Takashima travel guide and discussion

This Floating Torii Gate Might Be Japan's Best-Kept Secret Most travelers visiting Kansai spend their time in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. I did too. But one day, I decided to take a trip to Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, and it ended up becoming one of the most peaceful days of my entire journey. The first stop was breathtaking. ⛩️ Shirahige Shrine Standing quietly along the lakeshore is a beautiful red torii gate that appears to float on the water. As the morning light reflected across the lake, the view felt almost unreal. There were no crowds rushing by. No city noise. Just calm water, fresh air, and one of the most photogenic scenes I've ever seen in Japan. 🌊 Ukimido Floating Temple Next came Ukimido, a small wooden temple pavilion extending gracefully over the lake. Walking along the wooden pathway felt like stepping into a traditional Japanese painting. The gentle sounds of the water and the peaceful surroundings made it impossible not to slow down and appreciate the moment. 🍰 The Surprise Stop: La Collina Omihachiman Then came the place I knew nothing about. And honestly? It might have been my favorite stop. Imagine rolling green hills, whimsical architecture, beautiful gardens, and some of the most famous sweets in the region. La Collina looks like something straight out of a fantasy movie. The buildings blend perfectly into nature, creating a magical atmosphere that's unlike anywhere else in Japan. 📸 Floating torii gate views, peaceful lakeside scenery, traditional Japanese culture, unique architecture, incredible photo opportunities, local desserts, and a refreshing escape from crowded tourist destinations. ✨ A Different Side of Japan This isn't the Japan of neon lights and busy train stations. It's the Japan of quiet lakes, hidden beauty, and unforgettable moments. If you're looking for a day trip that combines nature, culture, and stunning scenery, Lake Biwa might just become the highlight of your Kansai adventure. #travel2026

Lake Biwa boasts a very unique geographical location—it's right next to Kyoto, very close to Gifu, and seemingly not too far from Fukui in the Hokuriku region. However, when you actually measure these distances, they are quite significant, which just goes to show how incredibly massive Lake Biwa truly is! Located in Shiga Prefecture, it is Japan's largest freshwater lake by both surface area and water volume. With a history of about 4 million years, it ranks as the third-oldest lake in the world. It honestly feels so ancient and mysterious. Shirahige Shrine sits right along the shores of Lake Biwa by a very busy road. While there is a parking lot available for a quick stop, crossing the street to get closer to the floating torii gate is strictly prohibited. The traffic is heavy, and cars zoom by at high speeds, making it far too dangerous to cross. The shrine's most famous highlight is undoubtedly this torii gate standing in the lake, often affectionately called the "Itsukushima of Omi." You can, however, safely admire the floating torii gate from the observation deck on the shrine's side of the road. Plus, the torii gate looks even more breathtaking at dusk! Shirahige Shrine 215 Ugawa, Takashima, Shiga 520-1122, Japan

Highlights 1. Torii Gate in the Water: The vermilion torii gate is partially submerged in Lake Biwa, appearing to float on the water during high tide. On clear days, you can capture the torii gate with Mount Fuji (in the distance) in the same frame. 2. Peaceful and Quiet: Escape the crowds of Kyoto and Nara. On non-holiday weekdays, you can almost have the place to yourself. The misty morning scenery is especially photogenic. 3. Traditional Atmosphere: The shrine features moss-covered tiles and traditional Japanese wooden architecture, complemented by the lake view. Perfect for wearing kimono and taking photos. 4. Beauty in All Seasons: Cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes in winter each offer unique charm. During sunset, the warm light dyes the water red, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Transportation Guide 1. Public Transport: Take the JR Tokaido Main Line to "Omi-Takashima Station," then a 15-minute taxi ride from the station. Alternatively, take the Shiga Prefecture local bus to "Shirasu Shrine-mae" stop, and it's a 2-minute walk from there. Bus schedules are limited, so check the timetable in advance. 2. Driving/Car Rental: About 1 hour from Kyoto city center or 1.5 hours from Osaka. The shrine offers free parking. Local car rentals for half a day cost around 7,000 yen, allowing you to visit Hikone Castle along the way. 3. Admission: Free entry, no additional fees for shrine visits. Personal Tips 1. Best Time to Visit: Early morning (6:30–8:00 AM) when the mist hasn't cleared, making the torii gate look ethereal, or 1 hour before sunset for golden reflections on the water. The "floating torii" effect is strongest 2 days before and after the monthly high tide. 2. Outfit & Photography: Light-colored clothing or kimono enhances photos. Use a polarizing filter to reduce water surface glare. Prioritize vertical 9:16 framing to capture the torii gate with the sky or water, ideal for short videos and social media posts. 3. Gear & Environmental Care: Wear non-slip shoes as the lakeside rocks can be slippery. There are no trash bins, so take your garbage with you. Drones are strictly prohibited over the shrine; operate them only in designated outer areas. 4. Avoid Crowds: Avoid weekends and Japanese national holidays for fewer visitors. Winter can be windy, so bring a windproof jacket.

