Shiga– category –

Nagahama Castle, located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, is a historic Japanese castle built by Hashiba Hideyoshi during the S...

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 ...

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...