Over 500 tall dawn redwood trees with yellowish leaves are splendidly planted on both sides of a 2,400 meter straight farm road!

It's peaceful place. I came in early morning to take photos because there weren't so many cars in the road. 1 nice coffee shop opens from 7am.

A peaceful place makes you calm. It makes me think of my hometown🤣 I wanna come again in Autumn and Winter to see the beauty of differences.

Arrived Makino Station at 1:00 pm, and the bus was on special route which took more time to arrive. But the scene is beautiful and nice.

Great local place for fruit picking, mini “golf” and an ice cream

though the weather wasnt good but still worth the time to visit !

So awesome place whenever I visit. I recommend you should go there each four season 😎

Metasequoia Namiki Avenue is a breathtaking natural attraction that lives up to its reputation as one of Japan’s most scenic tree-lined roads. Stretching 2.4 kilometers and flanked by around 500 towering dawn redwood trees, the avenue offers a serene and picturesque walk, especially during quieter weekdays . Pros: -Stunning Seasonal Beauty: The trees transform dramatically with the seasons—lush greenery in summer, golden hues in autumn, and a serene, snow-dusted landscape in winter. I visited in late spring and was captivated by the fresh foliage . Tranquil Atmosphere: Despite being a popular spot, walking further down the road provides a peaceful escape from crowds. Early mornings or weekdays are ideal for uninterrupted photos . Convenient Access: The nearby Makino Pic-Land parking lot and local bus options (from JR Makino Station) make it easy to reach . Cons: Weekend Crowds: The area can get busy, with limited parking near the entrance. Arriving before 10 AM is advisable . Limited Amenities On-Site: While there are cafes and shops nearby (like Namiki Cafe Metasequoia), the avenue itself lacks facilities, so bring water and snacks . Final Thoughts: A must-visit for nature lovers and photographers, though planning around peak times enhances the experience. Loses a star for accessibility challenges during high season, but the majestic scenery more than compensates! 🌿📸

We visit at least once each season and love this place! Still trying to catch it in the snow and hoping for a chance this winter. The walkway along the row of trees is lovely. Go early and on a weekday to avoid crowds.

The Metasequoia Tree-lined Road in Makino, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, is a breathtaking sight. This picturesque road boasts approximately 500 towering metasequoia trees lining both sides for about 2.4 kilometers. Here's what makes it special: Seasonal Beauty: The trees offer stunning visuals throughout the year: Spring: Fresh, vibrant green leaves emerge. Summer: Lush green foliage creates a cool, refreshing canopy. Autumn: The leaves transform into a vibrant display of golden and reddish-brown hues. Winter: The bare trees create a dramatic, snow-covered landscape. Photogenic: The road is incredibly photogenic, making it a popular spot for photographers and social media enthusiasts. Peaceful Atmosphere: The towering trees and the straight road create a sense of tranquility and awe. Easy Access: The road is easily accessible by car, making it a popular driving route.

Breathtaking row of trees along this quiet road that changes greatly with the seasons. A verdant green in summer, but I'd come back just to see it in autumn as well. There's a reasonably large parking lot which the signage will direct you to. There are also various shops and restaurants along the road and in the vicinity. Despite being a road, it's not super busy so it's possible to take photos with no other people or vehicles with a bit of patience. Most people also tend to gather around the carpark entrance, but you can walk further down for a more quiet experience.

Amazing 👏 A must visit place when you're living or traveling to japan. Perfect for all four seasons in japan 🇯🇵 A quiet place with beautiful scenery💛

A must visit spot if you travelling to Shiga Prefecture. Nice scenery taken in early April 2025.

went last February 8,2025 around 5pm a snowy day as you can see... less people and cars, we don't have to wait for the road to be empty 😉

Beautiful place to visit during cherry blossom season in early April. It’s in the north and cooler here so blossoms will bloom a little later than in Kyoto or southern Shiga. In summer there are still nice views and a good places for picnics and a little swimming. If you are driving you can continue on to the Oku Biwako Parkway which has spectacular views of Lake Biwa!

Really beautiful. I am doing one full lap around Lake Biwa by bike and just stopped here. It’s April 30th and the scenery looks more like summer. Everything is very green. Definitely worth it.

Perfect place for sakura watching. If come by car, we have to go to the car park first and go to the Biwako by bus with 300¥ per people. If go by train, you have to take a bus, but it really far to go there by walking. You can see sakura by waking along the street, sakura was everywhere. It is wonderful time!! They have a small boat to look sakura from Biwako. Price: 1000¥/person for 15 minutes, safety and peaceful. It is perfect for watching sakura and watching Biwako, the heart of Shiga. Flower and lake, so romantic and peaceful. They have some small food under the sakura for traveller, bbq pork and noodle. There don't have a lot of tourist, just Japanese local people and some Chinese people. It is a quiet place for me and the people who don't like noisy and crowned tourist spots. The air is very clear, quiet, cold. Sakura full of blossom. I am lucky because sakura wait for me, and this far away from my place, about 1 hour and 45 minutes for driving. Center of Shiga was end of sakura season. I came here at 8April2018.

Spectacular cherry blossoms along the roadway and lake. Full bloom had passed. The hanafubuki was stunning.

beautiful little beach. there id a parking and bbq fee but bike parking and use of the beach are free. shallow water with big rocks to climb and shady trees to sit under.

Good place. We took ship from Hikone and have abt 40 mins to walk around here. Sufficient to explore. Otherwise traffic is not so convenient unless you drive by yourself.

The amazing view here is the best reward of my whole Biwachi trip here. The scenery is too great to stop me from riding.

Never have I ever felt more magic in such a setting. Absolutely jaw dropping beautiful. Worth the visit. $35 CAD ain't expensive for all the reviews complaining about price. One of the most unique temple and shrine sites in all of Japan. On a little island that screams ethereal.

Beautiful temple built with the wood from the ship of warlord toyotomi hideyoshi dedicated to the thousand hand and thousand eyes bodhisattva

A beautiful small island in Biwako,not so common in Japan. But the ship fee and island’s ticket was a little bit expensive.

It was an interesting experience. We had to take a ferry to the island. They have limited time for the ferry so be sure to be there on time.

Temple on a small hill in the middle of Lake Biwa. Costs 500 yen to enter and is meant to be reasonably important in the area. Climb via the shrine for an easier climb.

An excellent view. But no souvenir shops nor kiosks opened even though it was Saturday noon! You had better bring food and beverage with you.

Super awesome island situated in the north of Lake Biwa.

I captured these images of "Lake Biwa" from a moving train while traveling on the 'Kosei Line' from Shin-Osaka to Tsuruga. Looking at a map of Japan, I never imagined that "Lake Biwa" would feel so expansive, almost like an ocean, until I experienced its beauty and vastness firsthand. It was a truly remarkable journey and a discovery for me.

Had the privilege to see Lake Biwa from a viewpoint up in Hieizan. That vantage point gives a better perspective how the lake's shape is indeed similar to a biwa, a type of traditional Japanese lute. Overwhelming size which makes sense as it is the largest freshwater lake in Japan. From what I've read, this is also considered to be one of the oldest lakes in the world given its formation was ~5 million years ago.

I stayed at a resort near biwa lake. It was the largest lake that I’ve ever seen in my life. The view is so beautiful. So calming and relaxing. I’d like to go on picnic or have a bbq party with my friends there 👍👍

What a place for relaxing. Great scenery over where silvery water meets the bright sky in the morning after heavy rain. A good place for onsen without doubt. Not to forget that cycling here is such a perfect place

Lake Biwa is a stunning natural gem located in Shiga Prefecture. The views are breathtaking, with serene waters surrounded by lush green mountains. It’s perfect for outdoor activities like cycling, boating, and hiking, offering something for everyone. The area also boasts charming towns with rich history and delicious local cuisine. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure, Lake Biwa is a must-visit destination. The sunset over the lake is particularly unforgettable, making it a memorable spot for nature lovers and photographers alike!

Was not able to visit it but passed by it via thunderbird train from kanazawa to Osaka. Was able to get some pics and video of it

Started at Otsu by Biwako hotel, we biked up the west side of the lake. There is a dedicated bike lane all along the lake. It's not easy to get lost as long as you follow the road along the water. Going over the biwako ohashi you end up biking through a little town with quaint and cute little stores. It's a bit of a round about way. Going back down the east side of the lake you end up on the "bike path" along the highway. It is not the safest way but it's the only way. South lake round trip is about 50km. North lake is about 170km according to the Japanese sweets shop ojisan. Definitely a good workout to burn off all the yumminess that went into out bellies during this trip. :)

Very beginner friendly and nice place to start your ski journey! Many locals as well. They have private lessons and the instructor Kaoru san was so patient and helpful in teaching me the basics of skiing. There were 3/4 slopes in total that you can choose from - all relatively doable and a good practice resort to get better at skiing. Everything is available for rental. Recommend to head down earlier if you want to catch your bus so that you can queue and make it for the bus (many people on the day we went). Overall a wonderful experience!

This resort is huge. There are many fun activities that we can do here. We do not have to do ski or snowboard if we don’t want. And snow rafting is so fun

great experience to have, lots of fun and can be done solo or with others. first day had a more snowy field compared to the second day in which was more icy

It was nice place and is kids friendly, I feel is for beginners and intermediates, the view at top is amazing, the food there is really good and accessible I was surprise with the prices was so cheap, rental equipment is well organized and clean, great job guys

It was my second time skiing in Japan and this experience was not as great as the ones at another ski resort. We had booked a package for this resort via Klook. On the day, there was only 1 lift and 2 slopes (1 was a beginner one for practicing), luckily there were not too many people so it wasn’t too crowded. Change rooms & coin lockers were inconvenient as the area to change was extremely small, and it cost ¥300 to open each time. Keep ¥100 coins if you plan to use the lockers! The ski pants rented were not water resistant as you’d expect. Unfortunately when we went (31 Dec), it wasn’t cold enough for this resort to have snow so we had man made ice. We were told by the guide that there would be snow later in Jan.