Say goodbye to the crowds at Biwako Valley! Just a 20-minute drive away, you can enjoy the vast expanse of the Hakodate Mt. Ski Resort! 💰 Great Value: Round-trip cable car ticket only 2,600 yen ⛷️ Resort Advantages: Excellent snow quality, wide slopes, super safe even for beginners 🤝 Attentive Service: Friendly staff at equipment rental shops, and food stations available. 🚄 Transportation Guide: From Osaka ⮕ JR Omi-Imazu Station ⮕ 20-minute bus ride For those who want to experience pristine snow scenery but dislike long queues, be sure to save this post! ✨ #JapanSkiing #OsakaTrips #Mt.Hakodate #LakeBiwa #WinterTravel #MountHakodate

3-Day In-Depth Travel Guide to Lake Biwa Key Attractions: Lake Biwa Light Show Park, Hikone Castle, Mount Hiei Enryaku-ji Temple, Shirahige Shrine Water Torii, Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival Basic Travel Info: Transportation mainly via JR Biwako Line and Ohmi Railway. It is recommended to purchase the Lake Biwa Round Trip Pass for unlimited rides on trains and boats along the route, offering great value. 🔹Day 1: Dreamy Light Show + Lakeside Night View · Morning: Depart from Kyoto, take the JR Biwako Line to Otsu Station (about 30 minutes), visit the Lake Biwa Museum to learn about the lake’s geography and culture. The museum features floor-to-ceiling windows facing the lake, perfect for photos. · Afternoon: Walk to the Lake Biwa Light Show Park. The park hosts an immersive light exhibition in winter (November to March). Key highlights include the Rainbow Unicorn light installation, glowing pathways, and the dome light corridor. It’s best to enter around 3 PM to capture both daytime and nighttime lighting. · Evening: Stay near Otsu Station at the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel. It’s a 5-minute walk to the lakeside. For dinner, try the hotel’s restaurant Kosaiya, specializing in Omi beef sukiyaki, about 2000 JPY per person. The beef is tender and flavorful without being greasy. · Tip: Snacks inside the light show park are overpriced. It’s better to buy snacks and drinks in advance at convenience stores near Otsu Station. 🔹Day 2: Shrine Culture + Hidden Lakeside Views · Morning: Take the Ohmi Railway to Shirahige Shrine Station (about 40 minutes) and visit the Shirahige Shrine Water Torii, a signature Lake Biwa landmark. The torii gate appears to float in the shallow water under a clear blue sky. Arrive before 10 AM to avoid tour groups. · Noon: Have the local specialty “Lake Biwa Eel Rice” at the lakeside tea house next to the shrine. Freshly grilled eel served with Koshihikari rice, about 1500 JPY per person, with generous portions. · Afternoon: Take a bus to Mount Hiei Enryaku-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The red maple leaves and vermilion buildings create a beautiful contrast. Hiking the mountain trails offers panoramic views of Lake Biwa. Photography inside the temple is prohibited; please follow the signs. · Evening: Stay at Hikone Castle Hotel in Hikone City, within walking distance to Hikone Castle. For dinner, try the local “Heike Umai Hot Pot,” made with crucian carp and tofu from Lake Biwa, about 1800 JPY per person. · Tip: The boat ride near the Shirahige Shrine torii gate (about 500 JPY per person) is underwhelming, only circling half the torii. Not recommended. 🔹Day 3: Fireworks Festival + Lakeside Leisure · Morning: Explore Hikone Castle, a national treasure of Japan. The castle is stunning during cherry blossom season in spring and autumn foliage season. The Genkyu-en Japanese garden inside the castle connects to Lake Biwa, offering perfect spots for castle reflection photos. · Afternoon: Take a boat to Chikubu Island, home to Hogon-ji Temple and Keiunkan. It’s a quiet, less crowded spot. Walking around the island takes about an hour. The rocky coastline offers distant views of Lake Biwa. · Evening: Return to Otsu Station to attend the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival, held every August. Fireworks bloom over the lake, with reflections on the water creating a breathtaking scene. Arrive at the lakeside an hour early to secure front-row spots. Bringing a picnic mat is recommended. · Accommodation: Return to Kyoto for the night. For those wanting to continue enjoying lake views, the Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel offers lake view rooms facing the fireworks show. Book at least one month in advance. · Tip: Hotel prices around the fireworks festival triple. Staying in Kyoto city and commuting by train is more cost-effective. 🔹General Tips to Avoid Pitfalls 1. Taxi fares around Lake Biwa are extremely high, often over 10,000 JPY for cross-city rides. Prioritize public transportation. 2. “Lake Biwa specialty souvenirs” (like dried lake fish and matcha snacks) inside attractions are heavily overpriced. Buy them at supermarkets near Otsu or Hikone stations for about 30% less. 3. On fireworks festival day, trains along the route limit passenger flow, and queues after the event can exceed one hour. It’s best to pre-book a ride-hailing service or leave at off-peak times.

