Experience Shiga in Spring

Enjoy the most beautiful spring in Shiga, Japan and at Lake Biwa.

Overview of Spring in Shiga

Shiga Prefecture is home to many places where brilliant cherry blossoms bloom in the springtime.
Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the cherry blossoms on a Lake Biwa cruise or a traditional boat ride through the canals to really enjoy spring in Shiga.

Spring Tours & Activities

Sotoen

The Sotoen climbing kiln, making Shigaraki-yaki ceramics, is one of the largest in Japan, and continues to run at maximum output.

Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Culture Workshops
#Pottery Workshops / #Shigaraki-yaki

Shiga MK Co., Ltd.

We wish to provide not only a means of transport, but also hospitality, smiles, and reassurance.

Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Sightseeing Cruises & Rides

山王祭

湖国三大祭之一的“山王祭”,是日本全国3,800多个“山王神”的总本宫“日吉大社”的例行祭典活动。现已被指定为大津市无形民俗文化遗产。本活动从3月1日起历时1个半月,其中4月12日至14日的3天为主要祭典活动。

History & Culture Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #Events / #Festivals

Shiga Agricultural Park “Blumen Hugel Farm”

This agricultural park is centered around wide flower fields, rose and herb gardens and greenhouses.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Eastern SHIGA
Botanical Gardens & Parks

Okuhiei Driveway

Okuhiei Driveway is a drive course 11.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Mountains & Scenic Trails

Setagawa River & Lake Biwa River Cruises

Such scenes as the “Evening Glow at Seta” and the “Autumn Moon at Ishiyama” have been immortalized by the famous ukiyo-e painter Hiroshige Utagawa of the late Edo period (1603 – 1868) in his Eight Views of Omi.

Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Sightseeing Cruises & Rides
#Lake Biwa

Nature & Parks in Spring

Trail Adventure Ritto

Trail Adventure is a mountain bike activity facility that has something for everyone, from children to adults, beginners to experts alike.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Mountains & Scenic Trails

Roadside Station Higashi Omi City Aito Marguerite Station

Aito Marguerite Station, always bustling with visitors, functions as a rest spot for travelers on the road and a base for imparting information about the local region.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities Food & Drink
Eastern SHIGA
Botanical Gardens & Parks

Chikubushima (Tsukubusuma-jinja Shrine)

The main shrine at Tsukubusuma-jinja Shrine is a National Treasure, decorated inside with elegant and gorgeous décor representative of the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573 – 1603).

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Northern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure / #Places of Spiritual Energy

Maiamihama Auto Campground

A oasis in the urban sprawl, located just 1 hour from Kyoto and 2-3 hours from Osaka, Kobe and Nagoya.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Mountains & Scenic Trails
#Camping

Otsu Lakeside Nagisa Park

Otsu Lakeside Nagisa Park is the name given to the park region that runs from Hamaotsu to Omi Ohashi.

Nature & Parks
Western SHIGA
Botanical Gardens & Parks

Shiga Prefecture Samegai Trout Farm

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

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Northern SHIGA
Lakes & Rivers
#Fishing

History & Culture in Spring

Chikubushima (Hogonji Temple)

This small island, with a circumference of just 2km, is located in the offing of Lake Biwa, approximately 6km from shore.

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Northern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure / #Places of Spiritual Energy

Osasahara-jinja Shrine

The main shrine is a national treasure, and was constructed in the Muromachi period (1336 to 1573).

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure

Hyozu-taisha Shrine and the Yatsugasaki Ritual

There is a legend that the deity worshipped at this shrine reached its current location by crossing Lake Biwa.

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site

OMIHACHIMAN SAGICHO Festival Experience Tour

One of the most famous SAMURAI lord NOBUNAGA ODA.

History & Culture Tour & Activities
Eastern SHIGA
Cityscapes
#Events / #Festivals

Jorakuji Temple

Jorakuji Temple is one the three mountains of Konan that are famous for their leaves in fall.

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure

Kyorinbo Temple

Said to have been created by Prince Shotoku in the year 605, “Kyorinbo Temple” got its name from being a place of teaching (“kyo”) surrounded by forest (“rin”).

History & Culture
Eastern SHIGA
Shrines & Temples

Looking for more seasonal experiences?

Wondering what to pack for your trip this spring?

Check Shiga’s year-round weather and climate trends to help you prepare for your trip.

Other Seasons

Summer

Enjoy the most beautiful summer in Shiga, Japan and at Lake Biwa.

Autumn

Enjoy the most beautiful autumn in Shiga, Japan and at Lake Biwa.

Winter

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