I found this place by chance. So i added in the Itinerary and it's a good idea. This place is so wonderful. we enjoyed our snow family bonding! It's so nice to see my daughter having so much fun! It's also easy to get here. Few rides and walk and you'll be here. For those who are going by public, take Tokaido sanyo-line going to Omi-Imazu. Exit the station and there will be a bus on the right exit. Take Bus no. 2 Local bus it will drop you off at the Hakodateyama gondola ride.. Don't ride the JR bus no. 1.

A ski resort near Kyoto with a best for beginners and intermediate. Get through a cheaper rope way and local bus from Omi Imazu station. Feel a stunning view of lake Biwa from here while enjoy a cup of hot coffee.

A picturesque torii on Lake Biwa in front of Shirahige Shrine. There's a small observation deck at Shirahige Shrine, as signage advises not to cross the road - there is a main road between the shrine and the lake with no crossings or sidewalk. Still pretty and would look great on a day with good weather.

It’s photogenic torii on Biwa lake in front of Shirahige shrine, coming with kids not recommended. Road is very busy and there is no crossing. You cannot go near the gate because it’s surrounded by fence but they have small deck to see Torii from there. Parking: free Toilet: yes

Another sightseeing spot around Biwako. It was around 30 minutes walk from the closest station. Nice view and the temple at the back of the main gate was also a good space for a break.

Shirahige Shrine Torii 白鬚神社 湖中大鳥居 Heard all the hype about it and finally came to visit this shrine at Biwako. This is during early autumn and quite frankly, I cannot see the hype.  I am not sure if it was the greenery not turning red or I am not such a big fan of shrines, but I couldn't feel the enthusiasm of the place. The shrine entrance structure built in the waters was indeed quite special but that was about it.  The place to take photos were also limited.  Hence, I cannot imagine when things get messy with crowds, how will the photo turn out. Worth a visit only if you are sort of passing by.  Probably take no more than 15 to 30mins to see this place. But I must add that I did see some local office workers all dressed up and seeking for blessings at the shrine. A monk was in attendance during that time.

In mid-February, I visited Lake Biwa and stumbled upon this hidden gem: a floating Torii Gate. The scenery was breathtakingly beautiful, made even more magical by the gentle snowfall that graced the day. To top it off, I was also fortunate enough to witness the delicate beauty of plum blossoms in bloom.

(Trip was made back then on 29 Nov 2019, 2 years before the Covid-19 Pandemic hit) Shirahige Shrine stands out from many other Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples around as it’s famous for its vermillion Torii gate floating on Lake Biwa, which happens to be the largest lake in Japan. It is often regarded as the Itsukushima of the east despite being comparatively smaller in scale. When I planned for our autumn trip 2 years ago and Shiga was on the itinerary, I knew that we this was an absolute must-go-to place, no matter how inconvenient it was, and boy was it worth it. Upon our arrival in town, we immediately headed out to witness the sunset, and even came back the following morning to experience the sunrise. Honestly, the view was magnificent at any given day and it was well worth making the 2 trips. Personally, I feel that the torii gate at Shirahige Shrine is more captivating as Lake Biwa and the natural surrounding serves as a perfect backdrop which evokes a soothing sense of tranquility. One can admire a breathtaking scenery of Lake Biwa with the torii gate floating surreally on the water surface. If we weren’t rushed for time, I could just sit there all day admiring the picturesque view. *Note: there is a highway that separates the torii gate from the shrine’s main compound, so take caution when crossing over as the traffic is quite heavy.

Signs clearly stipulate that crossing the road isn't allowed. If you're coming to see the tori and take a picture, there is a viewing deck to the right of the shrine. Don't cross the road. Don't be that tourist.

We had our lunch break here en route a bike trip from Makino to Otsu. Food was delicious and inexpensive. We particularly loved its traditional settings.

Wow, very good experience dining in a traditional family restaurant. The food is superb and big potion. Very nice and authentic Japanese food here. They serve ramen, udon, oden and others as well here.

Always enjoy this kind of traditional family style store, other than the food we taste the environment, taste the people, funny to see they ask tourist to take a picture of what’s taken from the Oden then calculate with a abacus

Local Japanese food! Amazing good! Especially the beef, I totally in it!

Have English menu. Feel free for foreigner

Food was okay, service was really friendly and the location is perfect for visitor after checking out Shirahige Shrine.

Very authentic experience in a small family restaurant. I only tried Tsukimi Udon and it was just what I needed after a long walk.

I enjoyed my lunch experience at Wani today! It’s pretty pricey, but assume that’s because they use high quality ingredients. Everything was beautifully presented, and the food was excellent. It’s a gorgeous vibe inside. Highly recommend making a reservation. We did fortunately, and they were fully booked (Friday midday). Would love to try curry next time!

It's a quaint place in a small rural town. Very coffee shop like atmosphere. To have a cup of coffee this may be a good place. For food, not so much. They charge 1000 yen for what should be considered a pasta dish accompanying a main meat course. This would be less than 5 euro in Italy. The pasta recipe was very unconventional in a strange way. It was tomato sauce based but had a very small quantity of tomato bits. It looked like they just tossed the pasta with some diced tomato bits. Definitely not tomato sauce properly prepared. It was heavily peppered and squid bits were unidentifiable. It also had sliced lettuce which was the final blow. The weird texture and flavor of the lettuce bits are still lingering in my mouth. Try their desserts maybe but not their pasta. There was no other restaurant so I had no other choice.

Greetings from Finland! We were there May 2023. Mrs. and Mr. were very polite and cuisine was good. It was interesting to discuss with Hostess , she had been in Finland and seen there even Santa Claus, nice. We hope to be posible to see you again.

The meal is special, but size too tiny. A little bit expensive.

Warm, cozy, nice music. The coffee is great and they speak some english. Wifi available. Full of books and beautiful ceramic kitchen ware.

amazing food and atmoshere. wonderful place, very lucky to have stumbled across it

(Translated by Google) I've always wanted to visit this shop I visited for the first time. (2025.7) You can find out when the shaved ice is open on the shop's Instagram. On this day, reservations were required, and I made an air reserve reservation in advance. It seems that the lunch and shaved ice courses start with a table check. 《Ome × Yellow Plum》 《Mango × Pineapple》 It was a rich yet refreshing shaved ice that was perfect for summer 🍧 The homemade gelato inside was very delicious Plum jasmine tea for the Ome × Yellow Plum Pineapple & passion fruit for the Mango × Pineapple Kago Baixiang's shavings were crisp and fluffy and very delicious. The shop was filled with soft sunlight and had a very stylish and cozy atmosphere. In addition to cash payment, you can also pay with PayPay. There is a large parking lot on the premises. (Original) ずっとお伺いしたかったお店さん 初めてお伺いしました。(2025.7) かき氷営業日はお店のインスタグラムから知ることが出来ます。 この日は予約制で、事前にエアリザーブ予約しました。 ランチとかき氷のコースはtable checkからになるようです。 《青梅×黄梅》 《マンゴー×パイン》 夏にぴったりな 濃厚ながらもスッキリかき氷でした🍧 中に入る自家製ジェラートがとってもおいしくて 青梅×黄梅には梅ジャスミンティー マンゴー×パインにはパイン＆パッション 禾果漂馨さんの削りはサックリフワ氷で とってもおいしかったです。 やわらかい陽の光が入る店内で とってもお洒落で素敵な雰囲気で居心地の良い空間でした。 現金払いの他、PayPay払いも可能です。 敷地内に広い駐車場があります。

Local Restaurant with Food set with pic menu. delicious with affordable price. Hidden gem in Makino if you visit Kaizu Osaki

We had a great experience at this Japanese restaurant. The soba was fresh and flavorful, and the tempura was perfectly crispy and light. The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome from the start. A cozy spot with delicious food — highly recommended!

Fantastic food! Simple menu but home made cooking in a very nice place. The chef was very friendly. If you live sashimi, tempura and tonkatsu, then this is the place.

5 stars for some great food and friendly staff. My wife had the omakase set which she really liked. I had the chicken kurage with was delicious juicy and lean! There is not much in this area and this place is one of only a few local restaurants. You best book at busy times.

The food is so delicious, the owner knows a bit of English, he is very welcoming and cheerful. The place is very clean and tidy. We will definitely recommend.

A lovely restaurant with a chef/owner that's friendly and generous.

Delicious food, friendly staff. Amazing quality at very reasonable prices. Had the omakase (chef's choice) which had a good selection of all the best items.

(Translated by Google) First time visiting for lunch in Shiga! The restaurant has a traditional Japanese atmosphere, allowing for a relaxing meal. This time, I ordered the Super Rare Chicken Nanban Set Meal and the Grilled Omi Kurodori Chicken Set Meal. First, the rice 🍚 was shiny and delicious! The three-item platter included trout and game dishes that evoked Lake Biwa and the mountains. The soup was flavorful with Hatcho miso, the chicken main dish was truly beautiful, and the seasonal baby corn with skin was also a delight! The sauce was delicious! And it was quite filling 🍚🍚🍚 I'm curious to try the other menu items, so I plan to return. This is a recommended restaurant in Shiga. (Original) 滋賀でランチ、初訪問！ お店の雰囲気は古民家でゆっくり食事ができます。 今回は激レアチキン南蛮定食と近江黒鷄たれ焼き定食をオーダー。まずご飯🍚がつやつやで美味しい！3種盛の食材も琵琶湖や山を感じさせるマスやジビエメニュー、汁物も八丁味噌で味わい深く、鶏メインのお料理も本当に美しく、季節の皮付きヤングコーンにも感激！タレが非常に美味しい！そしてボリュームありです🍚🍚🍚 他のメニューも気になるので再訪予定。 滋賀ではおすすめのお店です。

