Lake Biwa, Shirahige Shrine, Ukimido One Day Tour from Osaka/Kyoto

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💥Pre-trip notice: On the night before the trip, between 19:00 and 21:00, we will send you detailed guide and vehicle information by email, please be sure to check it in time💥. 🌸Today we will go to 4 attractions in total, Biwako Shirahige Shrine-Biwako Observation Deck or Sanzenin-Mangetsuji Ukimido-La Collina Omihachiman, a fulfilling itinerary, starting now🌸

• First stop: ⛩️ Biwako Shirahige Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Omi Province. The shrine is famous for its unique water torii, which is like a mysterious door floating on the lake. In the early morning or dusk, the lake is calm, and the torii and the lake complement each other, forming a beautiful picture.
• Second stop: 📸Biwako Observation Deck (visit from May 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025) The scenery here is excellent, as if the sky and the lake are connected by a line. Standing on the observation deck at an altitude of 1,100 meters, you can overlook the entire Biwako Lake 360 degrees without obstruction🌅, and the beautiful scenery is intoxicating. It is a great place to take photos and check in. 🛕Sanzenin (visit from November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026) Tendai Zonggu Temple, spring cherry blossoms, summer hydrangeas, autumn maples, and winter snow, beautiful as a painting. The courtyard is covered with moss, ancient trees are towering, and the stone statue of Jizo is lovely. The sun shines through the branches and leaves, quiet and peaceful. Taste matcha and enjoy the scenery, and feel the beauty of Zen.
• Third stop: 🛕Mangetsuji Ukimido, standing on the shore of Lake Biwa, is an important part of "Katata Falling Goose", one of the "Eight Scenic Spots of Omi". This historic Buddhist pavilion is connected to the lakeshore by a 17-meter-long stone bridge, and the Guanyin Bodhisattva is enshrined in the hall. The surrounding scenery is picturesque, the lake is sparkling, and it contrasts with the quaint buildings. You can feel the strong historical atmosphere and tranquil Zen here.
• The fourth stop: La Collina Omi Hachiman, which cleverly combines natural beauty with dessert art. The "Grassroots House" in the park echoes the surrounding hills with its green grass roof. Architect Terunobu Fujimori used this to express his awe of nature. Here you can not only taste the exquisite Japanese and Western confectionery provided by Toraya, but also visit the production process of the annual ring cake. It is a secret place where people can find peace and healing in their hearts. 🎉This attraction has its own characteristics, which constitutes a one-day tour of Kyoto & Shiga. Whether it is natural beauty or cultural experience, you will gain a lot of good memories. Come and join us to explore the charm of Kyoto and share this happiness🎉

• Due to Japanese law, the use time of the vehicle shall not exceed 10 hours. The tour guide will cut the itinerary according to the actual situation of the day's trip. Please be informed.
• The supplier will send an email to the guests from 20:00 to 21:00 the day before the trip to inform the tour guide and vehicle information for the next day. Please check it in time. It may be in the trash! In the peak season, the email push time may be delayed, please understand! If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the latest email
• Due to the long journey, please understand if you encounter traffic jams. We apologize that we cannot bear any subsequent expenses caused by traffic jams
• During the peak tourist season or other special circumstances, the departure time of the trip may be advanced or slightly delayed (the specific departure time is subject to the email notification one day before the trip), so please prepare in advance
• Because the one-day tour is a carpooling trip; please do not be late at the gathering place or scenic spot, and no refund will be given after the time is up. You will be responsible for any accidents that may occur after being late, please be aware
• In the event of other force majeure factors such as bad weather, the park may delay the change of the operation time of the amusement facilities or the performance time without prior notice, and may even cancel the operation and performance of some projects
• This one-day tour itinerary may be adjusted according to factors such as weather. For your safety, the staff has the right to ask guests to suspend outdoor activities and communicate with you to make other arrangements. The specific details are subject to the actual situation on the day
• The transportation, sightseeing and stay time involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual situation on the day. In case of special circumstances (such as traffic jams, weather reasons, etc.), without reducing the number of attractions in the itinerary, the tour guide can reasonably adjust the order of attractions in the itinerary according to the actual situation and with the consent of the guests
• Each person can carry up to one piece of luggage for free, please note it in the "Special Needs" when placing an order! If you are not notified one day in advance and carry it temporarily, it will cause congestion in the carriage and affect driving safety. The tour guide has the right to refuse guests from boarding the bus, and the fee will not be refunded
• The supplier will arrange different models according to the actual number of people traveling. Please be aware that the model cannot be specified
• In a group itinerary, you cannot leave the group early or leave the group midway. If you choose to leave the group midway, the unfinished part will be deemed to be abandoned by you, and no fees will be refunded. Tourists will be responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving the group or leaving the group. Please understand.