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Miho Museum, Old Bamboo Forest Garden or Hieisan Shrine, Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii Gate (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)

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  • Designed by Bell, go through the tunnel to the art museum
  • Stroll along Hachimanbori and feel the charm of the Edo Canal
  • Pray at Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine and visit the guardian monkey
  • The stunning view of Lake Biwa, the sunset is super dreamy
  • The old bamboo garden with the view of Mt. Hiei, beautiful in all seasons

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Hotel pick-up and drop-off plan (with Chinese or English guide)

Designated meeting point for boarding (with Chinese or English guide)

Inclusions

  • Chinese-speaking professional driver/guide

  • English-speaking professional driver/guide

  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

  • Toll fees

  • Parking fees

  • Fuel fees

Exclusions

  • Admission to Miho Museum

  • Admission to Old Bamboo Forest

  • Other personal expenses

Additional Info

  • Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount

  • Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats

  • Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults

  • Seniors aged 70+ should present a medical certificate before participating

  • The activity is not recommended: epilepsy / heart disease / asthma / other serious medical conditions

  • Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given

  • Pets are prohibited

  • Child seats are not available

  • The operator has the right to refuse a reservation if the group size or luggage exceeds the capacity of the reserved vehicle. In this case, no refunds will be issued

FromAUD $107.77Per Person

What's included in Miho Museum, Old Bamboo Forest Garden or Hieisan Shrine, Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii Gate (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)

(Subject to Option Inclusions)
  • Departure: Meet the operator at 08:40. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ・The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. If necessary, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on the day. ・For specific license plate and tour guide information, please refer to the email from the previous day. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest email..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
  • Departure: Meet the operator at 09:50. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. ・The tour guide will not contact the passengers in advance. If necessary, you can exchange contact information with the tour guide on the day. ・For specific license plate and tour guide information, please refer to the email from the previous day. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest email..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time
  • [Attraction/experience] 10:50, 2 hour(s), Self-guided, Miho Museum, The Miho Museum was designed by I.M. Pei and was based on the concept of "Peach Blossom Spring". 80% of it is buried deep in the mountains and houses artworks from ancient civilizations of many countries. There is a beautiful tunnel during the cherry blossom season.
  • [Attraction/experience] 13:50, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Hiyoshi Taisha, The old bamboo forest garden is a national scenic garden, which was once a hermitage for high monks. You can take pictures of the mirror reflection of the Rurikoin Temple in the attic. There are views in all four seasons and you can taste matcha. On closed days (Mondays, etc.), you can go to Hieisan Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine instead. It is the main shrine with many temples and Sanno Torii gates. The maple leaves in the autumn season are beautiful.
  • [Attraction/experience] 15:20, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Biwa underwater torii (Shirahige Shrine)
  • [Return] 18:00, at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit, Sightseeing Bus Parking Area in front of the station Kyoto-HachijoguchiBus Loading Area, ・The return trip will start at 16:00. The return time is for reference only. It may be returned earlier due to smooth travel and good road conditions. ・The actual arrival time at the disbanding place will be subject to change according to road conditions. ・In order to avoid losses, please do not arrange other activities that night. Thank you for your understanding.
  • [Return] 19:00, at Osaka Namba Shinsaibashi area, ・The return trip will start at 16:00. The return time is for reference only. It may be returned earlier due to smooth travel and good road conditions. ・The actual arrival time at the disbanding place will be subject to change according to road conditions. ・In order to avoid losses, please do not arrange other activities that night. Thank you for your understanding.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
The interior design of the building uses an aluminum frame and a glass canopy as the base, combined with warm-toned stone to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
The interior design of the building uses an aluminum frame and a glass canopy as the base, combined with warm-toned stone to create a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
The Miho Museum was designed by the Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei and is located in the mountains of Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
The Miho Museum was designed by the Chinese-American architect I.M. Pei and is located in the mountains of Shigaraki, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
Miho Museum consists of the huge North Building and South Building.
Miho Museum consists of the huge North Building and South Building.
The bright skylight allows sunlight to enter the room, presenting a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains to visitors, blending in with the natural landscape.
The bright skylight allows sunlight to enter the room, presenting a magnificent panoramic view of the mountains to visitors, blending in with the natural landscape.
To enter the museum, you must first pass through a 120-meter-long silver tunnel.
To enter the museum, you must first pass through a 120-meter-long silver tunnel.
The in-house restaurant Prachvalley provides rest and fine dining services. There are Japanese set meals and Western light meals at affordable prices, such as soba set meals and the Japanese one soup and three dishes recommended by the director.
The in-house restaurant Prachvalley provides rest and fine dining services. There are Japanese set meals and Western light meals at affordable prices, such as soba set meals and the Japanese one soup and three dishes recommended by the director.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
Miho Museum Reception Center Restaurant
Miho Museum Reception Center Restaurant
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
The layout of the attic in the courtyard is the same as that of Rurikoin, and you can take pictures of the same mirror reflections
The layout of the attic in the courtyard is the same as that of Rurikoin, and you can take pictures of the same mirror reflections
The garden adopts the form of a pond-style garden with the Omiya River as the winding water and the Hachioji Mountain as the borrowed scenery.
The garden adopts the form of a pond-style garden with the Omiya River as the winding water and the Hachioji Mountain as the borrowed scenery.
Garden size: It covers an area of about 3,300 square meters. It is a large-scale garden and the largest one in Enryakuji Temple.
Garden size: It covers an area of about 3,300 square meters. It is a large-scale garden and the largest one in Enryakuji Temple.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
The Former Bamboo Forest Garden is located in Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is a Japanese garden with a profound historical and cultural heritage and has been designated as a national scenic spot.
The Former Bamboo Forest Garden is located in Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is a Japanese garden with a profound historical and cultural heritage and has been designated as a national scenic spot.
Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is the headquarters of 3,800 Hiyoshi, Hie, and Sanno Shrines across Japan. It is an ancient shrine that appears in the historical book "Kojiki".
Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is the headquarters of 3,800 Hiyoshi, Hie, and Sanno Shrines across Japan. It is an ancient shrine that appears in the historical book "Kojiki".
In spring, Hiyoshi Taisha holds the Sanno Festival, a traditional festival with various ceremonies and performances.
In spring, Hiyoshi Taisha holds the Sanno Festival, a traditional festival with various ceremonies and performances.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
Shirahige Shrine is the head shrine of all Shirahige Shrines in Japan and the oldest shrine in Omi Province.
Shirahige Shrine is the head shrine of all Shirahige Shrines in Japan and the oldest shrine in Omi Province.
The water torii of Shirahige Shrine is a major feature of the shrine and is also one of Japan's famous tourist attractions.
The water torii of Shirahige Shrine is a major feature of the shrine and is also one of Japan's famous tourist attractions.
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)
[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum or Omi Hachiman Ancient Street and Old Bamboo Forest or Hieisan Shrine and Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)

