Things to do in Shiga Prefecture
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Tours & day trips
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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Full Day Private Guided Tour
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Kimono Tea Ceremony Experience at Kyoto Oritsuruya, Nishiki
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Katsuo-ji, Atago Nenbutsu-ji & Arashiyama Hiking Tour
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Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience in a Kyoto Cultural Asset
What to do in Shiga Prefecture
Popular places to visit
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone when you spend time at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Shirahige Shrine
After visiting Shirahige Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Takashima. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's hot springs.
Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Taga Shrine
After visiting Taga Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Taga. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.
Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Mount Ibuki
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Ibuki during your travels in Maibara. Discover the area's mountain views and temples.
Biwako Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Areas of Shiga Prefecture
Ogoto
If you're spending some time in Ogoto, Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen are top sights worth seeing.
Minamikusatsu
While Minamikusatsu isn't home to many top sights, Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Kusatsujuku Honjin are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shimo-sakamoto
While visiting Shimo-sakamoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
Katata
While visiting Katata, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park.
