Culture Shiga Omi Textile Factory Kenny King Hin Choi The Shiga Omi textil facrtory is the only factory in the Shiga region practicing authentic ways of textile production.
12 Temples & Shrines Shirahige Shrine Cathy Cawood The "floating" tori at Shirahige Shrine is smaller than the tori at Miyajima, but forms a beautiful scene against the backdrop of..
Museums Okishima Chris Glenn Okishima is unique as the only inhabited lake in Japan and it’s long history is even more unique. The 450 residents descended ..
Area Otsu Ōtsu is the capital city of Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Ōtsu is known as the main port of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. It briefly served as the capital of Japan during the Asuka period..
Historical Hiking to Enryaku-ji Temple Ryoji Aramaki Hike to Enryakuji is a great way to see a world heritage site for free.
Historical Chikubu Island, Lake Biwa Charlotte Griffiths In the centre of Lake Biwa is the tiny island of Chikubu, full of temples, trees and plate throwing to make wishes come true.
Traditional Hachiman-bori Canal Boat Ride Nadiah Endarwy A traditional boat ride at Omihachiman Canal is perfect place to release your inner Hime and Oji-Sama (young prince and princess)...