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Visit Hieizan Enryakuji temple and Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.
Shiga is home to Hieizan Enryakuji, a majestic temple with 1,200 years of history, as well as to Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. Visit viewing spots and cafes overlooking the lake to enjoy great views of nature.
Recommended places to visit in SHIGA
List of facilities with special offers
- Biwako Otsukan Yanagasaki Lakeside Park English Garden
- Nagara Crafts Pavilion Mitsuhashi Setsuko Art Museum
- Ishiyama-dera Temple
- Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine
- Saikyoji Temple
- Enman-in Temple (Otsu-e Art Museum)
- Onjoji Temple (Miidera Temple)
- Otsu City Museum of History
- Kunin Yashiki (former Okamoto residence)
- Former Chikurin-in
- Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple
- Lake Biwa Michigan Cruise
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Areas you can travel to with KANSAI RAILWAY PASS
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OSAKA
The most popular area in Kansai,
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KYOTO
Kyoto is the place to visit if you want to enjoy traditional Japan.
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NARA
This is an area with many historic temples and shrines, as well as lots of nature.
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KOBE/HIMEJI
Kobe is a town surrounded by the ocean and mountains, while Himeji boasts Himeji Castle, a world heritage site.
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WAKAYAMA
It is renowned for world-heritage Koyasan.
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SHIGA
Visit Hieizan Enryakuji temple and Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.