(Translated by Google) First visit! I previously made a reservation but had to cancel it for personal reasons, so I apologize for the inconvenience. This time, I tried to go right when they opened without a reservation, but I arrived too early... I was thinking of waiting in the car, when a female staff member noticed my car and came out to let me sit early, saying my table was ready! I had the Nanban and Charcoal Grill, both of which were very filling and delicious. I was very satisfied ♡ I wish I had had more of the Milk Tofu. The rice was about the same size as a regular large serving. And, in these times, they even offer a free refill of rice, which is amazing! Not only was the food delicious, but the staff were so kind and made me so glad I came! I had a great holiday (*^^*) I'll definitely come again, thank you for the meal! (Original) 初訪問！以前予約を受けていただいたのに都合でキャンセルしご迷惑をおかけしたので、今回は予約せずにオープン時間に行こうとしたら早く着きすぎまして...車でゆっくり待とうと思っていたら女性スタッフさんが車に気付きわざわざ出てきてくださって準備できたからと早めにお席に案内してくださりました！ 南蛮と炭焼きをいただきましたがどちらもボリューム満点で美味。大満足♡ 牛乳豆腐はもっと食べたかったー ご飯は通常の大盛りくらいあるかと。 しかもこのご時世にご飯１杯おかわり無料、びっくりです！ お味はもちろんのこと、お店の皆様が本当親切で来てよかったと思わせてくれます！ 良い休日を過ごせました(*^^*) また必ず伺いまーす、ご馳走さまでした！

(Translated by Google) We visited for dinner on the middle day of a three-day weekend. I called to make a reservation before arriving, and from the voice I received I could already sense the excitement building for the restaurant. The three of us ordered the charcoal grilled set meal, the super rare chicken nanban set meal, and the hamburger steak set meal. They were all very filling, and it was clear that a lot of effort had gone into preparing the three side dishes that came with them. Everything was delicious, but my favorite was the super rare chicken nanban. The yuzu pepper that came with the charcoal grilled set meal went really well with the chicken nanban, so I would have appreciated a little extra. Thank you for the courteous and heartfelt service and the delicious food♪ (Original) 3連休の中日の夕食に伺いました。到着前に予約の電話をさせていただいたのですが、その時のお声からすでにお店への期待が高まる感じです。 炭焼き定食、激レアチキン南蛮定食、ハンバーグ定食を3人でそれぞれ注文しました。大変ボリューミーで、一緒についてくる3品のおかずも手間がかかっていることがわかるものでした。全部美味しかったのですが、私のお気に入りは激レアチキン南蛮です。 炭焼き定食についていた柚子胡椒が、キチン南蛮にもすごく合っていたので少しつけてもらえると嬉しいかもです。 丁寧で心のこもった接客、美味しいお料理をありがとうございました♪

(Translated by Google) I had the ginger pork. The ginger was really strong and it was delicious. Because it was chicken, it was lighter than pork. It was my favorite ginger pork I've ever eaten! It was very filling, and I was full, but it was delicious down to the last bite. It's a restaurant I'd like to visit again☺︎ (Original) 生姜焼きをいただきました。生姜がしっかり効いていてとっても美味しかったです。鶏肉なので豚よりもあっさり食べられました。今まで食べた生姜焼きの中で1番好みでした！ ボリューム満点でお腹いっぱいでしたが、最後まで美味しくいただきました。また行きたいなと思うお店です☺︎

(Translated by Google) I had the charcoal grilled set meal. Both the chicken and rice were delicious. The price was reasonable (lol). I arrived right when they opened, but the place was almost full (^_^;) I thought it might be hard to find the restaurant, but I was glad to see a sign when I got close. The parking lot (you can park on the street, but...) is small, and the atmosphere is relaxed, so it's best to get there early. This is a restaurant I'd definitely like to return to. (Original) 炭火焼き定食をいただきました。鶏もごはんもとても美味しいです。お値段はまぁまぁ(笑)。オープンと同時に着いたくらいでしたが、ほぼ満タン(^_^;) お店の場所は分かりにくいかもと思ったのですが、近くまで行くと案内看板があり、助かりました。 駐車場(路上駐車もできますが...)は狭く、食事もゆったりとれる雰囲気なので、早めに行くと良いでしょう。 リピートしたいお店です。

(Translated by Google) This is one of the few lunch spots in the Hakodateyama area, so I stopped by when I was in the area! The building is in the style of an old Japanese house, and the interior is decorated in a folk art style. I was shown to a room with a sunken kotatsu. There were a variety of menu items, but I ordered their specialty rare chicken and charcoal grilled set meals! Both sets were incredibly delicious, but the local white rice was also so good that I had seconds! Both of the owners told me stories about the food and the local area, so it was a fun lunch! I'd love to visit again! (Original) 箱館山界隈では数少ない ランチ処で 近くまで行ったときに立ち寄りました！ 古民家風の建物で内装も民芸風の設えで 掘り炬燵のあるお部屋に通してもらいました。 メニューもいろいろありましたが 名物のレアチキンと炭火焼の定食を注文！ どちらの定食も めちゃくちゃ美味しかったんですが 地物の白米もとても美味しくて おかわりしちゃさました！ 御夫婦のどちらからも料理や地元のお話など聞かせてもらい 楽しいランチとなりました！ また、訪れたいですね！

(Translated by Google) We brought eight motorcycles, and there was plenty of asphalt parking, which was a relief. 🅿️ We arrived right when they opened at 11:00, so they were very flexible with seating and helmet storage, making this a great place for touring riders. 👍 My family happened to stop by this place when it first opened, and after two years, we finally got to go! ️ Just as my family had told me and as many reviews have said, the food was delicious, the portions were generous, and it was great value for money. ✨ We'll definitely be back! 😋 (Original) バイク８台で行かせてもらいましたが、アスファルトの駐車スペースも有って安心でした🅿️ 11時開店同時での入店だったので、席の場所やヘルメット置き場など色々融通も利かせて頂けて、ツーリングライダーに有難いお店だと思います👍 開店当初に私の家族がたまたま立ち寄って知ったお店で、２年越したようやく行けました‼️ 家族から聞いてた通り＆口コミにも沢山書いてある通り、美味しくてボリュームもあってコスパ良し✨ また食べに伺います😋

Parking available on site. You can walk up to visit the altars. There is a raised platform beside the road where you can go up to take a good photo of the shrine in the lake. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy and thus we couldn’t capture a good shot of the sunset. The traffic towards Kyoto was very bad in the evening due to road works. It was a good one hour to overcome the stretch of about 8km or so.

This was a nice little pit stop along the way! There is a platform you can go up that gives you a good view for some nice pictures! I gave it 4 stars because some foreigner left a hot steamer in the women’s squatty potty and it looked like it had been there for a bit. My girls had 3 other squatty potties to pick from, but still.

Very nice view but the Torei are little hard to capture since you can't cross the street to get near the iconic figure.

Beautiful but not pedestrian friendly, walking right next to trucks and cars with no crosswalks. The nearest station is omi-Takashima, a 2.7km walk one way, so you’ll have to walk back to catch the train back to Kyoto (also maybe 2 trains max in an hour). Better if you drove, which there is a small parking lot area.

the cab return trip is 2900¥, and it is so boring to go (maybe we went on a not nice weather day)

Got up really early to be able to see the sunrise. There was a bit of clouds on the horizon but still it was a great sight. Road has alot of traffic and you need to climb over the barrier to get on the other side. Nice temple on the opposite side but we were there too early so it was not opened yet. It was worth the trouble of getting up early if you love sunrises like me.

What a beautiful Shrine !! Especially the tori gate sits in the Crystal clear Lake Biwa . I took the photo while I was cycling around the lake , difficult to across the street to pay respect to the shrine . I consider this is the best scenery of cycling Lake Biwa .

We arrived at 9:10am on a Tuesday in May. All boom gates to the car park were down and unattended. We parked nearby and walked through the car park into the playground. There was no one else here, so had the place to ourselves. Our 14 & 15 year olds had the best time, even saying "this is the best playground we've ever been to!". They were very keen to use the drop slide and the rest of the older kid equipment, but it was all ropped off. Toilets were clean and well stocked. We didn't try the restaurant, because it looked closed and unattended. It was a bit eerie being the only ones here, but we had a great time with lots of old school play equipment. Recommended!

Fantastic place to spend a whole day with your family, specially if you have little kids. Plenty of things to do, outdoor and indoor playgrounds, a small restaurant in case you decide not to bring obento, an area for BBQ, etc, and all for the price of the parking fee (500 yen for the whole day). Highly recommend as a day trip from Kyoto.

Kids and family park with Lake Biwa front. Amazing location and lots of activities for kids of all age groups. You can spend the whole day and still not cover all the activities they have to offer. Designates Bbq area where you can pay and get a spot to do bbq and setup camp, it’s a day camp site so you can’t stay overnight. The also have a central building with various cultural activities indoors like Handcrafts, gym, food court, wall climbing, air castle and more. Outdoors you have rental family rides and kids single bikes. Giant air balloon they call aqua roll where you can run inside a giant air ball. Disc golf and ground golf. Parking is 500 yen on site. Divides in 2 parts For bbq site on left after entering main parking lot. Very crowded during golden week for parking but there is also a private parking 100m on left before entering the parks parking.

A lot of game here for children. Maybe need one day to try all. The BBQ are is also available near the playground (at playground is prohibited) The car park fee is cheap only 500 yen

So many different playgrounds! All free! Also the scariest slide I've ever seen. I was not game to try...

Kids love it here, that’s all I need to say.

Great place for kids. Playground is free of charge. Some of activities you have to pay but it’s around ¥500-300. Parking is ¥500. kids love this place. You can bring your own food and drink. There is cafeteria and it’s Decent quality and pretty cheap. Good palace to visit with family.

