Shiga Prefecture Travel Guide

Japan

A traditional Japanese wooden structure with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of greenery outside.
A green train on a bridge over a canal with buildings and hills in the background.
A garden with a pathway lined with colorful flowers, a gazebo, and a building with a tiled roof.

Popular cities in Shiga Prefecture

A lock system with water gates, a bridge, and a modern building with orange and white colors.
Otsu
Known for Lakes, Hot springs and Culture
Come to relaxing Otsu and enjoy its lake views, temples and culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Mount Hiei
  • Biwako Valley Ski Resort
  • Lake Biwa Canal
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A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall, a wooden fence, and autumn foliage.
Hikone
Known for Castle, Historical and Temples
Experience the castle, history and art in Hikone!

Reasons to visit

  • Onoe Onsen
  • Sugatani Onsen
  • Hikone Castle
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A traditional wooden pavilion on a pier extending into a calm body of water, with a clear blue sky above.
Moriyama
Known for Romantic, Relaxing and Secluded
Get away to secluded Moriyama! Enjoy the zoo, culture and parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Takarabune Onsen
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A traditional Japanese onsen with clear turquoise water, wooden walkways, and a wooden bridge.
Kusatsu
Known for Friendly people, Budget and Family-friendly
Trip time! Discover the parks and local cuisine in upscale Kusatsu.

Reasons to visit

  • Aeon Mall Kusatsu
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A coastal landscape with a clear blue sea, green hills, and scattered islands.
Takashima
Known for Lakes, Biking and Theme parks
Experience the lake views, theme park and beaches in Takashima!

Reasons to visit

  • Shirahige Shrine
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Cherry blossom trees, a lake, and a bench.
Nagahama
Known for Temples, Castle and Festivals
Escape to Nagahama! Enjoy its temples, castle and parks.
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Stay near popular Shiga Prefecture attractions

A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall, a wooden fence, and autumn foliage.

Hikone Castle

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Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
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