#AutumnLeavesSeason This is the Metasequoia Avenue in Shiga Prefecture. The weather was nice on the day I went, and despite it being a national holiday, it was surprisingly empty. Taking photos on the road is dangerous, so be sure to follow the rules! By the way, you can also take great photos from the sidewalk. There are many food stands around the parking lot next to the Metasequoia Avenue. The crepes I had there were delicious 😋 and worth the wait! They also sell lots of fresh vegetables inside the store. I bought a large Chinese cabbage and a lot of these sequoia chocolates!

#SeptemberDestinations2025 From Kyoto, take a train to JR Omi-Takashima Station. Bicycle rentals are available near the exit. The ride takes about 20 minutes to Shirahige Shrine. However, be extremely careful and cautious, as there's a large road in front of the shrine, and some cars can drive very fast. The road separates the shrine from the torii gate, so be sure to exercise caution when traveling to and from the shrine! According to records, Shirahige Shrine is located northwest of Lake Biwa in central Shiga Prefecture. With a history of approximately 2,000 years, it's the oldest shrine in Shiga Prefecture. Its deity is Sarutahiko no Mikoto, who has been revered since ancient times as the white-bearded deity of longevity. I came here for the vermilion torii gate. The contrast between the vermilion gate and the turquoise waters is truly unforgettable! On the way back, I cycled along the lakeside. Lake Biwa's vast expanse resembles an ocean, and the gentle breeze blew in. Although I seemed lonely, I was actually enjoying the experience!

🚐 Kansai Private Car One-Day Tour Diary ✐✐ For this family trip, we chose a private car tour starting from Kyoto. The itinerary was packed yet relaxing, combining history, lake views, and shrines all in one.✨ 1️⃣ First stop was the historic Hikone Castle. Although we didn’t get to see the adorable Hikonyan mascot, the tranquility of the castle grounds was truly soothing.ᐟ‪‪.ᐟ 2️⃣ Next, we took a boat ride on Hachiman-bori Canal. The traditional canal scenery was incredibly calming⛵️~ 3️⃣ In the afternoon, we visited the magnificent Lake Biwa, enjoying the lake breeze and sunshine. At the dreamy Shirahige Shrine, we captured stunning reflections of the torii gate in the water⛩️🌅~ The day ended with drop-off in Osaka, and everyone was all smiles😊✨. Having a private car made everything so convenient, from handling luggage to taking care of kids and elders.👍

