Guide to Northern Shiga

This area includes Nagahama and Maibara, and offers a blend of historical charm and scenic lakeside views of Lake Biwa.

Overview of Northern Shiga

Northern Shiga is home to Nagahama and Maibara, where historical charm meets scenic views of Lake Biwa.

Nagahama's streets preserve the charm of a castle town, ideal for exploring alongside the beautiful lakeside scenery.
Maibara is a charming gateway to northern Lake Biwa and nearby mountain trails, offering a relaxing mix of nature and history.

Enjoy walks by the lake, seasonal festivals, and the rich heritage of the region.

Trip Ideas in Northern Shiga

Tour Ancient Temples and Cruise the Waters of Nagahama

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Climb Mount Ibuki and Eat Samegai Trout

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Eat Your Way Across Nagahama

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Discover Historic Temples and Craft Ceramics on Lake Biwa

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Explore Shizugatake Nature and Walk a Historic Messenger Road

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Reveal the Roots of Japan’s Spiritual & Cultural Heritage

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Travel Stories in Northern Shiga

Glamp Element

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Hatsumoude in Chikubujima Island

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Trip to Nagahama part.2

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Your Complete Travel Guide to Lake Biwa, Japan’s Largest Lake

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Maibara; Shiga’s Hidden Gems

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The Samurai Spirits of Shiga

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Tours & Activities in Northern Shiga

English Garden Rosa & Berry Tawada

An English garden located in Maibara.

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Botanical Gardens & Parks
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Roadside Station Kohoku Mizudori Station

Kohoku Mizudori Station is located inside a water bird park that is visited by a variety of wild birds throughout the year.

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Woodypal Yogo

Allows you to enjoy the outdoors any time of year, with cottages, a restaurant, a ski slope and campsite.

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Discovery JAPAN in Lake Biwa Tour

The Lake Biwa Tour departs from Nagahama and tours Lake Biwa in an amphibious bus.

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Sightseeing Cruises & Rides
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Nagahama Plum Tree Bonsai Exhibition

The Nagahama Plum Tree Bonsai Exhibition started in 1952, and has now become the number one plum tree bonsai exhibition in Japan in terms of both history and scale, as well as a much beloved annual springtime tradition in Kansai.

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Historic Sites & Gardens
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Shiga Prefecture Samegai Trout Farm

One of the longest-standing trout cultivation farms in Japan, established in 1878.

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Where to Stay in Northern Shiga

Hotel & Resorts NAGAHAMA

The Nagahama Royal Hotel is a resort hotel that stands on the shores of Lake Biwa, extremely conveniently located just 3 minutes on foot from Nagahama Port and 5 minutes on foot from Nagahama-jo Castle.

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Business Hotels
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Onoe Onsen Ryokan Beniayu

A quiet and calming hot spring located in Kohoku.

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Ryokan
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L’ Hôtel Du Lac

The large grounds of approx. 100,000 square meters, almost three times the size of the Tokyo Dome, feature nature walks that allow you to experience the colors of the four seasons, and has a large lawn area between the hotel and Lake Biwa.

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Sugatani Onsen

Sugatani Onsen is famous for its hot spring waters, which the generals of the warring states period would often visit for extended periods.

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Ryokan
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Tokuyamazushi

Tokuyamazushi is a dining hotel where you can enjoy fish from Lake Yogo, mountain produce and game, centered in fermented foods.

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Ryokan
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Woodypal Yogo

Allows you to enjoy the outdoors any time of year, with cottages, a restaurant, a ski slope and campsite.

Stay Tour & Activities
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Guest Houses & Minshuku

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Other Areas

Western Shiga

Otsu, Takashima

Eastern Shiga

Hikone, Higashi-omi, Omihachiman, Hino, Ryuoh, Aisho, Toyosato, Koura, Taga

Southern Shiga

Kusatsu, Koka, Konan, Moriyama, Ritto, Yasu
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