Visit Shimo-sakamoto
Popular places to visit
Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.
Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Biwako Otsukan
Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mii-dera
You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Kyu Chikurinin Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Shimo-sakamoto
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Close to main transportation hub, staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
It was such a clean and neat property! Would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
Great location, very walkable to many destinations. Best breakfast buffet I’ve had with a good mix of western and Asian foods. Clean, helpful staff, coin laundry available. If I return I will stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hotel Emion Kyoto
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
clean and polite
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
Amazing!!!! great staff convenience location
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide
- Lake Biwa
- Kiyomizu Temple
- Nijō Castle
- Nishiki Market
- Kyoto Tower
- Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Kyoto Imperial Palace
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Kyoto University
- Pontocho Alley
- Shijo Street
- Heian Shrine
- Gion Corner
- Kyoto Station Building
- Kyoto Racecourse
- Nintendo World Headquarters
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Biwako Valley
- Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Kifune Shrine
- Mount Hiei
- Kuzuha Mall
- Ryoan-ji Temple
- Doshisha University
- Kurama Hot Spring
- Philosopher's Path
