Things to Do - Shiga | GOOD LUCK TRIP

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Museums

MIHO MUSEUM

In addition to appreciating ancient art from around the world, it is a museum where you can pay attention to the architectural beauty that is taken from “Togenkyo”.

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Nature Spots

Lake Biwa

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A lake in Shiga Prefecture that boasts the largest area and water storage capacity in Japan, belonging to the Yodo River system of first-grade rivers.

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Full of Spectacular Views and Power Spots! 11 Popular Places to Visit Around Lake Biwa

It’s no exaggeration to say that Lake Biwa is Japan’s most famous lake. Not only is it the largest lake in the country, but the area around it is also dotted with sightseeing spots, making it an appealing destination where you can enjoy a wide variety of experiences. By visiting the popular lakeside attractions introduced in this article, you’ll be able to fully enjoy its charm. We’ll also share helpful travel information, including the best seasons to visit and access tips. Be sure to read this before heading out to explore Lake Biwa.
Lake Biwa in Shiga ~Go on excursion of the lake district~

For six months after October, “The culture of water” campaign will take place in Shiga, especially around lake Biwa. Before the campaign starts, I decided to visit the eastern and northern sides of lake Biwa. The themes of my excursions are “water and life”, “water and prayer”, and “water and food”. I walked around, talk to locals, and ate local cuisine to re-discover the charm of this beautiful area and “The culture of water”.

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Famous Places

Biwako Hakodateyama Mountain

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In the summer, you can enjoy the flowers as part of the green season, and in the winter, you can enjoy the silvery white slopes of the ski resort.

The Head Temple of the Tendai Sect, Mt. Hiei (Hieizan) Enryakuji Temple

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Shrines & Temples

The Head Temple of the Tendai Sect, Mt. Hiei (Hieizan) Enryakuji Temple

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A solemn temple divided into three areas where the entire mountain becomes the precincts.

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Immerse Yourself in Japan’s History & Culture! The Complete Sightseeing Guide to Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei

Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei is the head temple of the Tendai sect (the temple that oversees the sect) and is famous as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site with over 1,200 years of history. If you’re going to visit Enryaku-ji, you’ll want to make the most of what it has to offer. This article is for first-time visitors and covers key sights, the features of each of the three areas across its vast grounds, recommended seasons to visit, and other essential tips in as much detail as possible.

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Shrines & Temples

Mii-dera (Onjoji) Temple

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The national treasure, Kondo hall, and many cultural properties are in this Tendai Jimon Sect’s head temple in Otsu City, Shiga.

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Tourist Attractions

Hachiman-bori Canal

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It is a castle town that prospered as a commercial city in connection with the Omi merchants. Have fun with the charm from both land and water.

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Shrines & Temples

Daihonzan Eigenji Temple

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One of the most famous places in Kansai for autumn foliage, where people continue to pray for zazen study and safety under the sun.

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Discovering Japan's Roots: Eigen-ji Temple and Mandokoro Tea Experience

Known as a popular spot for autumn foliage, Daihonzan Eigen-ji is a temple in Shiga Prefecture that draws countless worshippers and tourists from both within Japan and abroad. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the unique ways of ancient temples, like "zazen" meditation-where one learns to regulate breathing and posture to confront oneself in silence-and savoring "shojin ryori" or traditional Buddhist vegetarian cuisine, which offers insights into the teachings of Buddha. To spice up your trip, make your way over to Oku Eigen-ji, a village nearby that brings visitors to the forefront of "Mandokoro tea," a harvest made entirely organic and pesticide-free. Take this tour and see into untouched naturescapes, old-world lifestyles that took root as the natural model of SDGs, truly in tuen with the natural resources of the land.

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Shrines & Temples

Omi Shrine

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A shrine associated with Emperor Tenji, who established the Omi Otsu no Miya Imperial Palace and laid the foundation for the establishment of the ancient nation. It is also famous as a sacred place for clocks and karuta (playing cards).