The enshrined deity of Kanda Shrine is Hikokuni Fukinomikoto. The main shrine building was constructed in the Nanbokucho period (1336-1392) using the “Sangensha Nagarezukuri” style, and is recognized as an important cultural property of Japan. Against a background of green…

North central

It flourished as the center of distribution for goods using water transport on Lake Biwa. During the 17th century, over 1,000 Maruko-bune wooden transport ships sailed across the lake, and it bustled with goods from across Japan. Nowadays, it is…

Central

This shrine is linked to Fujiwara no Hidesato (Tawara no Tōda), who quelled Taira no Masakado’s rebellion. According to legend, during the Heian period, at the request of Otohime from the dragon palace at the bottom of the river beneath…

Southern

This museum tells the history of zezeyaki pottery, famous as one of the seven pottery kilns favored by the tea ceremony master Kobori Enshu. Exhibitions feature tea containers, bowls, pitchers, and more. Visitors can also enjoy matcha tea from zezeyaki…

Central

Opened in April of 2016. Featuring a combination of both local and inbound elements, MEGA Don Quijote Otsu includes Shiga prefecture’s first tax-free counter. We sell products ranging from daily necessities, food, cosmetics, and party goods, to our outdoor and…

Central