OVERVIEW Bird Watching Sanctuary on the Great Lake Biwa A bird-watching facility overlooking the adjacent Lake Biwa Waterfowl & Wetlands Park, serving as a haven for diverse wild bird species throughout the year. Visitors can observe these birds up close using field scopes and gain valuable insights into their habitats from experts at the center. […]
OVERVIEW Yamakado Wetlands: Shiga’s Northernmost Nature Preservation **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is designated for nature conservation. To explore responsibly, please consider participating in a guided tour. A preserved natural forest in the Yamakado area, located in the northernmost part of Nagahama City, was historically utilized for charcoal and firewood production. Designated as Shiga’s largest wetland
OVERVIEW Majestic Peak Overlooking Lake Biwa **IMPORTANT NOTE** Due to heavy rain in July 2023, a significant portion of Mount Ibuki’s climbing trail has collapsed. As a result, climbing from the foot of the mountain to the top of Mount Ibuki is currently impossible. The anticipated recovery period is expected to be lengthy. Additionally, the
OVERVIEW Kansai’s Largest Ski Resort Celebrating 50 Years of Alpine Excellence Gran Snow Ibuki, commemorating its 50th anniversary, proudly stands as the largest ski resort in Kansai area (the greater Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe areas), rivaling Nagano’s renowned ski areas in both snow quality and volume. Offering an array of diverse courses catering to skiers
OVERVIEW Legacy Trails: Tsuchikura’s Giant Tree Forest & Industrial Ruins **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is remote and there have been confirmed sightings of animals such as bears. Please do not enter on your own. If you’re interested in exploring, consider joining a guided tour. This area’s forest is home to more than 250 colossal trees,
OVERVIEW Exploring the Azai Clan: Insight into the Sengoku Period The museum is dedicated to chronicling the history of the Azai Clan, a prominent daimyo family that held control of the northern expanse of Shiga Prefecture during the turbulent Sengoku period (16th century), centered around Odani Castle, their main stronghold. In its first exhibit hall,
OVERVIEW A Zen Oasis in Nature’s Serenity and Tranquility Hidden away in the serene countryside of Nagahama, Omi Kohoan Temple, a Rinzai school Zen temple, invites visitors to embrace moments of tranquility within its traditional Zen garden, seamlessly blending with the peaceful natural landscape. Established during the early Edo period, Omi Kohoan Temple was founded
OVERVIEW A Unique Museum Exploring Sengoku History and Local Culture Located within the Azai Culture and Sports Park, this unique museum comprises four facilities: the Local Learning Hall, Itohime’s Hall, the Blacksmith Workshop Hall, and the Nanarin Hall, showcasing a variety of exhibits in each facility. The Local Learning Hall features materials related to the
OVERVIEW Traversing Centuries: Exploring an Ancient Temple in Northern Nagahama **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is remote and there have been confirmed sightings of animals such as bears . Please do not enter on your own. If you’re interested in exploring, consider joining a guided tour. This 1300-year-old temple, nestled in the woods atop a small
OVERVIEW Enchanting Lake: A Tapestry of Legends and Tranquil Scenery This enigmatic lake, steeped in ancient legends, stretches across an approximate 6.4-kilometer shoreline circumference. The scenic allure of the lake is ever changing with the annual seasons, attracting nature lovers, cyclists and hikers. Along the Yogo riverbank, the vivid fusion of rapeseed flowers and cherry
OVERVIEW Scenic Beauty and Historic Remnants Remnants of the 1583 “Battle of Shizugatake,” where Lord Hideyoshi of Nagahama was vying for power, now attract many visitors to this scenic, 421-meter-high mountain. The area offers a breathtaking panoramic view which encompasses the sacred Chikubushima Island on Lake Biwa, the tranquil Lake Yogo, and the summit of
OVERVIEW Preserving Centuries of Bunraku Puppetry Tradition The Tonda Ningyō, a local puppetry troupe, represents the traditional bunraku or ningyo joruri performance, a classic form of Japanese puppet theater originating in the 17th century. The hall stands as a unique cultural gem nestled within Nagahama City’s Tonda area, where it houses centuries of history. Its
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