A day trip to Biwako Shrine and Metasequoia Avenue in Japan | A dreamlike lake view experience from the Biwako Observatory
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Starting from Nipponbashi, Osaka, embark on a journey through popular natural and cultural attractions in the Kansai region! Head to Lake Biwa Valley and take Japan's fastest cable car to an altitude of 1,100 meters for breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Biwa. Enjoy free time and lunch at the Lake Biwa Terrace, soaking up the stunning scenery and romantic atmosphere. Visit the popular Shiga Island photo spot, the Metasequoia Avenue, where approximately 500 straight and elegant metasequoia trees create a dreamlike landscape that changes with the seasons, offering a truly invigorating stroll. During the trip, you can choose to relax at Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa, featuring open-air baths and a family-friendly area in the Hōtoku area, where you can enjoy the healing power of natural hot springs. Finally, visit Shirahira Shrine, the oldest shrine in Omi Province, where the floating torii gate is reflected in Lake Biwa, earning it the nickname "Japan's Itsukushima Shrine," its atmosphere even more mystical and serene under the setting sun. Return to Kyoto or Osaka in the evening, concluding your day trip to Lake Biwa, a journey brimming with natural beauty and cultural charm.
Plan
[Limited-Time Offer] Day Trip to Lake Biwa, Shiga
Booking starts: 2026-04-10
Shiga Biwa Lake Day Trip
Booking starts: 2026-04-10
Schedule
07:45
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early. Look for the Gogoday team's small yellow flag to identify your tour guide.
08:00
The train departs promptly from Exit 2 of Nihonbashi Station. Please understand that we will not wait for latecomers.
09:05
Meet at the Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Parking Lot
09:20
We will depart on time; please understand that we will not wait for latecomers.
10:20
Biwa Lake Observatory - Enjoy exclusive, dreamlike views of the lake and water (approx. 120 minutes, free time, lunch available at your own expense, valid from May 1st to October 31st). Japan's fastest cable car with 360-degree glass cabins, offering breathtaking, unparalleled views.
10:20
Sanzen-in Temple - A hidden gem in Kyoto, Ohara. Enjoy stunning views of the temple in all four seasons amidst the moss-covered landscape (approximately 120 minutes, fee not included, valid from November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026).
Arashiyama Sanzen-in Temple Admission Fee (Reference): 700 yen/person, 400 yen/person for high school and junior high school students, 150 yen/person for elementary school students
13:00
Biwako Metasequoia Avenue - a stunning view of 500 metasequoia trees in all four seasons & Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa (approximately 120 minutes in total, including lunch).
Recommended Itinerary: Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa (Onsen bathing fee is at your own expense)
16:00
Lake Biwa, Shirahige Shrine, Water-based Torii Gate - A legend of being closest to the gods (approx. 30 minutes)
16:40
After a pleasant day of sightseeing, it's time to head back. Return times are for reference only and may be earlier if the day's itinerary goes smoothly and road conditions are good.
18:00
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Parking Lot: Passengers who have disembarked at Kyoto Station can disembark here.
19:00
The group will be dropped off at Exit 2 of Nihonbashi Station, concluding the trip.
Cancellation Policy
Biwa Lake Valley
地址：Lake Biwa Observation Deck, 1547-1 Kido, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
Makino plateau hot spring Sarasa
地址：Makinochō Makino, 931-3 Makino, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
Lake Biwa Shirasu Shrine Water Torii
地址：White Mustache Shrine, Ugawa 215, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
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