**Transportation and Arrival:** Our journey to Biwako Valley began with a train ride from Osaka to Shiga train station. Upon arrival, we opted for a local bus or a taxi to reach the Biwako Ropeway Station entrance. For a group of five without luggage or ski gear, a taxi ride cost us 1600 Yen. If you're driving, expect to park in a lower parking area and take a free shuttle to the entrance. **Ticketing and Gondola:** Purchasing ropeway tickets and boarding the gondola was a breeze with a short 10-minute wait. For those not planning to ski, it's advisable to buy only the ropeway ticket, while chairlift tickets are necessary for skiing. Afternoon tickets, available at a reduced price, are ideal for visitors arriving around noon. **At the Top:** The summit was moderately crowded, offering a pleasant atmosphere despite the many visitors. The sled and play area are relatively small, but there's a lot more to explore. Ski school, the Grande Terrace, and play areas are located in the lower building on your right after exiting the gondola. Meanwhile, ski rentals and the cafeteria are situated in the upper building. **Skiing Experience:** The ski slopes were not overly crowded, though visitor numbers are expected to rise as temperatures drop. For convenience, clothing and ski gear can be rented at Shiga train station, the bottom ropeway station, and the upper building after the top ropeway station. Check out Biwako Valley official website for rental rates. **Scenic Views:** One of the highlights of our visit was the stunning view of Shiga town and Biwa Lake from the Grande Terrace. The panoramic vistas were simply breathtaking and made the trip even more memorable. In conclusion, our visit to Biwako Valley was a delightful experience with easy access, smooth ticketing, enjoyable skiing, and spectacular views. It’s a fantastic destination for both ski enthusiasts and those simply looking to take in the natural beauty of the area.

Biwako Valley, Shiga Biwako Valley is an absolute gem in Shiga Prefecture, offering a perfect blend of breathtaking scenery, thrilling activities, and year-round fun! Whether you're visiting in winter or summer, this resort delivers an unforgettable experience. Stunning Views & Scenery The panoramic views of Lake Biwa from the Biwako Terrace are nothing short of spectacular. The 360-degree glass ropeway provides an exhilarating ride to the summit, where you can soak in the beauty of Japan’s largest freshwater lake, with glimpses of Kyoto and Osaka on clear days . Exciting Activities for All Seasons -Winter: The ski slopes are well-groomed, with courses for all skill levels, including the Horai Panorama Slope, which offers incredible lake views while skiing. Snowshoeing, sledding, and snowboarding lessons make it a fantastic winter destination . -Summer: The zip line adventure and Sky Walker obstacle course are adrenaline-pumping highlights, while summer sledding and scenic chair-lift rides provide family-friendly fun . Top-Notch Facilities & Dining The resort boasts excellent amenities, including Café 360, where you can enjoy drinks with a view, and Grill Dining & Bar HALUKA, serving delicious gourmet meals. The rental gear is high-quality, and the staff are friendly and helpful . Easy Accessibility from Kyoto & Osaka Just 40 minutes from Kyoto and about an hour from Osaka, Biwako Valley is incredibly convenient for a day trip or weekend getaway. The JR Kosei Line and shuttle buses make transportation hassle-free . Perfect for Families, Couples & Solo Travelers Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a romantic spot with stunning sunsets, Biwako Valley has it all. The well-maintained facilities, variety of activities, and unmatched scenery make it a must-visit destination in Japan. Final Verdict: 4/5 – A flawless mix of nature, adventure, and comfort. Don’t miss it! 🌟

First time visiting the snow mountains ❄️⛰️ The cable car system was well-organized and fully equipped. It was a bit crowded, but everything moved in an orderly way. We also tried snow sledding for the first time — such a fun experience! 🛷✨ Bought our tickets on the spot and didn’t have to wait too long.

The best place to enjoy the snow season in Japan - magical and cozy all at once! ☃️ and A must-visit spot—make sure to add this to your itinerary! ✨

We can go there from Kyoto station. We can see the largest lake in Japan from the top of the mountain. We enjoyed the swings in summer. ☆

One of the most beautiful places I have been to. It seems this should be more common on itineraries of Kyoto travel. Traveling to and from the Valley is not cheap if you consider the train, bus, and tram. But the view is absolutely incredible, and there are plenty of fun activities to do (some for extra price).

Great place to play snow and slide with your kids! So much fun! They also offer a free sliding attributes along with the toys. They also provide several rentals and sell ski equipment on site. You can get here using the JR line from Kyoto Station, then continue by bus to the Biwako valley area, and finally use the cable car to reach the valley. All worth it for my son's first snow experience. Recommended!

Prices were reasonable even this a tourist area. So does the Soba noodles! Good taste! Payment by Cash only...

Excellent. I want a menu in English, though.

Nice

(Translated by Google) This 100% buckwheat soba restaurant is located in a great location overlooking Lake Biwa. The spacious restaurant was bustling with customers, and some people could be seen writing their names at the entrance and waiting for their turn. It was a busy time, so the staff were a little hurried, but since it was soba, the turnover seemed relatively quick. I had 100% buckwheat soba and seared mackerel sushi. The soba was finely ground, with a faint aroma of fluffy buckwheat flour and a firm texture with an excellent bite. The seared mackerel sushi was delicious, with an exquisite balance of fatty mackerel and vinegared rice. They also had mackerel sushi for takeaway, and many customers were seen purchasing some. (Original) 琵琶湖を望む絶好のロケーションに佇む、十割蕎麦のお店。 広々とした店内は多くのお客様で賑わい、入口には名前を書いて順番を待つ方々の姿も見受けられます。 混み合う時間帯ということもあり、店員さんたちは少し慌ただしく対応されていましたが、お蕎麦ということもあり回転は比較的早めのようです。 私は、十割蕎麦と炙っていただいた鯖寿司をいただきました。 お蕎麦は細挽きで、ふんわりとした蕎麦粉の香りがほのかに広がり、しっかりとしたコシがあり噛み応えも抜群。 炙り鯖寿司は、脂ののった鯖と酢飯のバランスが絶妙で、とても美味しくいただきました。 お持ち帰り用の鯖寿司もあり、購入されるお客様の姿も多く見られました。

(Translated by Google) Shirohige's 100% buckwheat soba. Lunch at Shirohige Soba, located along Lake Biwa in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. Why Shirohige? It has nothing to do with Edward Newgate, but rather with its proximity to Shirohige Shrine. There's a torii gate at Lake Biwa, so it's popular with tourists. The parking lot is large, but the restaurant was bustling with customers even after 1:00 PM on a weekday. ◎Zaru Soba (Zanko Soba) - Manzoku Mori (1,815 yen) ◎Saba Sushi I was debating whether to order the double mori, but I decided to go with the Manzoku Mori (Saba Sushi) as I wanted to try the mackerel sushi as well. The soba broth was served in a bowl, and the 100% buckwheat soba was smooth and delicious. I shared a piece of mackerel sushi with a client. My client was visiting from Tokyo and thought the mackerel sushi might taste a bit fishy, ​​but he said it was delicious. (Original) 白ひげの十割蕎麦。 滋賀県高島市の琵琶湖沿いにある白ひげ蕎麦でランチ。 なぜ白ひげか！？エドワードニューゲートは関係無く、白鬚神社の近くにあるからだと思います。 琵琶湖に鳥居があり、観光客の方も多いですね。 駐車場は広いですが、平日の13時を過ぎているのに店内は客で賑わっています。 ◎ザルそば　満足もり　1815円 ◎鯖すし Wもりか悩みやしたが、鯖すしも食べようと満足もりにしました。蕎麦つゆはお椀に入っており、十割蕎麦は喉越しがよく美味しいですね。 鯖すしは得意先と一個ずついただきました。得意先は東京からきており、鯖すしは生ぐさいも思っていたようですが、美味しかったとのことでした。

(Translated by Google) This soba restaurant offers a spectacular view right in front of Lake Biwa. Dogs are welcome on the terrace, so you can relax with your beloved dog while gazing at the lake. 🐾 The soba noodles are flavorful and smooth. And what's even more surprising is the all-you-can-drink self-service coffee, tea, latte, and soba soup! Enjoying a drink after your meal while admiring the view...it's just like a cafe. ☕️ Spending time gazing at the sparkling Lake Biwa is truly luxurious. This has become a favorite spot I'll definitely be returning to. ✨ (Original) 琵琶湖の目の前にある絶景のそば処。 テラス席はワンコ同伴OKで、愛犬と一緒に湖を眺めながらのんびり過ごせます🐾 お蕎麦は風味がよく、のどごしも最高。 そして驚いたのは、コーヒー・お茶・ラテ・そば湯などがセルフサービスで飲み放題！ 食後に景色を眺めながらゆっくり一杯…まるでカフェのような心地よさです☕️ 琵琶湖のきらめきを眺めながら過ごす時間は本当に贅沢。 リピート確定のお気に入りスポットになりました✨

(Translated by Google) An acquaintance recommended this restaurant to me, so I stopped by while on a tour. Despite being 100% buckwheat soba, the noodles were chewy and delicious. The mackerel sushi was also incredibly thick and delicious. I highly recommend this restaurant. The location is also great, and the atmosphere was great as I ate while looking out at Lake Biwa. (Original) 知人に勧められて、ツーリングの途中に行ってきました。十割蕎麦の割に麺には弾力があり、大変美味しかったです。 鯖寿司も最高に肉厚で大変美味しかったです。こちらもオススメです。 あと、ロケーションも良く、目の前の琵琶湖を観ながらの食事も雰囲気が良くて最高でした。

Very traditional and simple BBQ restaurant using gas stove without any exhaust. (Be forewarned, your clothes will smell of BBQ after the meal 😬🤪) The yummy 😋 BBQ beef would compensate for the smell. Reasonably priced with different choices of beef meats. Quite thick slice of beef meats. Best eat with beer. DIY BBQ. Nice cheerful and helpful staff. No credit card, Cash only payment.

Very satisfying meat platters and huge bowls of fluffy Japanese rice filled our table, this yakiniku restaurant is the best for beef lovers to go all out at. Prices are affordable and quality is very good, would easily recommend this to anyone looking for a good meal and don’t mind a simpler (rather run down) setting with poor air extraction/ventillation and greasy floors. Minus 2 stars for the environment; but other then that this place is exceptional and a gem.

Very local place (not touristy). Tasty beef!! Super tender & juicy Meal set comes with rice, miso, & daikon. Friendly staff (worked with my embarrassing minimal Japanese ~ their English was better!)

Very good service even for non Japanese speakers, food is very ordinary but authentic, a good decision to avoid those fine dining restaurants in the mountain area. Don't expect too much for the room environment, it is very 'local' and 'family like'.

I presumed its a small family owned yakiniku business by the lake. Free parking and great selection of meat for very reasonable price!

