Hikone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hikone
Hotel Sunroute Hikone
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone
"Fantastic stay in this onsen style ryokan. Had a wonderful private onsen in our room, overlooking the river and the lake beyond. Can’t ask for a more perfect experience. Waking up early to soak in our private room onsen before dressing and heading down for the Japanese style breakfast included."
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi
"Breakfast menu was excellent!"
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
RESORT×SPA FutureRESORT
"次回は夏に行きたい"
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori
"The AC was super dirty. Other than that the house was great. Location is also perfect with a nice restaurant across."
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2023
KINOTOMI OMIMAIKO - Self Check-In Only
Popular places to visit
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
Shigaken Gokoku Shrine
After visiting Shigaken Gokoku Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hikone. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.
Ryotanji Temple
Ryotanji Temple is just one of the places to see in Hikone, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Yonbancho Square
Learn about the local history of Hikone when you spend time at Yonbancho Square. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Sawayama Castle Ruins
You can learn about the history of Hikone with a trip to Sawayama Castle Ruins. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Ii Naomasa Statue
Learn about the local history of Onoe Onsen with a stop at Ii Naomasa Statue. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
- Hikone Castle
- Sawayama Castle Ruins
- Ii Naomasa Statue
- Raigoji Temple
- Tenneiji Temple
- Genkyu-en Garden
- Daishiji Temple
- Genkyū-en
- Kaikoku Memorial
- Lake Biwa
- Sekigahawra Battlefield
- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Biwako Valley
- Mount Ibuki
- Metasequoia Namiki
- Shirahige Shrine
- Lake Biwa Children's Land
- Ogaki Castle
- Kurokabe Square
- Lake Biwa Bridge
