Things to do in Shiga Prefecture

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

eSIM: Airalo Japan Package

RM14
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Japan Package
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

RM311
per adult
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
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From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch

RM311
per adult
From Kyoto: Nara History Guided Half Day Bus Tour with Lunch
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental with Optional Photo Session

Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

RM114
per adult
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental
KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

RM370
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

RM143
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Nakagyo

Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto

RM65
per adult
Kyoto Traditional Kintsugi Repair Experience in Central Kyoto
Kyoto Kintsugi Gold Repair Pottery Class

Kyoto Kintsugi Gold Repair Pottery Class

RM37
per adult
Kyoto Kintsugi Gold Repair Pottery Class
Kyoto: Kimono/Yukata Rental 5 Minute from Kiyomizu-dera

Kyoto: Kimono/Yukata Rental 5 Minute from Kiyomizu-dera

RM91
per adult
Kyoto: Kimono/Yukata Rental 5 Minute from Kiyomizu-dera
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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 culturally rich area.
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Ogoto

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

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.

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Shimo-sakamoto

If you're spending some time in Shimo-sakamoto, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Kyoto

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

Uji

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Suzuka

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

Hikone

A traditional Japanese onsen with clear turquoise water, wooden walkways, and a wooden bridge.

Kusatsu

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Iga

A river winding through a valley with mountains in the background and a small town with buildings and roads along the riverbanks.

Higashiomi

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Moriyama