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 Speaking of Japan's sea torii, the first thing that comes to mind is Hiroshima's Itsukushima Shrine. In fact, there is also a mini version of the sea torii on the shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga, which is the Shirahige Shrine known as the "Omi version of Itsukushima". There are many Shirahige Shrines throughout Japan, but the one in Shiga is the head shrine, and its sea torii gate seems a bit bigger. As the oldest shrine in the Omi region, Shirahiko Shrine was founded more than 2,000 years ago and enshrines Sarutahiko-no-Okami. The location of Shirahige Shrine is relatively remote, so it is more convenient to drive there by yourself, but you need to pay attention to your own safety when taking pictures, because there is a main road with heavy traffic between the shrine and the torii, and there are iron railings on the shore, so crossing is basically prohibited. #Shiga Travel #Lake Biwa #Shirahige Shrine

This is Hakodateyama in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture! From Saturday, April 27th to Sunday, November 10th, it will be a spot full of photogenic spots for a limited time during the green season✨👍🏽 During this period, there will be many photogenic spots such as the Takashima Chijimi Rainbow Garden, the Rainbow Wind Chime Tunnel, swings, and flower fields that change with the seasons! The hill overlooking Lake Biwa has a great view and you can get a panoramic view of the lake! There is also a place where dogs and children can play◎ 📍Biwako Hakodateyama 〒520-1655 Hiokimae, Imazu-cho, Takashima-shi, Shiga ⚫︎Price Adults: 2,500 yen Children: 1,200 yen Pets: 700 yen ⚫︎Opening hours (2024) April 27th (Sat) - November 10th (Sun) 9:30-17:00 Please come and visit! #0yentravelautumn #Shiga #Amazingview #LakeBiwa #Domestictravel

Walking all the way from the station, after turning a corner, the torii gate majestically stands on the lake. The torii gate on the water has always been a dreamy existence. It takes about an hour and a half to travel from Osaka to Omi-Takashima. Upon arrival, you can choose to take a taxi, ride a bicycle, or walk (I walked back and forth this time, which took about an hour). The bicycle rental fee is 500 yen per use. When heading from the station to Shirahige Shrine, it is recommended to walk on the right side. There is a sidewalk all the way. If you walk on the left side, there is a section without a sidewalk, which is quite dangerous! Additionally, if you happen to encounter rainy weather, even if it has just cleared up, be sure to prepare a raincoat. The place to take pictures of the torii gate is close to the road, and without a raincoat, you might get splashed all over by passing trucks. 😂 ⭐ When departing from Osaka, be aware that the train will split into two lines after arriving in Kyoto. Make sure you are in the car heading towards Omi-Takashima.

The 2.5-kilometer-long Metasequoia Tree-lined Avenue is hailed as a hidden autumn foliage gem in Japan. The road stretches from Makino Highland to Makino Agricultural Park, with 500 tall and dense Metasequoia trees planted in orderly intervals along both sides. During the autumn foliage season, the trees transform into a tunnel of red and yellow leaves, creating an endless view of autumn colors. Whether driving through this vibrant universe or strolling along the road to admire and photograph the foliage, the sight of towering Metasequoia trees ablaze in orange-red hues is a breathtaking spectacle.

Introducing the sauna at Soil small hotel & private glamping 🪵 ⁡ All rooms at Soil come with a barrel sauna, which you can use anytime! This is a recommended glamping experience for sauna lovers 🌿 〰︎〰︎〰︎ 🌱Aroma You can choose your favorite aroma at the front desk~ You can try as many types as you like, so you can enjoy a variety of scents! ※The front desk is open until 9pm, so you need to go to choose before then! 🪵Sauna The temperature is raised with a wood stove, so you can enjoy the sauna at your preferred temperature 🤤 There is a wood stove right in front of you, so you can only stay in for about 10 minutes due to the heat of the stove... But I was able to use it five times during my stay, so I was very satisfied! ︎! If you run out of firewood, you can purchase more for 660 yen per bundle! The price of firewood varies depending on the type of tree, such as conifers. 🌲 🪑⁡ Cold bath You can enjoy two types of baths: a cold bath filled with water in a drum can, and a river flowing in front of you! I don't like cold baths 😂 the river water was too cold for me, but for those who like cold baths, I recommend the river water. ⁡ 🌲 Open air bath There are reclining chairs, so you can cool off while wearing a sauna poncho. 🧖♀️ You can rent a set of sauna ponchos and sauna hats for 660 yen per person, so even sauna beginners can enjoy it. 〰︎〰︎〰︎ ⁡ · -------- 📍 Access to Soil small hotel & private glamping 🚗 The address is not disclosed, so we will drive to the location you will be told after booking! Located in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture ⛰️ ⁡ 🎟️Price From 52,800 yen for 2 people with 1 night and 2 meals (From 26,400 yen per person according to the official website) ⁡ ⌛️Opening hours Check-in 15:00-18:00 Check-out ~10:00 · -------- #Sakura2024 #Glamping #Sauna #BarrelSauna #ShigaTourism #Shiga #ShigaTrip #FreeHongKongAirTicket

