Shirahige Shrine is a picturesque shrine located along the shore of Lake Biwa in Shiga prefecture. The most notable feature of this shrine is the vermillion torii, which nearly appears to float atop the lake's waters. Visitors to Shirahige Shrine can marvel at the stunning view of the water-level Torii, believed to have been built in 1931 by a merchant from Osaka. In addition to the awe-inspiring Torii, the grounds of Shirahige Shrine also host a main shrine building dating back to the early 1600s, and a smaller Iwato Shrine located atop a kofun. A trip to Shirahige Shrine is sure to be a memorable experience for anyone visiting Shiga Prefecture.