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![[Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture] The paradise-themed illumination is back and better than ever this year (decorated with wind chimes...](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi6e224x9a6cdd7uB0B6_W_320_0_R5.jpg?proc=source/trip)
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[Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture] The paradise-themed illumination is back and better than ever this year (decorated with wind chimes...
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Do you know this place?! Shiga Prefecture's number one tourist spot: Biwako Valley
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Shiga｜An INFP's Autumn Walk at Miidera Temple
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![[Shiga/Luxurious hot spring inn] The only special room with an open-air bath!! ✨️](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/1mi5n224x8xmfcsb9CF08_W_320_0_R5.jpg?proc=source/trip)
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[Shiga/Luxurious hot spring inn] The only special room with an open-air bath!! ✨️
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I'll tell you what no one else will tell you! Complete guide to the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival ※Things to be aware of at Yumemigaoka Observatory🎇
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Lake Biwa and Mii-dera Temple, Shiga Prefecture
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The moment I opened the curtains, I felt like I was already immersed in Lake Biwa..
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Mountaintop Cafe with a 360° View of Lake Biwa: Switzerland Vibes in Japan!
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LEGOLAND Discovery Center Osaka
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Kyoto Railway Museum
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Universal Studios Japan 25th Anniversary "Discover U!!!"
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Amaharashi Coast (Noto Peninsula Quasi-National Park)
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Natural sceneryBeaches and shores
Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Kudari)
4.7/5381 Reviews
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Tennen Onsen Naniwanoyu
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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
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Nakishirahama Onsen
4.8/519 Reviews
Atami Onsen
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Okuhida Onsengo
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Popular Types of Attractions in Otsu
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Cable car | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Science & technology museums | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Exhibitions & events | Concerts | Performances | Exhibitions | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Cycling | Hiking | Parks | Skybound experiences
Popular Attractions in Otsu
Shinozu Shrine | Otsu Service Area (Eastbound) | Choyozan Kotoku Temple | Seta no Karahashi Bridge | Senko-ji Temple | Gichu-ji Temple | Gesshin Temple | Saikyo-ji Temple | Ryosha Shrine | Ōtsu Civic Hall | Kosaiji | Lighthouse of Dejima | Shozuidera | Kakushoritsuan | Anyo Temple / Tachikikannon | East Sanctuary | Nagara Park | Ryotoge | Tokai Jiyuhodo | Cedar for Praying for the Emperor | ENMANIN (Otsu Painting Museum) | Sekinosemimaru Shrine | Izu Shrine | Mangetsu-ji Temple Uki-midō (Floating Hall) | Hiyoshi Toshogu | Apina Kizzupakuotsukyoten | Isomeshi's Garden | Shinkansen Observatory Terrace | Onoimoko Park | Jotokuji
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Popular Restaurants in Otsu
THE CALENDAR | Omi Beef Specialty Restaurant Matsukiya Main Store | Aunty Mee Burger | Sputnic | Bbq Hoshi | Riho Chinese Restaurant | Miiderachikaramochi Honke | Lake view Dining Biona | Nagisa Warms | Raju, Katata | Teppanyaki Oomi | Ogoto Onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei | Cafe Bar Cervino | Ristorante Lago | Shinpuku Saikan - Otsukyo | Mochihyo | La Pietra | KURA SUSHI Katata Branch | Champontei Sohonke Foleo Ichiriyama | Pacioccone | Kanekichi | Katsukura Otsu | Cafe De L'abbye | Sato-yu Mukashibanashi Yuzanso | Yoshinoya Otsu Zeze | Kaneyo | Tsuruki-soba | French Belle Recamier Royal Oak Hotel Spa & Gardens | The Meshiya Otsu Zeze | CARMEL BEACH CLUB
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Popular Trip Moments
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Shiga tour: Biwako Valley · Lake Biwa terrace + Shirahige Shrine, Omihachiman 1-day tour M | Lake Biwa 1-day tour, hidden gem in the mountains by Lake Biwa, check in Shirahige Shrine floating torii | pure sightseeing group | Lake Biwa Michigan Cruise Ticket (60 min/90 min option available) | Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine + Biwako Valley cable car + Omihachiman 1-day tour | [Guaranteed Departure] Nagoya Highlight Day Tour with Osu Street & Osu Kannon from Osaka | A one-day trip to Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, Shirasu Shrine, and Omihachiman. | 1-day tour to lake biwa, bei lvming art journey, shirahige shrine and floating torii gate (pure sightseeing with no shopping) | Private charter 1-day tour to Lake Biwa Shirahige in Japan with dedicated transfer | Customize your itinerary | Kansai Shiga Tour: MIHO MUSEUM + Old Chikurin-in + Shirahige Shrine, Enjoy the Scenic Views of Lake Biwa | Hieizan, Enryakuji & Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine: Guided Day Tour | 1-day tour to Nagoya Castle + Osu Shotengai shopping street + Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology from Osaka to Nagoya | [Guaranteed Departure] Autumn Shiga Hachiman-bori & Metasequoia Tour from Osaka | Japan SoftBank 4G/5G eSIM | TikTok & ChatGPT Available | Day Pass/Total Data Package | 24-Hour Billing | QR Code | Global (77 Countries) 5G/4G eSIM | Supports Google Maps/TikTok/ChatGPT | Data Plan | 24-Hour Billing | 1–7 Days | QR code | Japan 5G eSIM | Supports Google Maps / ChatGPT | Daily/Total Data Plans | 24-Hour Billing | 1–30 Days | QR Code | Osaka Kyoto Kamikōchi bus center express direct bus refreshing Shinshu-go | 1-day classic small group tour from Osaka: Sanzen-in + Kifune Shrine + Arashiyama train | Afternoon tea cruise on the Concerto in Kobe, Japan (harbor views + exquisite desserts + elegant cruise experience) | Kobe: ANCHOR nightclub admission ticket + drink (exclusive for foreign visitors) | Kyoto: Nijo Castle and Kyoto Imperial Palace Guided Tour | Kyoto, Japan|Kyoto Sky Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus | 1-day tour of Nara Park + Kyoto's ancient capital + Fushimi Inari Taisha with adorable deer interaction | 1-day tour private charter in Osaka/Kyoto to Amanohashidate, Ine no Funaya or Lake Biwa. Customizable itinerary. | 1-day tour to Osaka Ikoma Skyland aerial cycle & Nara Park deer interaction | Kyoto Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train + Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Kudari) + Arashiyama City Walk 1-day Tour | Kyoto: Kimono Rental with Hairstyling and Accessories | Kyoto: Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple | Kyoto & Uji Day Tour | Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu-dera & Ninen-zaka & Sannen-zaka & Byodo-in & Uji River & Matcha Gourmet Street & Monkey Shrine & Statue of Murasaki Shikibu | Best Street Food Walking Tour in Nagoya | Kobe Half Day Tour - Private & Personalized with a Local Guide