Surrounded by the rich nature of Lake Biwa and local mountains, Omi Ogoto Herb Garden grows its herbs using organic farming methods. In addition to touring the garden, you can pick herbs and join workshops, enjoying hands-on experiences that let…

North central

Jozui-ji Temple is a Buddhist temple of the Rinzai sect that was founded by Kaso Sodon in the Muromachi period (1336-1573). The temple is well known for being the training ground of Ikkyu Sojun, the famously quick-witted priest who was…

Northern / North central

Honpuki-ji Temple was constructed during the Showa period (1926-1989) as part of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism. Honpuku-ji Temple is well known for being used as a base of operation by the priest Rennyo (famous for his efforts in…

Northern / North central

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

In the Middle Ages, Katata controlled all of Lake Biwa’s water transport and fishing rights, and it prospered as a self-governing city on par with Senshu-Sakai. This local museum offers a window into the history and culture of the Folk…

North central

Jinushi Shrine is where the local Shinto deity of Katsuragawa, Shikobuchi Daimyoujin is enshrined. The worship hall, offerings hall, and main shrine are all three lined up in a row on the west side of the shrine. The main shrine…

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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

Kanou Shoujuan believes that Japan’s traditional wagashi sweets exist alongside the natural beauty of Japan, and strives to create sweets filled with an equal beauty. Also, because we are located in the southeast of Otsu City, in a 207,900 m²…

Southern

This garden is located in the former home of a samurai named Isomeshi. The garden is said to be the collaborative work of the samurai Kitamura Yuan and the tea master Fujimura Yoken, who practiced during the same period that…

Northern / North central

The thatched roof (kayabuki) is a product of ancient wisdom, designed to endure the changing seasons with ease. As these traditional houses decline year by year, those remaining have become increasingly rare. Currently, this house is preserved through the cooperation…

Northern

The “Stone Warding Jizo” is located at the base of a steep cliff known locally as the armor rock, at the northern edge of the national highway running through Kitakomatsu. This cliff was prone to frequent falling rocks, making it…

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