Attractions around Ōtsu
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Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple
4220 Sakamoto Hommachi, Otsu 520-0116 Shiga Prefecture
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Ishiyamadera Temple
1-1-1 Ishiyamadera, Otsu 520-0861 Shiga Prefecture
Ishiyamadera is a temple of the Buddhist sect Shingon, sitting on the bank of Seta River in the south end of Otsu city. It is one of the renowned temples of Kannon, the deity of compassion, in Japan. The Reverend Rouben founded this Temple in 747 CE to fulfill the pious wish of Emperor Shomu. In the Heian period this Temple was a famous place for the Kannon devotees. The Imperial as well as noble family members often visited this temple to worship Kannon, and it is popularly known as the ‘Ishiyama-moude’, pilgrimage to the Ishiyamadera Temple. Legend says that the noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu confined herself at this temple for seven days, and observing the full moon of August 15, 1004 CE, she conceived the concept of writing the Tale of Genji.
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Biwako Valley
Kido, Otsu 520-0514 Shiga Prefecture
You can enjoy the terrace of Lake Biwa with a magnificent view overlooking Lake Biwa, Japan's elevation of 1,100 meters, north-south panorama. Attractions such as Skywalker and Zip Line are also available (reservation required). It is famous as the closest ski resort in the Kansai area.
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Mii-dera Temple (Onjo-ji Temple)
246 Onjojicho, Otsu 520-0036 Shiga Prefecture
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Hiyoshi Taisha
5-1-1 Sakamoto, Otsu 520-0113 Shiga Prefecture
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Omi Shrine
1-1 Jingucho, Otsu 520-0015 Shiga Prefecture
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Ukimido
1-16-18 Honkatata, Otsu 520-0242 Shiga Prefecture
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Otsu Service Area
2 Asahigaoka, Otsu 520-0052 Shiga Prefecture
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Biwako Kisen Michigan Cruise
5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu 520-0047 Shiga Prefecture
MICHIGAN CRUISE There are three Michigan Cruises to choose from,with different options for your enjoyment. The Michigan is a wonderful paddle boat which cruises around the south part of Lake Biwa. Once on board, you can enjoy great music and events, as well as a variety of meals from light snacks to buffet and course meals. The magnificent 360 degree panoramic view from the Michigan sky deck (top floor) will take your breath away. There are three Michigan cruise courses: The Michigan 80 is an 80 minute daytime cruise where you can enjoy meals and events on board as well as the magnificent Lake Biwa scenery. The Michigan 60 is a 60 minute evening cruise for an easy way to see the lake, and the Michigan Night Cruise is a chance to experience the beauty of the lake in the evening and at night, along with a meal and onboard events. Passengers can also come on board at Niono-hama Sightseeing Port and Yanagasaki Lakeside Park Port. We look forward to seeing you.
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Otsu Lakeside Nagisa Park
Shimanoseki, Seiran, Otsu Shiga Prefecture
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Takebe Taisha Shrine
1-16-1 Jinryo, Otsu 520-2132 Shiga Prefecture
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Saikyoji Temple
5-13-1 Sakamoto, Otsu 520-0113 Shiga Prefecture
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Biwako Otsukan
5-35 Yanagasaki, Otsu 520-0022 Shiga Prefecture
Biwako Otsu-kan ( Otsu Guest house of Lake Biwa ) is a water park adjacent to the Lake Biwa Yanagasaki lakeside park in the main facility. The building is due to Shinichiro renowned late Okada in the design, such as Tokyo Kabuki-za Theatre. As the "lake country guesthouse", Emperor Showa and Helen Keller, the celebrities such as John Wayne stayed, it was boasts a prestigious of Shiga Prefecture one. The old Lake Biwa hotels of 1934 building to save refurbishment, was newly born in 2002 as a cultural facility overlooking the lake. Currently, we use our many people as restaurants cafes and rental mansion. In addition, in the adjacent English garden, flowers, including roses will enjoy seasons your four seasons. Wedding party also we have heard such.
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Lake Biwa Sosui-no Sakura
Mideracho, Otsu 520-0034 Shiga Prefecture
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Kyu Chikurinin Garden
5-2-13 Sakamoto, Otsu 520-0113 Shiga Prefecture
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