Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Shiga Prefecture, Kinki

Hi! We are a vibrant tour operator, which specializes in interactive, informative, experience-oriented private tours in Shiga Prefecture. For more details and for reservation, please visit our website.

Spend quality time with your family, friends or a special person at the tranquil lakeside which is a hidden gem away from all the main tourist's hot spots of Japan. On our tour, you can experience quality Japanese traditional life as well as cooking experience using plentiful fresh local vegetables and rice through heart-warming communication with our friendly local host families. We offer programs where you can enjoy the beautiful scenes of Lake Biwa or terraced rice fields either by bicycles or by foot at your own pace. Other programs are offered where one can learn about traditional local culture and art. All the tours are either private or as part of a small group attended by a guide to ensure the quality of your tour. Discover and participate in the traditions of Shiga life in un-crowded, natural surroundings. We believe that our tours offer a real heart to heart cross-cultural experience, which will remain as one of the highlights of your trip to Japan.

CHIKUBUSHIMA CRUISE Lots to see! Explore the island of legends and mystical energy Since ancient times, Chikubushima has been revered for its Hogon-ji Temple which is No. 30 of the 33 temples of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage. It is a small island with a circumference of 2km, at almost equal distance from Imazu Port and Nagahama Port. The trees that cover the island (mainly conifers) are beautiful throughout the seasons. There are lots to see, including the national treasures of the Hogon-ji Karamon Gate and the main hall of Tsukubusuma Shrine, as well as the important cultural property of Hogon-ji’s Funa Corridor. Recently, it has been used as a location for television and film productions, and in addition to the fact that it is known as a place of mystical energy with a mysterious atmosphere, many visitors come to claim their own share of that energy. The benzaiten goddess happiness dolls and ‘kawarake-nage’ earthenware tile throwing (to ward off evil) are also popular. A regular

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.