What to do in Shiga Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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A traditional Japanese temple with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, shoji screens, and a view of greenery outside.
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Things to do

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

฿1,177
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto: Kimono, Tea Ceremony with Japanese Garden and Studio

Kyoto: Kimono, Tea Ceremony with Japanese Garden and Studio

฿642
per adult
Kyoto: Kimono, Tea Ceremony with Japanese Garden and Studio
Kyoto Bike Tour - Monkey Tour

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

฿3,274
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto

฿535
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

฿942
per adult
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental
Kyoto Gion Geisha Secrets - 5 Star Walking Tour & Kyoto Snack

Kyoto Gion Geisha Secrets - 5 Star Walking Tour & Kyoto Snack

฿4,049
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Gion Geisha Secrets - 5 Star Walking Tour & Kyoto Snack
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art

฿607
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Workshop in Gion Gold Repair Art
Wear a high-quality kimono, enjoy a tea ceremony experience in a small group, and hear fun travel stories from other travelers.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

฿2,889
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
There is also a corner where you can dress up as a princess

Kyoto Toei Studio Park Ticket Samurai Show Ninja Village

฿978
per adult
Kyoto Toei Studio Park Ticket Samurai Show Ninja Village
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Biwako Valley Ski Resort

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Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.
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Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Ogoto Onsen and Lake Biwa.

Minamikusatsu

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Minamikusatsu and surrounding area, you can visit Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Kusatsujuku Honjin.

Kurokabe Square

If you're spending some time in Kurokabe Square, Kurokabe Square and Keiunkan Garden are top sights worth seeing.

Chuo

If you're spending some time in Chuo, Lake Biwa and Otsu Festival Hikiyama Exhibition Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Ogaya

Ogaya might not have many top sights, but Aeon Mall Kusatsu and Yabasekihan Island Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Day trip destinations from Shiga Prefecture

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Kyoto

A lock system with water gates, a bridge, and a modern building with orange and white colors.

Otsu

A pagoda-style tower with a stepped design, surrounded by gravel, trees, and a red bridge.

Uji

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Suzuka

A coastal beach with clear water, sandy shore, and dense forest.

Obama

A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, white walls, and a stone base.

Ogaki

An industrial complex with multiple tall structures and tanks, reflecting on the water surface.

Yokkaichi

A traditional Japanese castle with a stone wall, a wooden fence, and autumn foliage.

Hikone