Guide to Eastern Shiga

This area, which includes Hikone, Higashi-omi, and Omi-Hachiman, is a region defined by its magnificent castles and deeply rooted traditional culture.

Overview of Eastern Shiga

Eastern Shiga is home to Hikone, Higashi-omi, and Omi-Hachiman, where castles and traditional culture thrive.

Hikone City is a castle town that retains its historic charm, allowing visitors to experience local traditions through its streetscape and cultural sites.

Higashi-omi offers a mix of historic temples, traditional industries, and beautiful rural landscapes, providing a glimpse into authentic Shiga life.

Omi-Hachiman is famous for its historic canals, merchant houses, and traditional crafts, a town known for its cultural heritage and timeless atmosphere.

Trip Ideas in Eastern Shiga

Revisit Shiga’s Past and Taste Seasonal Fruit in Yasu

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The Mystery of the Vanished Castle… and Shopping!

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Enjoy Shopping and Gourmet Delights

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See Hikone-jo Castle National Treasure and Become Lucky in Love

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Experience Traditional Crafts and the Hikone-jo Castle National Treasure

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Explore Omi Merchant Houses and Tarobogu Shrine

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Travel Stories in Eastern Shiga

Сига, Япония

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Explore – Omi Hachiman

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Cycling trip in Shiga, Japan

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BLUMEN HUGEL

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Biwaichi Trip (Cycling around Lake Biwa) – Day 1

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Omihachiman&Biwako Biennale 2018

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Tours & Activities in Eastern Shiga

翁始式

“翁始式”是年初在多贺大社举行的迎接神灵的祭神艺能表演。在能舞殿表演能剧及狂言,祈愿天下太平,五谷丰登。

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Shrines & Temples
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Shiga Prefectural Kibogaoka Culture Park

Shiga Prefectural Kibogaoka Culture Park covers approximately 416 hectares and is divided into three zones; the culture zone, outdoor activities zone, and sports zone.

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Botanical Gardens & Parks
#Camping / #Golf

Okinahajimeshiki

The “Okinahajimeshiki” is a divine service performed at Taga Taisha Shine to greet the gods at the start of the year.

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Shrines & Temples
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Kawara Museum

A museum all about hachiman-kawara tiles and the history of Hachiman.

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Museums

八幡护城河游船体验

八幡护城河游船体验可让您乘坐日式小船,悠然穿行于风景秀丽的八幡护城河之中。沿途可欣赏白墙仓库与四季景致交织而成的迷人风光:春天的樱花、夏天的垂柳、秋天的红叶,以及冬日的雪景,美不胜收。

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Lakes & Rivers
#Cruises

Hachiman Moat Festival

Lanterns placed around the town and along the Hachiman Moat bring out a sense refinement and emotion.

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Lakes & Rivers
#Japan Heritage Site / #Events / #Festivals

Where to Stay in Eastern Shiga

Comfort Inn Omi Hachiman

This hotel is located conveniently close to Omi-Hachiman Station and offers a free breakfast to all guests.

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Business Hotels
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Yokaichi Royal Hotel

This Higashiomi hotel aims to provide a relaxed, at-home atmosphere along with a warm and complete welcome and close attention to detail, bringing a smile to the face of every guest who stays here.

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Resort Hotels
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Kyukamura Omi-Hachiman

Kyukamura is located amid the rich natural environment of the Biwako Quasi-National Park, and features beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring and popular lake swimming and camping spots in the summer.

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Resort Hotels
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Machiya Inn

Omihachiman is a quiet place of history and tradition, located in the lake-land of Shiga.

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Guest Houses & Minshuku
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Guesthouse Mio

Guesthouse Mio is a traditional Japanese townhouse that was renovated in 2018.

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Guest Houses & Minshuku

Hitomi Sanso

An old house that has accepted just one booking per day since 1979.

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Guest Houses & Minshuku

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Other Areas

Western Shiga

Otsu, Takashima

Northern Shiga

Nagahama, Maibara

Southern Shiga

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