Lake Biwa. Hello everyone, I am Xiaolu, today I am sharing Lake Biwa in Japan. Lake Biwa is located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, with an area of 674 square kilometers and a shoreline of 241 kilometers. It is named after the natural shape of the traditional Japanese musical instrument Biwa. This geographical location is in the central part of Japan, surrounded by beautiful mountains and lush forests. The lake presents a beautiful arc shape, covering a huge area, like a lake ocean. Lake Biwa is considered one of the oldest lakes in the world, formed at least 4 million years ago. About this lake, there are not only many ancient legends and stories, but also a large number of art works related to it. Lake Biwa is famous for its biodiversity and has many endemic species, from fish, birds, to rare mollusks. To get to Lake Biwa from Kyoto, just take the JR Tokaido Line from Kyoto to Otsu, and you can reach this beautiful lake in 10 minutes. Next, we will introduce the main attractions of Lake Biwa. Ukimido Ukimido is one of the main scenic spots of Lake Biwa. It is also known as one of the Eight Views of Omi and is loved by many haiku poets, including the famous Matsuo Basho. The formal name of the temple is 'Kaimon Mountain Mangetsu Temple', which was built by the monk Gen Shin (Eshin Sozu) of Hieizan during the late Heian period (794-1185) to pray for the safety of the lake water and the peace of all people. Since then, for over 1000 years, Ukimido has been guarding the safety of this important lake traffic area. Chikubushima Chikubushima is a small island located in the northern part of Lake Biwa, but it has been revered as a sacred island since ancient times. There are Hogyoji Temple and Tsusumafu Asama Shrine. Tsusumafu Asama Shrine is very popular as a place of power, and there is a mysterious atmosphere in the Dragon God's place of worship, where there is a unique way of making wishes 'Kawarake Nage'. The view of Lake Biwa from the boat makes you linger. Kaizu Osaki Kaizu Osaki extends to Lake Biwa, and cherry trees stretch for more than 4 kilometers. In spring, the cherry blossoms bloom in full bloom, and rows of cherry trees stand on the vast lakeside. Kaizu Osaki stands with more than 600 cherry trees with lush branches and leaves, most of which have a history of more than 50 years. Under the contrast of rocks and the green water of Lake Biwa, the beauty of cherry blossoms is intoxicating. Cherry trees bloom all the way along the lakeside avenue, making people feel like they are wandering in a cherry blossom tunnel. If you want to enjoy the cherry blossom scenery, why not leisurely row on Lake Biwa. From the lake, you can see the spectacular cherry blossom beauty of Kaizu Osaki. Biwa Lake Valley Biwa Lake Valley overlooks the west bank of Lake Biwa. Since 1965, it has been a ski resort and an outdoor activity paradise in the off-season. This is the best ski resort near Kyoto. Biwa Lake Valley is 1,100 meters above sea level and has eight different ski trails. Half-pipe, curved track, cat track and sled snow track, there is also a ski park suitable for skiers of all levels. All equipment can be rented at the ski resort. The Zekkei Ropeway cable car here can accommodate 121 people, with glass on all sides, you can see the beautiful views of Lake Biwa, snow slopes and autumn leaves. Travel