Funnily enough, this place served the best oyakodon I've ever had in Japan. I'm glad we decided to stop our car to eat here.

It’s a very good place too get a quick and delicious dinner. The rice bowl you get is very big, so you will definitely get full. I would give 5 stars but I don’t like the fact that you are allowed to smoke inside the restaurant. There is no English menu but the staff is willing to show you what part of the body of the cow or pork it is when you order :D give it a try ;)

Kind, wonderful staff, good food and great atmosphere. The building was very beautiful.

The food was amazing! We loved every dish from the pizza, pasta and Japanese food! Will definitely be back and highly recommend!

One of the favorites on this trip, nice ambiance, balanced mixtures of well tasting dishes, and super friendly service. Well worth a visit!

If you visit takashima, this is a great dinner option! We order the sets, it was delicious!

I love this small restaurant. Food is good and not expensive.

So excellent!

(Translated by Google) Delicious! Plenty of volume! A wide variety of menu items! The seats are spacious, and the interior is stylish and clean. They also provide takeaway containers. It was a great restaurant. It's a place I definitely want to visit when I come to Takashima. (Original) 美味しい！ボリュームたっぷり！メニューの種類も豊富！お席も広くて、店内もおしゃれで清潔。 持ち帰り容器もくださいます。 素晴らしいお店でした。高島に来た時は絶対に寄りたいお店です。

Went there as Hinatazaka46 made a trip there for their hit campaign. Grounds were large and a bit confusing. Made up my mind to climb to see the big rock (金大嚴)up on the hill and oh boy was it tough. I rushed through it in around 20 minutes as it was turning dark. Respect to the members who climbed it after dragonboating.

Really peaceful and serene shrine. Shiga is definitely an excellent spot to escape from the crowds in Kyoto. This place is good for all seasons and the autumn colours just made it that much better for viewing pleasure! There was also a free night illumination that makes this such a must see spot !

Hiyoshi Taisha, located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, is a Shinto shrine with a rich history dating back over 2,000 years. Founded during the reign of Emperor Sujin, it has served as a sacred site dedicated to the deity Hiyoshi Okami, associated with water and agriculture. The shrine gained prominence during the Heian period and became closely linked to the powerful Minamoto and Taira clans. Hiyoshi Taisha is unique for its syncretic worship of Shinto and Buddhism, exemplified by its connection to the nearby Enryaku-ji, a prominent Buddhist temple on Mount Hiei. The annual Sanno Matsuri festival, held in June, is a highlight, attracting visitors with vibrant processions and traditional performances. Throughout centuries, the shrine has undergone reconstruction due to natural disasters and conflicts. Today, it stands as a cultural and historical treasure, reflecting Japan's enduring spiritual traditions and the integration of Shinto and Buddhist influences.

Hiyoshi Taisha is an old Japanese shrine, and it has a forest-style yard and garden which has numerous old, tall trees for more than several hundred years. In addition, the visitors can see the clean flow of water circulating or flowing through various temples in the Shrine area. But the Shrine may be in crisis probably due to insufficient fund for the maintenance and repair. For example, most of the tree-bark roofs of the Shrine's worshiping temples are in damaging conditions. Also, a few lion-shaped Guards in front of the worshipping shrines or temples are also in damaged condition. Visitors who are interested in the Shrine can take the same Keihan commuter train to visit Ishiyama-dera Temple of the Otsu area. Alos, there are various other smaller temples outside Hiyoshi Taisha, between subway station and Shrine's main gate.

One place in Shiga prefecture you should DEFINITELY make a stop at. Beautiful hiking area and one of the cheaper entrance fees. SO MUCH to discover in the surrounding area!

Various pictures of the many autumn spots of Hiyoshi Taisha (日吉大社) in Ōtsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Hiyoshi Taisha shrine, its grounds are very large and the shrine is situated on the foot of mount Hie.

One of the older and more historically significant Shinto shrines in the area. It's a convenient stop if you are headed to Enryaku-ji, and won't take all day to explore.

The beach nearby is frequented by many fly-fishers late into the evenings. There are park benches. As of June 2023, the grass needs mowing.

There's a little beach. The sand is softer there than other places around the lake

After dinner. Kill time 😄

A nice torii gate that is facing towards the lake.

It’s a nice little resting spot with toilets, a place to sit, and a gorgeous view of Lake Biwa—you can even stroll along the lakeside. Historically, this is where Akechi Mitsuhide built his castle after betraying Oda Nobunaga in the Honnō-ji Incident. They even have a monument dedicated to him.

(Translated by Google) Sakamoto Castle Ruins Park was developed on the site of Sakamoto Castle (a nationally designated historic site) on the shores of Lake Biwa, along National Route 161 in Shimosakamoto, Otsu City, about 1.7 km south of JR Hieizan Sakamoto Station. In 1571, shortly after Oda Nobunaga burned down Enryaku-ji Temple with 30,000 soldiers, Oda Nobunaga (1534-1582) constructed Sakamoto Castle on the shores of Lake Biwa, ordering his vassal Akechi Mitsuhide (1528-1582) to watch over Enryaku-ji Temple and rule the Shiga County area at the foot of the mountain. Sakamoto Castle's first distinctive feature is its "water castle" style, in which water from Lake Biwa is brought into the castle grounds. Mitsuhide's tea ceremony teacher, Tsuda Sogyu of Sakai, Osaka, was invited to Sakamoto Castle and held a tea ceremony there. He wrote, "After the ceremony, we boarded a royal boat from the castle and headed to Azuchi Castle." Sakamoto Castle was a magnificent fortress with towering main and small main towers. Luis Frois, who was in Japan as a Jesuit missionary at the time, said, "The castle built by Akechi is magnificent and magnificent, second only to Nobunaga's Azuchi Castle." Construction of Sakamoto Castle began four years earlier than Azuchi Castle, making it a pioneering example of modern castles. Mitsuhide used Sakamoto Castle as his base and worked hard to pacify Omi under Nobunaga's orders, but in 1582 (Tensho 10), he led a rebellion and killed Oda Nobunaga and his son in the Honnoji Incident. However, Akechi Mitsuhide was killed in the Battle of Yamazaki, in which Hashiba Hideyoshi avenged his lord, and Sakamoto Castle fell just 10 years after it was built. After Sakamoto Castle fell, the late Nobunaga's senior vassals gathered at Owari Kiyosu Castle to divide Nobunaga's territory, a process known as chigyowari. Niwa Nagahide, who ruled the two counties of Shiga and Takashima in Omi, became the lord of Sakamoto Castle, while Hashiba Hideyoshi retained control of Yamashiro. At this so-called "Kiyosu Conference," many voices called for Hideyoshi to be made lord of Sakamoto Castle, but it is said that Hideyoshi handed it over to Niwa Nagahide, believing that "holding Sakamoto Castle would suggest he had ambitions to rule the country." This may have been because Sakamoto Castle was located at Imamichigoe, a key transportation point to Kyoto. In 1583, after Hideyoshi defeated Shibata Katsuie at Echizen Kitanosho, Nagahide was given Echizen, Wakasa, and the Kaga Peninsula, while Sakamoto Castle was taken over by Hideyoshi's vassal, Sugihara Ietsugu. However, rumors of Ietsugu's madness spread, and the castle was passed to Asano Nagayoshi, who had been given Seta Castle in the previous territorial division. After permission was granted to rebuild Enryaku-ji Temple's main gate in 1584, Sakamoto Castle no longer served as a watchdog for Enryaku-ji Temple. Furthermore, with Hideyoshi's construction of Osaka Castle, Otsu's importance in connecting the Hokuriku region with Osaka via land and water transport on the Tokaido and Yodo River increased, and Sakamoto Castle's historical role was handed over to Otsu Castle. After Sakamoto Castle was abandoned, the ruins were developed into farmland and residential areas. While it was a famous castle, its location and scale remain unknown, and it has become a mythical castle. Within the park, in a place thought to be within the castle grounds, stands the Akechizuka, said to be a memorial mound for Mitsuhide. Furthermore, during times of drought in Lake Biwa, the stone walls beneath the lake become visible, but are normally not visible. (Original) 坂本城址公園は、JR比叡山坂本駅の南1.7kmほどの大津市下阪本の国道161号沿いの琵琶湖畔の坂本城跡（国指定史跡）に整備された公園です。 元亀2年（1571年）織田信長は三万の兵をもって延暦寺焼き打ち直後、織田信長（1534〜1582年）が家臣の明智光秀（1528〜1582年）に延暦寺の監視と山麓の滋賀郡一帯の支配を命じた琵琶湖岸に坂本城を築城しました。 坂本城の特徴は、まず、城内に琵琶湖の水を引き入れた、いわゆる「水城形式」の城郭でした。 光秀の茶の湯の師匠である大阪堺の津田宗及（つだそうぎゅう）が坂本城に招かれ、茶会を催した時に「茶会のあと、城内から御座船に乗って安土城に向かった」と記しています。 坂本城は、高層の大天主と小天主がそびえる豪壮な城郭でした。当時、イエズス会の宣教師として来日していたルイス・フロイスは「明智の築いた城は、豪壮華麗で信長の安土城に次ぐ、城である」と言っていました。坂本城は安土城より4年早く着工されていましたので、近世の城郭の先駆的な存在でもありました。 光秀は、坂本城を拠点として信長の命により近江平定に奔走しましたが、天正10年（1582年）に謀反を起こし「本能寺の変」で織田信長親子を殺害した。 しかし、羽柴秀吉による主君の仇討ちの「山崎の合戦」に敗れた明智光秀は殺害され、坂本城も築城からわずか10年で落城しました。 坂本城の落城後、亡き信長の重臣たちは尾張清洲城に集まり、信長の領地分割、いわゆる知行割りが行われ、近江の滋賀と高島の二郡をもつ丹羽長秀が坂本城の城主となり、羽柴秀吉は山城をもつこととなりました。 そのいわゆる「清洲会議」では、秀吉を坂本城主にという声が多くありましたが、秀吉は「坂本城をもてば、天下を取りたいという野心があると思われる」ので、丹羽長秀に渡したともいわれています。それは、坂本城は「今道越」という京都への交通の要所に立地していたからともいえます。 天正11年（1583年）秀吉が越前北庄で柴田勝家を破ると、長秀は、越前・若狭と加賀半島を与えられ、坂本城は、秀吉の家臣、杉原家次が入りました。しかし、家次狂気の風聞が伝わり、先の知行割りで瀬田城を与えられた浅野長吉に変わりました。 天正12年（1584年）に延暦寺の山門復興の許可がおりてからは、坂本城も延暦寺の監視のための役割もなくなったことと、秀吉が大坂城を築いたため東海道や淀川の陸運水運を通じて北陸と大阪を結びつけるうえで「大津」の重要性が高まり、歴史的な役割を大津城に譲ることとなりました。 そして、坂本城廃城後、城跡は整備され田畑や住宅地となり、有名な城でしたが、その位置や規模などは不明で、幻の城となってしまいました。 公園内の城内と推測される場所に光秀の供養塚と伝わる明智塚が建立されています。 また、琵琶湖の渇水時には湖中の石垣が姿をあらわしますが、普段は見ることができません。

