Experience the best of Shiga's charm with a day trip to Omihachiman! Wander through historic streets filled with traditional machiya houses, try some of the best Wagyu in Japan known as Omi beef, and enjoy the peaceful vibe and stunning views of Lake Biwa.

Recommended arrival time at the first location: 9:00 AM

Quick summary of the day:

• Stroll around beautiful and well preserved traditional streets

• Ropeway ride to the top of a mountain to enjoy the view

• Short boat ride along a charming canal

• experience drinking Matcha in an incredibly beautiful cafe

• Restaurants with local delicacies

• traditional Japanese sweets shop (locally produced)

• antiques shop

HOW TO GET THERE:

🗾Travel route from Kyoto Station to Omihachiman

📍Omihachiman area

*Be sure to double check that the "taxi service" option is turned off when you are searching for a route in Google maps.