Experience Shiga in Autumn

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

Overview of Autumn in Shiga

Shiga is spectacular in autumn, coming alive with vibrant foliage and bountiful harvests.
Experience the best of the season by strolling along the lakeside, hiking mountain paths, and savoring delicious local cuisine.

Autumn Tours & Activities

Izutsu Yatsuhashi Honpo Oiwake

Izutsu Yatsuhashi Honpo sells a full range of popular and delicious confections.

History & Culture Tour & Activities Food & Drink Shopping
Western SHIGA
Shrines & Temples
#Factory Tours

Ishiyama-dera Temple Fall Moon Festival

More than 2,000 lanterns create an illusory and ethereal world inside the temple grounds.

History & Culture Tour & Activities
Western SHIGA
Shrines & Temples
#Japan Heritage Site / #National Treasure / #Events / #Festivals

Roadside Station Kagaminosato

Holds a variety of events depending on the season, allowing an exciting slice of Japanese culture to be experienced.

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

Okubiwako Parkway

The 18.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Northern SHIGA
Mountains & Scenic Trails
#Hiking / #Sustainable

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

Hachiman Moat Festival

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

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Eastern SHIGA
Lakes & Rivers
#Japan Heritage Site / #Events / #Festivals

Nature & Parks in Autumn

Seta no Karahashi Bridge

Seta no Karahashi Bridge is one of the Three Famous Bridges of Japan, and has also been immortalized in “Evening Glow at Seta,” one of the Eight Views of Omi.

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Western SHIGA
Historic Sites & Gardens

Japan Bass Fishing Agent

Our Fishing Guides are the most relaxing and happy time in your trip to Japan.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Lakes & Rivers
#Fishing / #Lake Biwa

Mt. Hakodateyama (Lily Park & Kokia Park)

Mt.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities Food & Drink Shopping
Western SHIGA
Botanical Gardens & Parks
#Hiking / #Sustainable

Hachiman-bori Canal

The Hachiman-bori Canal was a mainstay in regional economics and transportation until the start of the Showa period (1926 – 1989).

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Eastern SHIGA
Historic Sites & Gardens
#Anime / #Instagramable

Yanmar Marina

Yanmar Marina is one of the few marinas found on the eastern bank of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan.

Nature & Parks Tour & Activities
Southern SHIGA
Lakes & Rivers

Remains of the Enmanin Temple Gate

The large and extremely beautiful gardens that spread to the south of Enmanin-shinden Temple are a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty and Historic Site, and a visit is especially recommended during the changing of the leaves in fall.

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Western SHIGA
Shrines & Temples

History & Culture in Autumn

Sakamoto Temple Town

Sakamoto flourished as the temple town for Hieizan Enryakuji Temple, including the homes for monks from approximately 50 different temples, and the townscape retains the elegance of that history even today.

History & Culture
Western SHIGA
Cityscapes

Kamo-jinja Shrine (Famous Water Isame no Shimizu)

Kamo-jinja Shrine is also known for its famous water called “Isame no Shimizu.

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Northern SHIGA
Shrines & Temples

Jigen-ji Temple

The principle object of worship here is a Buddhist image, normally withheld from public view, of Hobashira Kannon.

History & Culture
Southern SHIGA
Heritage Sites
#Japan Heritage Site

Higashiomi City Country Life Tourism

In Higashiomi you can experience housework, cooking, planting and harvesting.

History & Culture Tour & Activities Food & Drink
Eastern SHIGA
Museums
#Sustainable

Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park

A verdant green cultural park with a “ceramics” theme, located in the town of ceramics Shigaraki.

History & Culture Nature & Parks
Southern SHIGA
Art Gallery & Halls
#Shigaraki-yaki

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 autumn?

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

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