#besttrip2023 CoStudio | Shirahige Shrine - The Mystery of an Ancient Shrine and Underwater Torii Gates ✨⛩️ Location: 215 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1122 Shirahige Shrine, located in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, attracts visitors with its distinctive presence. This shrine has existed for a long time and exudes a mystical atmosphere. The underwater torii gate is particularly captivating. A lake stretches across the shrine grounds, and the torii gate towering above the water creates a mystical and fantastical landscape. It inspires a sacred feeling in all visitors. Shirahige Shrine, a historic shrine, is a beautiful place in harmony with nature. The sight of the torii gate reflected on the calm lake surface is a truly unforgettable experience. #ShirahigeShrine #ShigaTourism #UnderwaterTorii #MysteriousScenery #JapaneseShrine ⛩️🍃

Unasyo is a Japanese restaurant located at Omi-Imazu station. The restaurant has limited seating, you have to take off your shoes if you sit on Tatami room. Smoking is allowed in the restaurant. The food is of high quality and very delicious with reasonable price. I highly recommend this restaurant if you visit Omi-Imazu. Restaurant: Unasyo Opening hours: Thursday to Tuesday 5:30pm-10:30pm Price: 3000-5000yen Location: Japan, 〒520-1631 Shiga, Takashima, Imazucho Nakoji, 1 Chome−3−10 Getting there: 5 mins walk from Omi-Imazu JR station #Omi-Imazu #biwakovalley #osaka

Omi Imazu is not considered a tourist area now, it's not easy to find a restaurant. I found this restaurant located just opposite Omi-Imazu station, with high quality Japanese food. The restaurant is spacious, mainly local visitors and non-smoking. They served a wide variety of food, from soup udon to Japanese set dinner, sushi, sashimi etc. Restaurant: Nishian Opening hours: Thursday to Tuesday 11:30am-2:00pm, 5:00pm-9:30pm Price: 500-2000yen Location: Japan, 〒520-1622 Shiga, Takashima, Imazucho Nakanuma, 1 Chome−1−1 Getting there: 1 min walk from Omi-Imazu JR station #omiimazu #biwakovalley #osaka

Hotel Kaito is the only hotel at Omi-Imazu station with public bath. The hotel is quite old but clean and tidy. The room is spacious, but with limited amenities. They provide towels and soap. You have to buy the amenities you need at the reception, such as toothbrush, razor etc. Hotel breakfast is nice, traditional Japanese style breakfast. The hotel is near to Biwako Lake, about 10 minutes walking distance. If you are looking for some attractions away from the city, visit Biwako Lake. Hotel Kaito Location: 1 Chome-6-10 Imazucho Nakoji, Takashima, Shiga 520-1631 Getting there: 1 minute walk from Omi-Imazu JR station Nearby Attraction: Biwako Lake #biwakovalley #osaka

In the afternoon when it is still cold, there are still two or three hours before sunset and dinner time. This is the best time to take a walk. Take a stroll along the trail along the shore of Lake Biwa and Inukami River, and admire the street view as you pass Sho Sakai Park, where you can feel the atmosphere of spring gradually returning to the earth. After staying in Sho Sakai Park for a while and watching the sunset, we continued our leisurely walk towards downtown Hikone. We arrived in the city in about 60 minutes. There are many restaurants concentrated in the city, and you can slowly look for specialty restaurants. For dinner, we chose a traditional Japanese ramen restaurant. The enthusiastic owner and chef performed a one-man show, wandering around the floor and the kitchen. I watched the boss's back as he was busy preparing ramen for everyone. In a few minutes, he served the hot traditional Japanese beef ramen. After seeing the boss stop, we exchanged a few words. The boss is really amazing, proficient in multiple languages, including English, Chinese, Thai and Korean. He is truly a hidden dragon and crouching tiger! IG: meditation_me_time #travel #Japan #Shiga #Lake Biwa #Hikone Castle #Traditional Food #Sunset #Yoga #Yoga Retreat #sadhguru #Inner Engineering #Meditation #Vertebral Arch Protection #Vertebral Arch Fracture

