Shiga Lake Biwa Day Tour｜Shirahige Shrine・Observation Deck or Sanzenin Temple・Mangetsuji Temple Ukimido・Omihachiman｜Optional Osaka or Kyoto Pick-up and Drop-off

08:00

Depart from Exit 2 of Nippombashi Station (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) on time. Please understand that we will not wait for you if you are late.

09:20

Depart on time from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Station Sightseeing Bus Stop. Please understand if you are late.

10:20

Shirahige Shrine: Omi's oldest shrine (about 30 minutes)

We recommend taking photos of the large torii gate of Shirahige Shrine at the Blue Lake Shirahige Terrace, a dedicated observation deck for photography.

11:30

From May 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025, go to the Biwako Observation Deck. If the cable car is not in service during this period, go to Sanzen-in Temple (about 120 minutes, free time, lunch is available here, lunch is at your own expense)

Japan's fastest cable car, 360-degree glass cabin, with breathtaking views

March 19, 2025 - April 30, 2025 Go to Sanzen-in Temple (about 120 minutes, free time, including lunch time, please pay for your own expenses)

Kyoto's hidden gem Ohara: Enjoy the four seasons' beauty at the moss-covered Sanzen-in Temple

14:00

Man Yue Temple (about 30 minutes, free time, ticket fee at your own expense)

Mangetsu-ji Temple floating on Lake Biwa, a historic sight listed in the Eight Views of Omi

15:10

La Collina Omihachiman (about 60 minutes, free time)

Fairy Tale Thatched Cottage, Beautiful in All Seasons (Autumn)

Fairy Tale Thatched Cottage, Beautiful in All Seasons (Winter)

The first Baumkuchen specialty store in Shiga Prefecture. The signature product is of course the freshly baked Baumkuchen.

The dorayaki is made to order. In addition to the traditional red bean paste, butter is added to make the overall taste smoother.

16:10

The day's tour ends happily and we start to return. The return time is for reference only. We may return earlier due to smooth travel and good road conditions.

17:20

Arrive at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Stop in front of the Station (Guests who choose to get off in Kyoto can get off here)

18:30

Arrive at Shinsaibashi area. VIPs who are leaving in Osaka can disband and end the tour here

The above attractions and time arrangements may be subject to force majeure factors such as weather and road conditions, and the tour guide has the right to make corresponding adjustments. In order to avoid losses, please do not arrange other activities that night, thank you for your understanding