Hikone Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Toyoko Inn Hikone Station Higashi
The room is good. The chech in is the tipical machine check-in, very unfriendly. Breakfast, so so. Staff is friendly. Th bed and pillows are very hard.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hotel Sunroute Hikone
Comfort Hotel Hikone
Parking is convenient and area is clean
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
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Rakuten STAY HOUSE Hachimanbori
The AC was super dirty. Other than that the house was great. Location is also perfect with a nice restaurant across.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2023
八百熊川 Yao-Kumagawa
The staff is very friendly and helpful! Willing to explain all details. The house is well decorated and equipped with high quality furniture and home appliances with English instruction. High quality accommodation.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Hikone Castle
Find out about the history of Hikone with a stop at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.
Ryotanji Temple
Ryotanji Temple is just one of the places to see in Hikone, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Shigaken Gokoku Shrine
After visiting Shigaken Gokoku Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hikone. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.
Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road
Enjoy an outing to Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road during your stay in Hikone. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.
Sawayama Castle Ruins
You can learn about the history of Hikone with a trip to Sawayama Castle Ruins. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Genkyu-en Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Genkyu-en Garden, a lovely green space in Hikone. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.
Things to do
From Nagoya: Castles and Canals in Hikone and Omi Hachiman
Kyoto Osaka to Lake Biwa Private Day Tour
