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One-day tour with stunning views of Shiga|Walking around Lake Biwa & Lake Biwa Observation Deck & Shirasu Shrine & La Collina Omi Hachiman (departing from Osaka)

Private Day Trips
Digital
10 hours
English
  • Overview of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake
  • Instagram-worthy spot - Shirahige Shrine
  • Enjoy the natural beauty of the four seasons, including fresh greenery and autumn leaves - Sanzen-in Temple

Options

Plan without Tickets: One-Day Tour of Shiga's Scenic Spots

Ticket Included Plan: Shiga Scenic Day Tour

Plan without Tickets: One-Day Tour of Shiga's Scenic Spots

Inclusions

  • Transportation fare

Exclusions

  • Attraction tickets

  • Personal expenses

  • Dining expenses

  • Other expenses not mentioned above

Additional Info

  • Infants aged 0-2 years old can travel for free without occupying a seat. Please make a note when making a reservation.

FromR1,025.99Per Person
Available from 28th Jul 2025

What's included in One-day tour with stunning views of Shiga|Walking around Lake Biwa & Lake Biwa Observation Deck & Shirasu Shrine & La Collina Omi Hachiman (departing from Osaka)

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

07:45

Meet at Osaka Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi branch and depart at 8:00

Meet at Osaka Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi branch and depart at 8:00

Please find Easy Go when gathering

Please find Easy Go when gathering
09:00

Meet at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Bus Stop

Meet at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Bus Stop
09:15

Depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Bus Stop

10:05

Ukimido (about 40 minutes)

Ukimido (about 40 minutes)
11:15

Take the cable car to Lake Biwa Observation Deck (approximately 120 minutes)

Take the cable car to Lake Biwa Observation Deck (approximately 120 minutes)

※If the Lake Biwa Ropeway stops operating on the day of the trip, the attraction will be changed to Mentaiko Park and passengers who purchased the ticket will be refunded the cable car ticket

13:40

Shirahige Shrine (about 30 minutes)

Shirahige Shrine (about 30 minutes)
15:10

Sanzen-in Temple (about 50 minutes)

Sanzen-in Temple (about 50 minutes)
16:50

Arrive at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Bus Stop

18:00

End of the tour at Osaka Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi branch

From the "Biwako Observation Deck", you can have a panoramic view of the entire Lake Biwa, as if you are on the lake, giving you a wonderful feeling as if you are floating in the lake.
From the "Biwako Observation Deck", you can have a panoramic view of the entire Lake Biwa, as if you are on the lake, giving you a wonderful feeling as if you are floating in the lake.
The "Biwako Observation Deck" has a cafe and restaurant where visitors can enjoy delicious food while admiring the magnificent panoramic view of Lake Biwa amidst the natural beauty that changes with the seasons.
The "Biwako Observation Deck" has a cafe and restaurant where visitors can enjoy delicious food while admiring the magnificent panoramic view of Lake Biwa amidst the natural beauty that changes with the seasons.
The view from the Lake Biwa Observation Deck is breathtaking, with the vast and magnificent Lake Biwa and the surrounding mountains interweaving to create a four-season scenery that is a sight not to be missed.
The view from the Lake Biwa Observation Deck is breathtaking, with the vast and magnificent Lake Biwa and the surrounding mountains interweaving to create a four-season scenery that is a sight not to be missed.
It only takes about 5 minutes to take the cable car to the top of the mountain at an altitude of 1,100 meters. From there, you can have a panoramic view of Lake Biwa, which is amazing.
It only takes about 5 minutes to take the cable car to the top of the mountain at an altitude of 1,100 meters. From there, you can have a panoramic view of Lake Biwa, which is amazing.
The torii gate of Shirahige Shrine, standing on Lake Biwa, is about 10 meters high. Its bright red color forms a charming contrast with the surrounding natural scenery, presenting an intoxicating beauty.
The torii gate of Shirahige Shrine, standing on Lake Biwa, is about 10 meters high. Its bright red color forms a charming contrast with the surrounding natural scenery, presenting an intoxicating beauty.

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- Attractions -

  • Lake Biwa

It is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, located at the junction of Honshu and Kinki regions, not far from Kyoto City. It was formed by the action of ancient glaciers, covers an area of ​​about 670 square kilometers, and is one of the five largest freshwater lakes in Japan. Lake Biwa is famous for its beautiful natural scenery, rich biodiversity, and rich cultural history. There are a variety of cities and attractions on the shores of the lake, such as Otsu City, Hikone City, etc., as well as many temples, shrines and castles. The scenery in the lake area is charming and is favored by many tourists and photography enthusiasts. You can also experience activities such as boating, bird watching and fishing on the lake. In addition, Lake Biwa is also an important water source for the surrounding areas, providing important resources for water supply, irrigation and power generation. Overall, Lake Biwa is one of Japan's important natural landscapes and an important part of the cultural and ecological system.