(Translated by Google) I can imagine how beautiful it would be if there was a castle in a place like this. I was able to see the magnificent stone statues. I'm grateful to the people who take care of them every day. I visited on a scorching hot day, but the shade of the trees made it cool and refreshing. I was also happy that there were restrooms available. (Original) こんな所にお城があったならなんと綺麗なことだろうと想像します。立派な石像を拝見できました。日々手入れをしてくださっている方々に感謝です。 猛暑日に訪れましたが木陰があり涼やかでした。 お手洗いがあるのも嬉しいですね。

this shrine is small but beautiful. its easy to get to from karasaki station and is right on the edge of one of japans most beautiful lakes — biwako. you cannot picnic on the grounds or anything like that but you can wander and enjoy the lake views. they do have goshuincho if youre into that, but no calligrapher on site.

A beautiful Shrine with beautiful lake view and a huge pine tree. I had a very relaxing time here watching the lake.

A nice place next to Biwa lake. Quiet and no tourists. ☺️

Literary took a 30-minute nap here. Very relaxing.

quaint and local shrine , great view of lake biwa

It's a very simple shrine, but the view of Lake Biwa is great. There was a giant tree as the center piece of the shrine's park area, but it was blown down by a hurricane. There are a few benches that look out over the lake, so you can relax. If it's really windy, and in the fall or winter, it may be quite cold. There is also a very nice dango shop right in front of the shrine.

Karasaki Shrine : Karasaki Shrine is located in north part of Otsu City along the shore of Lake Biwa. The shrine has a strong connection with neighboring Hiyoshi Shrine located in the west on the foot of mountain. It is believed that the original form of shrine was established in here in 7th century. There is a gigantic pine tree planted in the ground widely spreading out its branches. It is interesting to know the fact that the same tree had been depicted in drawings of ancient times around 16th century. From the side of the shore which is a part of the precincts of the shrine you can see a nice view of the lake. This view from the shore is designated as one of the eight scenic sights of the lake in Omi region. There is an annual event called Mitarashi Festival held in this shrine at the end of July. Trans-word+ : TGM Japan Guide

Gorgeous temple with a call Zen garden, forest walkways, and mountainside views. Fantastic historical pieces and art on display inside. As a tourist, I did not perceive this as a place advertised as a Kyoto must-see. After attending, I think it is. It's not too far from nearby hiking and running trails. Entry fee was 800 yen. It is a very peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the busier parts of Kyoto

This was a beautiful little temple! We had a very nice visit! We nearly had the whole place to ourselves. The garden was so lovely, I could have sat there and listened to the cicadas sing for hours! It was well worth a visit!

This wonderful temple was suggested to us by an AI inquiry. We visited about 10am after a visit to the Golden Temple which was crowded with school groups. By contrast we almost had this place to ourselves and it was so beautiful, tranquil, and spiritual. The gardens especially are stunning.

Amazing place! Really peaceful, quiet. Beautiful garden and view, bamboo forest. Highly recommended to go here instead of overcrowded places in Kyoto city center

I was impressed about the stone garden and backyard green garden. Please go through the gate over the stone garden. I could sit down on the floor like zazen about 30 minutes or more. Trees and green are beautiful. And also we can see Kyoto city because here is in the mountain. It takes about 15 minutes from Shirakawa street on foot. ☆

My favorite, it's so peaceful and (for now at least) is a great escape from the crowds. Beautiful for both sakura and momiji seasons.

We decided to travel north east to visit a few of the temples here and it was the best possible decision. Since it is a bit out of the way, almost no tourists were here. Enkoji is the most beautiful and serene temple we visited during our Japan trip. Beautiful architecture, stunning garden and hilltop view of Kyoto and even a small bamboo groove. The other temples in the locations coupled with Enkoji make it more than worthwhile to do this "detour" from the most dense tourist hotspots.

Though I've visited Kyoto countless times, today marked my first trip to Reikanji. This normally secluded temple opens its doors to the public only during spring, showcasing its stunning array of pink, red, and white camellia blossoms.

Beautiful temple! Convenient location just a short walk from the bus stop (Bus 100). Really small, but plenty of garden and nature to walk about in. Made it for their limited camellia (tsubaki) display. There were many camellia species, including a rare black camellia tree, as introduced by the temple staff. Some of them do speak a bit of English, but Japanese gets you a little deeper conversation. Overall, a really beautiful and quiet place a short walk away from the Philosopher's Walk (Tetsugaku no Michi) and part of the cluster of famous temples in the area. Definitely worth a trip to! :)

I visited the Reikan-Ji for today's purpose Camellia, but their best condition had already passed, the heyday of Camellia had been gone, it made me down. In addition, Fallen Camellia were scattered on the moss so artificially, it also disappointed me. If I had come about two weeks earlier, the result would have been different. Reikan-ji Temple is located in the eastern direction when viewed from the Kyoto Imperial Palace, so it is in the direction of Rabbits in the 12 Zodiac Signs. Lucking up on the wall above the door of the upper warehouse, there were cute Rabbit Decorations. Furthermore, there was a small place of worship on the 10 m left side of the entrance of Reikanji, and when I looked inside, it had a Rabbit peeping inside hidden from square hole. In order to visit there, once you should get out on the road, then you will find out the entrance, relatively difficult to find it out by one glance. Without my information, you will easily miss it and pass away. In spite of sweat effort to come up to Reikanji, most of the visitors return without noticing this Rabbits decorations because they have not been introduced in the instruction manuals.

Absolute Tsubaki Wonderland. We arrived here on a sunny Sakura day and the temple took our breath breath away. 🌺🌺🌺

Peaceful

My favorite temple, beautiful, quiet gardens off the beaten path. Only quiet and respectful Japanese tourists when I went, which made the place all the more relaxing.

The camelias haven't bloomed yet, visited 22nd March. After the tour ends, they tell you it will bloom around 30th March, not worth 800yen

500 JPY for a ticket. 30 minutes of walking inside a garden that does not offer much. Might be an excellent place for a photoshoot session, but do pay attention to the weather, if it is cloudy, the whole place looks like a depressing sight. But if it is sunny then wow…

The momiji are gorgeous and there are winter blooming Sakura as of November 17. There were 2 bloomed hydrangeas on November 17 as well, which was a surprise to me. On March 9, there were kawazu (early blooming sakura). On April 1, there were full-bloomed さくら🌸.

A beautiful garden and scenic pond with a small temple on-site. It was very quiet when we visited. Get here from the Ono stop, one stop before Daigo-ji. We found our way here by accident, but we were so glad we came. A wonderful woman showed us the way to this place and then helped us get back to the train and on to Daigo-ji. Stop by for a visit, you won't regret it!

Really underrated temple for autumn colours. Well worth the trip to escape the crazy tourists crowd in key sights at Kyoto! Has a nice pond and a lovely small pagoda inside of it. It is also close to a subway station so it is easy to get to! Come and enjoy autumn without the whole world next to you!

not crowded, great small place to relax and walk around the pond

Spring is the best time to visit this slightly out of the way temple.The garden is unusual as it is a stroll-thru, as opposed to most other temple gardens which are made for viewing only. There is a pond too and a whole load of cherry trees which you are able to enjoy without the inevitable crowds biting at your heels. All in all a good experience but I'm not sure if it's worth a visit outside the Spring and Autumn seasons.

Himuro Ike pond was an interesting nature preserve with herons and koi fish. Nice garden.

You can enjoy camping here with Onsen(spa). There are many camping zone and some tents are already prepared. You can just visit there and enjoy the nature without tents. Also, they have spa that is mixed, you wear swimming suite and can enjoy with family / friends together.

Good places to do camping, picnic, and BBQ. In here also available microwave to warm food. It's awesome. Best spot on spring to enjoy Sakura

Around 5000 yen for a camping spot (without any rentals). The shop has all that you would need for rent/sale but it closes by 5pm.

Good👍👍

Stunning view of mother nature

relaxing

Beautifull

Went for a picnic at the end of autumn . Wasn't many people around ,the view was tranquill and spectacular . Wasn't expecting it , but as though the moon was showing us its true beauty. Unfortunately the restroom was a little eerie, but its functional :) .

Nice place but the city could do more to maintain it rather than leaving most of it upto the local volunteer community. I get it though, it's a lot of work, stuff grows fast here.

