🇯🇵Japan, Shiga
Explore Shiga's historic buildings and cultural facilities
Shiga
1-1 Konkichō, Hikone, Shiga 522-0061, Japan
A renowned castle of Ōmi with a National Treasure-designated keep
Hikone Castle was built as the residence of the Ii clan, and its keep is designated as a National Treasure.
One of only twelve surviving original castle keeps in Japan.
Osugicho, Omihachiman, Shiga 523-0837, Japan
Birthplace of Ōmi merchants with beautiful water town scenery
Ōmi Hachiman is a historic town known as the birthplace of Ōmi merchants. Hachiman Canal was created when Toyotomi Hidetsugu developed the castle town.
Water town tours on Hachiman Canal are a popular activity where you can view the town's scenery from a boat.
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa, it's also recommended to enjoy it alongside a lakeside drive.
Japan, 〒529-1814 Shiga, Koka, Shigarakichō Tashiro, 桃谷300−３００ 桃谷300
A temple of beauty nestled in the mountains. Architectural elegance designed by I.M. Pei
MIHO MUSEUM is an art museum nestled in the mountains of Koga City, designed by I.M. Pei, known for the glass pyramid of the Louvre Museum. The architecture, inspired by Peach Blossom Spring, reveals itself beyond a tunnel and suspension bridge.
In spring, the cherry blossom tunnel is spectacular, and the journey from the entrance to the museum itself is a pleasure to experience.
4220 Sakamotohonmachi, Otsu, Shiga 520-0116, Japan
The head temple of Tendai Buddhism. A UNESCO World Heritage site with 1,200 years of history
Enryaku-ji on Mount Hiei is the head temple of Tendai Buddhism founded by Saichō and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The vast temple grounds, which encompass the entire mountain, are divided into three pagodas: the Eastern Pagoda, Western Pagoda, and Yokawa.
Konpon Chūdō is the principal hall of Enryaku-ji, where the "Eternal Lamp" has burned continuously for 1,200 years without ever being extinguished.
