 Operating Hours24 hrs Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year The town road Sawamakino line, which runs through Makino Pic-Land, and the prefectural road Koaraji Makinosawa line that continues alongside it, feature about 500 Metasequoia trees planted over a stretch of 2.4 km. These trees harmonize with the distant Nosaka mountain range, forming a highland-like landscape that serves as an approach to the Makino Plateau. The trees enchant visitors throughout the year with their budding leaves and fresh greenery in spring, deep green in summer, autumn foliage, and bare branches and snowflakes in winter. In 1994, this area was selected as one of the "New 100 Best City Tree Scenes in Japan" by the Yomiuri Shimbun, attracting widespread attention.

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Address215 Ukawa, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1122 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 (shrine office) Regular holidaysOpen every day of the year Official Website This shrine is located about 2 km south of JR Omi-Takashima Station. It features a large, red torii gate in the lake and its main hall stands across from National Route 161. Widely known and loved as "Shirahige-san" and "Myojin-san," it is also referred to as "Omi's Itsukushima." True to its name, the shrine is revered as a deity of longevity and prolonged life. It is also worshipped for various aspects of human endeavor and fortune, including matchmaking, fertility, good luck and prosperity, academic success, traffic safety, and maritime safety. The enshrined deity is Sarutahiko-no-Mikoto.

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Address1501 Hirokawa, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1611 TEL(FAX)0740-33-7101（公社）びわ湖高島観光協会 A natural masterpiece created by the underground water of Aibano, the Zazensou colony is a sight to behold. Zazensou, a perennial herb of the Araceae family, is named for its resemblance to a meditating monk; its large, purplish-brown spathe is likened to a Buddha's halo, and the yellow flowers inside are seen as the monks themselves. Blooming from mid-February to March, these flowers herald the arrival of spring in the Kosei region. The sight of such a large colony is extremely rare in the prefecture.

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AddressIkadachitochu-cho - Katsuragawa Hosokawa-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga 520-0361 Operating Hours24 hrs Official Website In recent years, the network of roads connecting Wakasa and Kyoto, now known as the "Mackerel Road," has served as a route for not only food but also various goods, people, and cultures. Along these roads, you'll find an array of cultural heritage sites, including temples and shrines, traditional townscapes, and folk cultural properties. Following the Mackerel Road allows you to experience the history of travel and human activities that stretch from ancient times to the present.

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Address30, Imazu, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1621 Operating Hours9:00-17:00 (Biwako Kisen Steamship Reservation Center) Official Website Enjoy a roughly 30-minute boat journey to the power spot Chikubu Island. You can board the boat from either Nagahama Port or Imazu Port, making it perfect for those on a free-spirited trip!

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Address3061-1 Katsuno, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1121 Operating Hours24 hrs In the era of the Manyoshu, the area around Otomegaike, then known as the "Sea of Katori," extended to the foot of the mountains, forming an inlet of Lake Biwa. Later, this area witnessed significant historical events. It is where, following his failed uprising, Emino Oshikatsu was captured at Miogasaki in Takashima District and subsequently executed at "Katsuno no Onie". The ruins of Mionoki Castle, which is said to have fallen during the Jinshin revol, are believed to be located in the mountains behind. The area, rich with history, now lends a romantic air to the lake's surface.

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Address856 Hata, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1144 Operating Hours24 hrs Within the 15.4 hectares of the Hata district in Takashima City, terraced fields geometrically stretch out, seamlessly following the slopes. The Hata settlement, adjacent to Kutsuki, is dotted with houses, seemingly watched over by terraced fields that spread like a mortar across the mountain flanks at elevations of 300 to 400 meters. It is said that in days gone by, these terraced fields extended near the mountain tops, turning the quiet mountain hamlets to a golden hue in the bountiful autumn.

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AddressKaizu, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1811 Operating Hours24 hrs The cherry blossoms of Kaizu Osaki, selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan," span approximately 4 km along the shores of Lake Biwa. Featuring about 800 splendid Somei Yoshino trees, ranging from venerable ones over 80 years old to younger saplings, the site offers a breathtaking view. The peak blooming period is typically in early April, although this can vary depending on the climate. Kaizu Osaki is known in the Kinki region as a spot for late-blooming cherry blossoms.

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Address1689-2, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1621 TEL(FAX)0740-22-6666 Official Website facebook X(Twitter) Instagram The Imazu Sunbridge Hotel opened in 1994 on the shores of Lake Biwa in Takashima.In addition to guest rooms, the restaurant and banquet halls offer dynamic views of the magnificent "Lake Biwa" and the mountains on the opposite shore, including the sacred mountain "Mt. Ibuki," while the sight of "Chikubujima," the island of God, where sightseeing boats come and go, is beautifully reflected on the lake surface.

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Address763-2 Nishihama, Makino-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-181 TEL(FAX)0740-28-1111 Official Website facebook Instagram A lakeside resort hotel with a panoramic view of Lake Oku-BiwakoThe cherry blossoms of Kaizu-Osaki, the deep green of Chikubu Island, and Makino Sunny Beach, said to be the most beautiful beach in Lake Biwa. The Oku-Biwako Makino Grand Park Hotel is located on a private beach with a panoramic view of the various flavors of Oku-Biwako. The hotel is a resort hotel where you can enjoy various attractions such as sightseeing, visiting famous sites, and sports around the magnificent Lake Biwa spread out before your eyes.

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Address341-3 Kutsukikase, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1415 TEL(FAX)0740-38-2770 Official Website facebook Instagram Refreshment park in the lush green forest. You can stay at Sanso Kutsuki (Japanese-style and Western-style rooms) and bungalows in a relaxed atmosphere. The facility also has a natural grass field and a gymnasium, making it ideal for sports camps! After sweating it out in sports and other activities, you can refresh yourself at Kutsuki Onsen Tenku. The name comes from the legend of tengu, or heavenly goblins, that are said to have run around in the mountains and fields of Kutsuki in the olden days. Effective for treating neuralgia and relieving fatigue, the spa also features an open-air tengu bath, sauna, and other facilities.

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Address2300-1 Shimo-Ogawa, Adogawa-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga 520-1223 TEL(FAX)0740-32-0451 Official Website Shirahamaso has been supported by many guests who love Lake Biwa and the nature of Omi in front of Omi Shirahama, which is selected as one of the 100 best beaches in Japan.Please spend an irreplaceable day on the shore of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.