(Translated by Google) There is plenty of parking space, and depending on the season, red spider lilies may be in bloom. In winter, it's a slightly wider space. You can relax. (Original) 駐車スペースもしっかりあり、季節によりますが、彼岸花が咲いたりするようです。冬はちょっと広めの広場です。のんびりできます。

(Translated by Google) I visited here for fishing. There is only space for a few cars, but the toilets are a big plus. In autumn, clusters of red spider lilies bloom, so it's a popular spot for taking photos. (Original) 釣りのため訪れました。車は数台しか止めれませんがトイレ設置が大きなポイントだと思います。秋には彼岸花が群生するので写真撮影のため賑わいます

(Translated by Google) I come here on October 5, 2024. I missed it last year, so I've been waiting for this moment for a year. Luckily . The flowers bloom very beautifully, perhaps the best time is earlier, then fewer flowers, later, then the flowers wither. Some of the flowers have withered. Many people come to walk their dogs. Super adorable. Saw 2 cosplayers taking pictures. Also had a Japanese man take pictures. It seemed very approachable and I gave him some candy in return. It's a pity that I can't receive files of those pictures. If you have a camera to take photos, it costs 100 VND💯 It takes quite a while to get from the station to this location. Cars and motorbikes are the right choice. There are restrooms and parking. Ladies, please pay attention that the women's restroom does not have paper 🤣 (Original) Mình đến đây vào 5-10-2024 . Mình lỡ mất năm ngoái .nên đã đợi thời điểm này cho 1 năm . Thật may . Hoa nở rất đẹp có lẽ là thời điểm đẹp nhất sớm hơn thì ít hoa muộn hơn thì hoa tàn r . Một số khóm hoa đã tàn . Người tới dắt chó đi dạo rất nhiều. Siêu đáng yêu . Bắt gặp 2 người cosplay đang chụp hình. Còn được một bác người nhật chụp hình . Có vẻ rất dễ gần và tôi tặng lại bác vài viên kẹo . Thật tiếc vì k thể nhận file những bức hình đấy . Có máy ảnh để chụp thì 100đ💯 Khá mất thời gian để đi từ ga đến địa điểm này . Xe ô tô và xe máy là lựa chọn đúng đắn . Có nhà vệ sinh và bãi đỗ xe . Các bạn nữ chú ý nhà vệ sinh nữ k có giấy nha🤣

(Translated by Google) Lake Biwa is right next to it, and the red spider lily flowers are not clustered in one place, but bloom over a long distance. There are parking lots in some places, but you can't park many cars. There were some people parking on the road, but the road is not very wide so I wish they would stop. There are toilets and places to take a break, but there aren't many restaurants in the area, so it's best to buy them somewhere in advance. The view is amazing. Lake Biwa and cluster amaryllis are beautiful. (Original) 琵琶湖が直ぐ側にあって彼岸花が一箇所に固まってあるわけでは無くて長い距離を点在してる感じで咲いてます。駐車場は所々にありますがあまり台数停めることができません。路駐してる人もいましたがあまり道幅広くないのでやめてほしいですね。トイレと休憩する所はありますが周辺は特に飲食店は少ないので予め何処かで購入している方がいいですね。景色は素晴らしいです。琵琶湖と彼岸花が美しいです。

(Translated by Google) 2024.5.18.Saturday.sunrise A place where you can take beautiful pictures of the morning sun over Lake Biwa Good for sleeping in a camper The toilet is like a public toilet There are many insects photo by Naniwa Strike Force #Lake Biwa #Shiga Prefecture #CREA journey🚌 #nutsrv #camper #Camper trip #Life with a camper #camper #sunrise #Asahi #Sleeping in the car #Katsurahama #Japanese national villas (Original) 2024.5.18.Saturday.sunrise 琵琶湖の朝日が綺麗に撮れる場所 キャンピングカーでの車中泊にも良い トイレは公衆トイレ並み 虫が多い photo by なにわの突撃隊 #琵琶湖 #滋賀県 #CREA旅🚌 #nutsrv #キャンピングカー #キャンピングカー旅 #キャンピングカーのある生活 #camper #sunrise #朝日 #車中泊 #桂浜 #日本全国別荘

Very nice beach that is empty most of the time.

(Translated by Google) A swimming hole located in Kosai along Shiga Prefectural Route 54 (Windmill Road). Because it's a lake, it's not a beach, but a swimming hole. Stopped in early in the morning in mid-November. Perhaps because it was off-season, the parking lot, which could accommodate about 20 cars, was free (during the season, there was a charge?). Across the prefectural road is Hamabunuma, and between the prefectural road and the beach is a pine forest. There were several shops lined up, including boat rentals and coffee shops, but perhaps because it was off-season or because it was early in the morning, they weren't open, and at first glance it looked like an abandoned building. ← Excuse me Well, I guess it's lively in the summer... The beach is not sand but coarse gravel. The waves were calm and the water quality was clean. Looking out over Lake Biwa, I could see the Sugaura Peninsula, Tsuzura Ozaki, Kaizu Osaki, and Chikubu Island, creating a spectacular view of Sumbara. If the sky is clear, you can even see Mt. Ibuki behind Chikubu Island. (Original) 滋賀県道54号線（風車街道）沿い、湖西にある水泳場。 湖だから海水浴場ではなく「水泳場」なのね。 １１月中旬早朝に立ち寄り。 シーズンオフだったせいか20台くらい停められる駐車場は無料だった（シーズン中は有料？）。 県道挟んだ向かいには浜分沼があり、県道と浜の間には松林がある。 貸ボートや喫茶店など何店かお店が並んでいたが、シーズンオフなのか朝早いからなのか営業はしておらず、一見廃屋のようにも見えた。←失礼 まぁ、夏は賑やかなんだろうけど… 浜は砂ではなく粗い砂利。 波は静かで水質はキレイだった。 琵琶湖を望むと菅浦半島・葛篭尾崎(つづらおざき)や海津大崎、竹生島（ちくぶしま）が見え、スンバラしい景色が広がっていた。 キレイに晴れ渡っていれば竹生島の奥に伊吹山も見えるらしい。

(Translated by Google) It was my first time swimming in a lake. The view was spectacular, it didn't stick to my skin like seawater, and small waves pushed and slid back onto the sand... Schools of 15-20cm fish were swimming in the stream that flows into the lake, so it looked like you could fish there too✨ My husband and children used a net to drive fish. I was hoping we'd catch some, and they really did catch them unscathed!! There was also an old toilet nearby (no pavers), and I'd like to come back again. (Original) 人生初めての湖水浴。 絶景で、海水のように肌にベタつかず、小さな波が砂浜に押しては返す…。 湖へと流れる小川に、15〜20cmの魚が群れを成して泳いでいて、釣りもできそう✨ 主人と子どもたちは、網を使って追い込み漁。 「捕れるといいね〜」と思っていたら、ホントに無キズで捕ってきた!! すぐ近くに古いけれどトイレもあり（ペーバーは無し）、また来たいと思いました。

(Translated by Google) This is the place where I was able to watch Blue Impulse while swimming at the Self-Defense Force Festival in Takashima. There are only about 10 free parking spaces, and a similar number of paid parking spaces. There are free toilets, but you have to pay for showers. The water was clear in the morning, but in the afternoon there was a lot of algae, probably due to the tide changing. Still, the water was much cleaner than the swimming holes on the east side and the swimming holes in the middle and below. The swimming area is small, but wide and deep enough for children under elementary school age. The depth to the buoy is approximately 160cm, so it is best to let children play alone under the supervision of their parents. (Original) 高島であった自衛隊フェスでブルーインパルスを見るために、泳ぎながら見れた場所です。 無料駐車場は10台前後しかなく、有料も同じくらいの台数しかありません。 無料のトイレはありますが、シャワーは有料でありました。 午前中は水が綺麗ですが、午後からは潮目が変わるのか藻などが多く流れてきてました。それでも、東側の水泳場や中部以下の水泳場に比べればはるかに綺麗な水でした。 遊泳区域は小さいですが、小学生以下の子供には十分な広さと深さ。ブイまで行くと160cmくらいの深さになるので、子供の一人遊びは親の元で遊ばせるのが安心です。

(Translated by Google) Milan parking, fee for Milan barbecue, family place and jetsky traveling (Original) Estacionamento Milão, taxa pra fazer churrasco Milão, lugar familiares e jetsky percorrendo

(Translated by Google) There was a lot of driftwood washed away due to the flooding on the opposite bank, but the water seemed clean. It's a small beach. There are round pebbles rolling around under your feet, and sometimes there are broken shells, so it's a good idea to wear marine shoes. There are a lot of aquatic plants growing there, and there are some small fish, so it might be fun to look under the water. Jet skis are running outside the buoy. We couldn't find any shops or vending machines, so we made sure to bring what we needed. (Original) 対岸の洪水の影響で、流木が沢山流れてきていましたが、水はきれいな感じでした。小さいビーチです。足元は丸い小石が転がっていて、時々、割れた貝殻などもあるので、マリンシューズとかあった方が良いです。水草がそれなりに生えていて、小さい魚なんかもいるので、水の中を見ると楽しいかもしれません。ブイの外はジェットスキーとか走っています。 お店や自販機は見当たらなかったので、必要なものは持っていきましょう。

(Translated by Google) Free parking Open during swimming season Barbecues prohibited Camping prohibited Boating prohibited Toilets available No showers Clear water, great for relaxing (Original) 駐車場無料 遊泳期間中可能 バーベキュー禁止 キャンプ禁止 船出禁止 トイレ有り シャワー無し 水綺麗でのんびり出来ました

nice little ski resort on a beautiful forested mountain. easy bunny slope, four harder runs accessible by lifts. small inexpensive restaurant, quick and friendly rental service, and a city bus that goes twice a day to the nearby train station. will definitely return!

good for beginners

(Translated by Google) In conclusion, this is the lowest rating of 1 star. The division between skiing/snowboarding and sledding/snow play areas is not clearly defined, and there are cases of illegal activities such as skiers/snowboarders crossing the sledding area, or conversely, sledding families (inbound) climbing the ski/snowboard lift slopes. It has become a zone. There are also rest houses and ticket offices. There are no rules or manners, such as people ignoring the flow of traffic in front of the building, leaving chairs and snowboards behind, and smoking everywhere (all Japanese). Since there is no longer a theory of natural goodness, I think the management should make it clear in writing. The management of the parking lot is also poor, with instructions differing between the parking lot fee collection staff and the security guards, giving the impression that there is not even the bare minimum level of cooperation. I won't be going back because I felt it was unsafe in many ways. (Original) 結論から言うと最低評価の星1つです。スキー・スノボとソリ遊びや雪遊びエリアの区分が明確ではなく、ソリ遊びエリアをスキー・スノボが横切る・逆にスキー・スノボのリフトゲレンデをソリ遊びの家族（インバウンド）が登っているなど、無法地帯と化しています。また、レストハウスやチケット売り場 の建屋前に動線を無視して、チェア設置やスノボを置き去りにしたり、ところ構わず喫煙したりなど（全て日本人）、ルールもマナーも皆無です。性善説は最早ないので、管理運営側が明文化して明示すべきと思います。駐車場の運営も拙く、駐車場の料金徴収係とガードマンさんたちの指示が異なるなど、最低限の連携も取れていない印象です。様々な意味で危ういと感じたので再訪はありません。