February self-drive trip, Kyoto the next day went, White Beard Shrine is located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, famous for its fantastic scene of the torii gate in the lake, since it is not far from Kyoto, it is very suitable for a day trip to Kyoto for a day trip. In fact, Japan has three well-known water torii ⛩️, distributed in: Hiroshima, Shiga and Ibaraki prefectures, personally think the most beautiful of the White Beard Shrine in Lake Biwa, a very good attraction near Kyoto 👍🏻👍🏻☄️ #WhitebeardShrine

#tokyo Hase-dera Temple, also known as Hase-kannon Temple, is a Buddhist temple located in the city of Kamakura. The temple is known for its large wooden statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy. We climbed up a set of stairs to a hilltop observation deck for views of the surrounding area. The view was really great. We felt very peaceful to be up there. The garden within the temple compound was also very pretty. #Japan

This time it is a very good parent-child travel skiing experience for us #琵琶湖 ski resort 🎿Hakodate Mountain. It is also our first time skiing⛷️From the kid who was very nervous to loving and taking the initiative to complete the goal alone, it is also a good experience and growth process for him... Hope to have a chance to play again next time👍🏻🙏🏻

Lake Biwa valley, about an hour's drive from Kyoto, at Shiga Station JR there is a shuttle bus directly up, the service is very sparse, you really need to see the right time, the temperature difference between the mountain and the mountain is very large, to prepare a warm patch and jacket, the snow mountain snow is really cold, but there is a restaurant to buy hot drinks and food, is a good experience, if you sit near the window, can see the snow view of Lake Biwa 💕 # Lake Biwa

#gohiking Kibune hike starts at the picturesque town and ends at the kurama temple. if you want a more challenging climb, start from kibune small town. the upslope are steeper and not as well structure stairs, bring walking sticks as that will help. it will take about 2-3h for a 2-3km hike, I will rate is as moderate for beginners as the stairs are really steep for prolonged period. there are railings along the way but you cannot really rely on them all the way as well. saw few walking groups, it is generally safe to hike as the police/community has identify certain spots as k1 k2 k3 in case you need to call for emergency help halfway. bring water and not food in case of bears.

#Outdoor Hotel & Restaurant Reposer Makino ☆☆☆☆☆ 　Reposer means "rest" in French. You can see Lake Biwa right in front of you, and take a rest that you can't get in the city. 　You can have a barbecue on the garden terrace. 🔥🔥🔥 　There is also a spacious bath. ♨♨♨ 　Hotel & Restaurant Reposer Makino offers accommodation that you can't get in the city or in the town, and you can also have a barbecue, so it's recommended. ☆☆☆☆☆ 　 　

Makino Metasequoia Trees in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture 🌿 There are about 500 Metasequoia trees along the road leading to Makino Plateau, and it is a spectacular sight. You can hardly see it in the city! This time, I took a photo in the middle of winter. Luckily, there were few people because it was winter ❄️ It seems that the scenery is completely different depending on the season, so I would like to visit again if I get the chance in the season of fresh greenery or autumn leaves 🙌 Point ✍️ The official website frequently posts photos of the current state of the trees! I recommend checking it before going because you can check the condition you want to see! [Address] Access by car 🚗 〒520-1835 Makino, Makino-cho, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture #Travel episode #Travel strategy #Metasequoia trees #Shiga sightseeing #Shiga trip #Japan's beautiful scenery #Japanese scenery #Snow scenery #Drive date #Drive Kansai #Drive spot #Forest bathing #Outdoor

Adults: 1,800 yen. Unlimited time. Take home 150g of blueberries as a souvenir. Compare the taste of organic blueberries as you pick and eat them. Sweet, sour, delicious. You could easily eat more than 100 of them. On weekdays, there is no reservation, so you can enjoy yourself to your heart's content. It seems to be popular with children too. There is a row of metasequoia trees nearby. #Breathtaking views #Western Japan #Gourmet food #

Shirahige Shrine, known as "Omi's Itsukushima" for its vermilion torii gate built in Lake Biwa, is a spectacular power spot. As it is located along the national highway and has a lot of traffic, it is recommended that you do not cross the road and use the observation deck "Lake Aiko Shirahigedai" set up in front of the shrine office! Information current as of July 2022. #Spectacular views #Shiga Prefecture #Visiting shrines and temples #Photogenic spots #Western Japan