  • Shirasu Shrine

Shirahige Shrine is a shrine located in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, on the shores of Lake Biwa. The shrine is said to have been founded in the 6th century AD, making it one of the oldest shrines in the Lake Biwa area. Shirahige Shrine is a shrine dedicated to Okuninushi (a deity in Japanese mythology), who is believed to protect the safety of navigation and waters. Therefore, many sailors, fishermen, and the public come to pray for peace and a good harvest. The shrine's buildings and grounds also attract many tourists. Its architectural style and garden design showcase Japan's traditional religious and architectural art, allowing visitors to experience the charm of history and culture. In addition, the natural scenery around Shirahige Shrine is also very beautiful, making it a popular destination for tourists and believers.

  • Uki Mido (うきみどう)

It is a building located in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, also known as the "Water Palace". It was built on an artificial island in Lake Biwa and was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a nobleman in the Warring States Period. Ukimido was originally built as a villa and hunting ground for Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The architectural style of Ukimido combines the design elements of Japan and China at that time, and has unique cultural and historical value. It is located on the surface of Lake Biwa and is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. It is one of the popular attractions for tourists and photography enthusiasts. Visitors can go to Ukimido by boat and visit the buildings and exhibitions inside. Ukimido is also a place for people to relax, appreciate the natural beauty, and experience traditional Japanese culture.

  • Sanzen-in Temple

Sanzen-in Temple's moss-covered gardens feature adorable Jizo dolls, fresh greenery in spring, and red leaves in autumn, creating a natural beauty that will captivate you in every season.

Inclusions

  • A minimum of 10 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
  • Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
  • The bus will depart on time, please be sure to comply with the boarding time. We will not be responsible for any lateness, so please be aware.
  • Please note that we may arrive at the next attraction or end the tour early due to closures or restrictions on visiting hours.
  • Please be aware that the itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic jams or bad weather.
  • Sometimes the tour must be cancelled due to natural disasters or abnormal weather conditions. In this case, please contact us to confirm the departure status.
  • The time to visit each attraction is determined by the traffic conditions on the road or the number of participants on the day.
  • If you are late for transportation or personal reasons and cannot join the trip, it will be considered as an automatic cancellation by the passenger and no refund will be given.
  • The company will not provide a refund if the passenger abandons the tour due to personal reasons.
  • During the long holidays, the scheduled end time of the trip may be later than usual due to traffic congestion. In addition, if the return time is delayed due to other unavoidable reasons, and the passenger has to take a taxi or stay overnight, we will not be responsible for the cost.
  • Please note that bus seats cannot be assigned, smoking is prohibited, and there is no toilet on the bus.
  • If the Lake Biwa Ropeway stops operating on the day of the trip, the attraction will be changed to Mentaiko Park and a partial refund of 2,500 yen will be given to ticket buyers.
  • If the facility is cancelled due to force majeure after the tour has started, a partial refund will be made. Please understand that we cannot refund the facility's published price because the facility admission fee included in the tour fee is different from the facility's published price.
  • The tour will be accompanied by a tour guide, but no professional tour guide will be provided. You may take the bus with other foreign tourists.

Meet

Venues

  • Osaka Kani Doraku Dotonbori East Branch
    Between07:45 - 08:00
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  • Kyoto Station Hachijoguchi Bus Stop Kyoto Station Hachijoguchi Loikiri Bus Terminal
    Between09:00 - 09:15
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Meeting / End Points

  • Ukimido

Policies

Purchase Summary

【Travel conditions】【 Terms

Travel origin and destination: Osaka and Shiga

Travel days: Round trip

Transportation: Chartered bus

Bus company name: Meiko Trading Co., Ltd./Nissan Co., Ltd./Hakuba Transportation Co., Ltd./Essentials Co., Ltd./Japanese Travel Co., Ltd./Naniwa サロンバス Co., Ltd./レインボーウィング Co., Ltd. / サンスターライン Co., Ltd. 五大観光バス Co., Ltd. / Yongda International Co., Ltd. / Yoshizumi Co., Ltd. / Mitsuru Shoji Co., Ltd.

Meals included: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 0 times Dinner 0 times

Accommodation facilities: None

Minimum group size: 10 people

Team Leader: 1

Tour guide: 0

【Travel planning/implementation】

Operating company name: Torotron Osaka Headquarters

Address: 2-123 Inoget Osaka 15th floor, Umeda 3-chome, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, 530-0001

License number: Osaka Prefecture Governor Registered Travel Business No. 2-2181

Travel Association Name: Full member of the National Association of Travel Agents (Osaka Prefecture Branch) Full member of the Zentravel Association (Osaka Prefecture Travel Agents Association) JATA is a cooperating member

Valid Period

The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

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Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point