Shiga– category –

A sea of clouds spreading across the quiet mountains of Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, makes Onyudani a scenic spot famous for its blend of autumn foliage...

A quiet rural landscape frames a straight road lined with 500 metasequoia trees. Known as “Metasequoia Avenue” in Makino Town, Takashima City, Shiga Prefectu...

A quiet hillside overlooking Lake Biwa, “Biwako Hakodateyama” is a popular Japanese resort that welcomes visitors with a variety of landscapes—from seasonal ...

Standing on the shores of Lake Biwa, Nagahama Castle is known as the first castle ruled by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. From its reconstructed keep, visitors can view...

The calm waters of Hachiman-bori reflect the historic townscape of Omihachiman in Shiga Prefecture, symbolizing the charm of this former castle town. Built d...

Hikone Castle stands proudly on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa, preserving its original Edo-period main keep, one of Japan’s National Treasures. In spring, che...