OVERVIEW ”Hidden Village” – a Trip to Medieval Japan **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is a residential community. Please be considerate by keeping voices down, staying off private property, and not littering. If you’re interested in exploring, consider joining a guided tour. The northern edge of Lake Biwa, often referred to as okubiwako, or “Deep Lake […]
OVERVIEW Exploring Nagahama’s Momoyama Cultural Legacy North of Kurokabe Square lies Daitsu-ji Temple, a satellite temple affiliated with Kyoto’s Higashi Hongan-ji Temple, which serves as the headquarters of the Jodo Shinshu (Otani School of True Pure Land Sect). Fondly known as “Nagahama Gobosan,” this temple has held a cherished place within Nagahama’s local community for
OVERVIEW A Journey Through Japan’s Blacksmithing Legacy of the Sengoku Era **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is a residential community. Please be considerate by keeping voices down, staying off private property, and not littering. Tucked in a tranquil valley of the Kusano River, Kajiyacho stands as a village with a deep-rooted blacksmithing heritage that dates back
OVERVIEW A Family-Oriented Farm and Garden Experience in Maibara A nature-themed farm and garden amusement park located in Maibara offers a sensory experience focused on healing through nature. Surrounded by natural beauty, visitors can indulge in various seasonal recreation activities like BBQ, pizza-making, sheep wool crafting, harvesting, planting, and feeding sheep. The English garden remains
OVERVIEW One of Japan’s Prominent Mountain Castle Ruins **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is remote and there have been confirmed sightings of animals such as bears. Please do not attempt entry on your own. If you’re interested in exploring, consider joining a guided tour. Odani Castle Ruins is a national historic site, that once was the
OVERVIEW Shrine Honoring Lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi A Shinto shrine dedicated to Lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi, the daimyo of Nagahama Castle. Built in 1600, three years after Hideyoshi’s death, it stands as a tribute from the people of Nagahama in his honor. Alongside Lord Hideyoshi, Ebisu, the deity of prosperity, is also enshrined here. The shrine comes
OVERVIEW Clear Spring Waters Beside a Historic Gem of the Nakasendo **IMPORTANT NOTE** This area is a residential community. Please be considerate by keeping voices down, staying off private property, and not littering. Located alongside the gently flowing waters of the Jizo River, Samegai once served as the 61st post town along the renowned Nakasendo
OVERVIEW Yogo Ski Resort: Family-Friendly Snow Haven in Nagahama A ski resort situated in the northern outskirts of Nagahama, nestled at the base of Mt. Akago near Lake Yogo, offers gentle slopes ranging from 450m to 550m in elevation. Popular among families and beginners, it provides an ideal setting for snow recreation and sledding. As
OVERVIEW A Legacy of Medieval Firearm Production Kunitomo, a small town located northeast of the center of Nagahama city, stood out as one of Japan’s leading producers of firearms (matchlock guns) during the Warring States era (late 16th to early 17th), alongside Sakai, Osaka. The area swiftly embraced gun manufacturing after the introduction of firearms
OVERVIEW Yogo Plateau Resort: Skiing Adventure with a View of Japan Sea A ski resort with convenient access by car, about 2-3 hours from the surrounding areas such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Nagoya. The view from the mountaintop overlooking the Sea of Japan is splendid, and the slopes receive abundant snowfall and powder snow, which
OVERVIEW Echoes of Noh: Nagahama’s Cultural Resurgence Located to the east of the Kurokabe Square District, the Imaju Yashiki complex revitalizes a former sake brewery, transforming its storehouse into a Noh theater hall. This venue aims to cultivate an appreciation for Noh performances, an ancient Japanese art blending music, dance, and drama. Noh plays, featuring
OVERVIEW Preserving Cultural Heritage: The Kannon Villages Museum Established in 1984, the museum serves as a dedicated center for preserving the rich cultural heritage of Takatsuki Town of Naghama. Including this area, the city holds over 100 Buddhist Kannon statues that have occupied local villages since the 8th century. These villages are known collectively as
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