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⚠Pre-trip notice: We will send detailed guide and vehicle information via email between 16:00 and 22:00 Japan time the day before the trip. Please be sure to check it in time. During the peak tourist season, the sending time of the email may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the last one.

✨ Shiga One-Day Highlights Tour: Art, Water Village, Shrine and Lake Light ✨

Start from Miho Museum (I.M. Pei's "Peach Blossom Spring"), cross the tunnel to encounter the art secrets of light and shadow. In the afternoon, visit the Kyurin Forest Garden, and enjoy tea and watch the four seasons in the garden with the scenery of Mount Hiei. On the day when the Kyurin Bamboo Garden is closed, you will go to Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei, meet the monkey statue in the thousand-year-old shrine, pray and meditate; go straight to the Biwako Shirahige Shrine at dusk, the torii on the lake and the sunset are in the same frame, and you can take a blockbuster with just one shot!

This itinerary does not operate on the following dates:

[Shiga Lake Biwa Small Group Day Tour] Shirahige Shrine & Observation Deck or Sanzenin Temple & Mangetsuji Temple Ukimido & Omihachiman Water Village (Depart from Osaka or Kyoto)

Shiga Lake Biwa Farm Day Tour | Lake Biwa Observatory or Sanzenin Temple・Makino Agricultural Park Fruit Picking (MAKINO Pic-Land)・Shirahige Shrine | Family-friendly

Go to Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on days when the old bamboo forest is closed: every Monday (not closed on holidays), the day after the holiday, 12/26~12/31

Purchase Instructions | Important reminders, please read carefully

[Pre-trip instructions]

  • Please be on time: If you do not participate in the trip due to personal reasons (late/lost/physical discomfort, etc.), you will not be able to get a refund. Please note that there is no refund
  • This trip is a carpooling fixed route. You need to share the ride with other passengers throughout the trip. You cannot park outside the scenic spot at will.
  • Depending on the number of participants on the day, the driver and guide may be used in a small car mode. Please cooperate with the staff to arrange the whole trip. (You will enjoy a more flexible itinerary rhythm in the small car. The driver will mainly drive and the explanation content will be relatively brief)

[Instructions during the trip]

  • The stay time at each scenic spot has been optimized. Please strictly abide by the time to avoid affecting the overall itinerary.
  • The itinerary time may be adjusted due to force majeure such as traffic, weather, and crowds. In the event of delays or partial changes in the itinerary, we cannot request a refund or compensation based on this. Please forgive and understand the uncertainty of the journey.
  • Traffic congestion may occur during holidays and peak periods. The driver and guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary according to the situation. Please be mentally prepared. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
  • To maintain the cleanliness of the carriage, please do not eat or drink in the carriage. If you cause any damage, a cleaning fee will be charged according to local standards. Please work together to create a comfortable riding environment.
  • Leaving the group after the start of the trip/leaving the team midway will be regarded as automatically giving up the service and no refund will be given. (Safety responsibility during the period of leaving the group is borne by the passenger)

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