(Translated by Google) [Very slippery course for beginners] I visited when the name changed and the slope started to become a new slope, but it was a very slippery and nice slope. The staff maintains the lift landing area properly and controls the speed of the lift to suit the number of people riding it. I'm glad that you're taking good care of me. The course seems to be maintained every day and is in beautiful flat condition in the morning. I think this is a slippery course for beginners as there are many flat, gentle slopes. Although it is not the latest equipment, it is easy to use thanks to the careful management of the staff. ◾️Credit payment is also available ◾️The parking lot is close to the lift. ◾️The lift ticket is the type to be presented. ◾️The toilet is old, but the cleaning is done properly. We sincerely thank all the staff for their efforts in opening this slope again! (Original) 【とても滑りやすく初心者向けのコース】 名前が変わって新しいゲレンデになり始めて訪れましたが、とても滑りやすくて良いゲレンデになっていました。 スタッフの皆様がリフトの降り場をちゃんと整備してくれて、リフトの速さも乗る人に合わせてコントロールしてくれています。ちゃんと見守ってくれている姿勢が嬉しいです。 コースも毎日整備してくれているようで、朝には美しいフラットな状態になっています。 フラットな緩斜面が多いので初心者には滑りやすいコースだと思います。 決して最新の設備ではないけれど、スタッフの皆様の丁寧な運営で利用しやすくなっています。 ◾️クレジット決済も利用できます ◾️駐車場からリフトまでが近いです ◾️リフト券は提示するタイプです ◾️トイレは古いですが清掃はキチンとされています 再びこのゲレンデをオープンさせて下さった、スタッフの皆様の努力に心から感謝します！

(Translated by Google) I used it for an event. [Pros] - There were plenty of open areas to pitch tents. - There didn't seem to be much wildlife (no droppings). - There was a bus stop nearby. [Cons] - The soil was clayey, so the area in front of the stage was a mess, and people would slip and lose their belongings, which would get buried and lost. - The nearest hot spring was about 10km away. - During the off-season, restaurants and other facilities were closed, making the area feel like an isolated island. The wide, clear sky was great, but I wonder if I'd be better off somewhere else... (Original) イベントで利用しました。 【良かったところ】 ・テントを立てられる開けた場所が多くある ・野生動物があまりいない(フンが落ちてない)ように見える ・近くにバス停がある 【悪かったところ】 ・土壌が粘土質で、ステージ前がぐちゃぐちゃになり、滑ったり落し物が埋もれて見当たらなくなる人が発生 ・一番近い温泉が10kmほど離れてる ・スキーのオフシーズンは、レストラン等がやっておらず、陸の孤島になる 空が広くてクリアに聴こえるのは良かったけど、別のところの方がいいかなぁ...。

(Translated by Google) ◎I came on a holiday. Arrive at the parking lot by being directed to the second parking lot. It's conveniently located because you can get there from Shiga in just over an hour without using the expressway.It's probably a slope with only natural snow, but it's perfect for families with children.The staff is also kind. The ski resort, which is located in an interesting location on the border between Shiga and Fukui prefectures, is a hidden gem. Restaurant prices are a little high, so my family has always boiled water on the stove and eaten ramen and other dishes. I still want to ski this year ✨ It's not a big slope, but it's a recommended slope. (Original) ◎祝日に来ましたぁ 駐車場は第二駐車場に誘導されて到着 滋賀から高速使わず1時間ちょいで来れるから近場で便利　おそらく天然雪のみのゲレンデやけど子供連れには丁度よい　スタッフの方も親切 滋賀県と福井県の県境という事で面白い場所にあるスキー場は穴場です　レストランの料金は少し高いので我が家は昔から自前でコンロ等でお湯沸かしてラーメン等を食べてまーす まだまだ今年は滑りたいです✨大きなゲレンデではありませんがおすすめのゲレンデです

(Translated by Google) I was told that this place is recommended if you are bringing children ⛄️ There is a slope exclusively for sledding. With moving belt Right from the parking lot to the slopes It's empty even on Sunday You can get there in 2 and a half hours from Nara city without taking the expressway. The staff were also kind. Too bad sweets weren't sold anywhere! Also, it would be great if there was a convenience store ᵕ̈* (Original) 子連れならここオススメと教えてもらいました⛄️ そり専用ゲレンデあり ムービングベルトあり 駐車場からゲレンデすぐ 日曜でも空いてる 高速のらなくても奈良市内から2時間半でいける スタッフさんも優しかった お菓子がどこにも売ってなかったのだけ残念！ あとはコンビニあれば最高ですねᵕ̈*

Small, friendly and clean. Good price. Also the swimming pool is great for a little walk, swim. Good for kids.

Nothing special for the place itself, the location it’s Amazing!!

Good place for the whole family to have fun.

Clean, comfortable onsen that is reasonably priced.

Wonderfull place!

(Translated by Google) I used the bath in early October 2025. Register as a friend on LINE in advance and use a coupon to receive a ¥100 discount. There were 15 washing areas. Shampoo, body soap, and conditioner were provided. The bathroom had a large bathtub that could fit about 15 people, as well as a low-temperature bath the same size as a jacuzzi that could fit about 3 people. There was also an open-air bath and sauna outside. While it's technically an open-air bath, most of it is covered by a roof and walls, and the only views you can get from an opening at the top of the wall are of the surrounding tree branches and sky. For those expecting a sense of openness and a view from an open-air bath, this may be disappointing. Considering its location on a plateau, it was a bit disappointing. The spring water was light and unobtrusive, and the temperature wasn't too high, allowing for a relaxing soak. I found I could stay in the bath for a long time by warming up in the regular bath and cooling down in the low-temperature bath, repeating this cycle. (Original) 2025年10月上旬に利用させて貰いました。 事前にLINEで友達登録をし、そこからクーポンを利用すれば¥100割引されます。 洗い場は、15箇所。シャンプー、ボディソープ、コンディショナーは、備え付け。 浴室内は、15名程入れる大浴槽、3名程入れるジャグジーと同じ大きさの、低温浴槽が有りました。屋外に露天風呂とサウナが有りました。一応露天風呂となっていますが、屋根と壁で大半が覆われており、壁の上部の開口部から、周辺の木々の枝や空が見えるだけです。露天風呂に開放感や眺望を期待されている方には、物足りないと思います。高原に有る立地を考えると少し残念でした。 クセのないサラッとした泉質で、温度も高すぎずユックリ出来ます。通常の浴槽で温まり低温浴槽でクールダウンこれを繰り返すと、ずっと入っていられました。

(Translated by Google) We went for lunch. We arrived around 12 o'clock, but it was very busy and we were shown in about 40 minutes later. We had the tempura and cold soba (1,350 yen), and although the tempura was crispy and delicious, it didn't have much of a soba aroma and it was a little early for new soba. We didn't use the hot springs, but it was very crowded. There is a large campsite and you can park your car right next to it, so it seems like it would be easy to camp there. We also stopped by the shop, but it was mostly camping equipment and didn't seem geared towards tourists. (Original) 昼食を頂くのに行きました。 12時位に着きましたがとても混んでいて40分程で案内されました。 天ざる（1350円）を食べましたが天ぷらはサクサクで美味しかったのですが蕎麦の香りがあまりせず少し新蕎麦には早かったです。 温泉は利用していませんがとても混んでいました。 大きなキャンプ場があり車も横付け出来るので楽にキャンプが出来そうです。 売店も寄りましたがほぼキャンプ用品で観光向けではなかったようです。

We went to this Pizzeria on our weekend trip and it was totally worth it! There‘s not a lot of tables so we had to wait a bit, but the owners were very nice and tried their best to make us feel comfortable! Even though our Japanese is not very good they were not annoyed and helped us as best as they could. The husband speaks a bit English. The atmosphere is really nice and the pizza is selfmade in a little pizza oven and tastes amazing :) Cash only! Thank you for being so welcoming and the good food!

Great experience all around. Customer service was outstanding, they were okay with the language barrier and super friendly/accomodating. We ordered the margherita and the diabolo. Both were amazing. Good bang for the buck and we returned the next day for more 🤣

Some of the best pizza and sausage I have had in Japan! Amazing stop especially if doing the biwa ichi

A sweet little shop ran by a couple that seems to be living the dream. Great price, excellent food, and delightful service. Enjoyed the pizzas, and the german sausage and fries and a huge serving. Cool looking pizza oven and the old man doing the cooking taught me a couple japanese words while i was looking at the oven. Absolutely recommend

Some of the yummiest pizza, chicken wings, French fries we’ve ever had. Super friendly service. Pet-friendly, too. Will definitely visit again when near Lake Biwa. Highly recommend!!!

Pizza is very good!! (We come from italy) and the owners are very nice!!!! Also the only place open in the zone so it saved us arigatoooooo 😁

The place is so clean and tidy, the staff so gentle and the pizza one of the best I've ever eaten (consider that I'm italian). Highly recommended!

A mcdonald in the land of knowhere

Another McDonald's.

It's a McDonald's

(Translated by Google) We went through the drive-thru. We went as a couple, and the hot coffee I ordered came with sugar but no milk, and instead came with syrup for the ice cream...unbelievable \(//∇//)\(๑•ૅㅁ•๑) (Original) ドライブスルーしました。2人で行き､私が注文したホットコーヒーのシュガーはあって、ミルクが入ってなく､アイス用のシロップが入っていた…ありえない\(//∇//)\(๑•ૅㅁ•๑)

(Translated by Google) About half of the eat-in area is dedicated to children's play equipment! Shoes are not allowed, and there are shoe lockers (free, of course). As usual, there are no electrical outlets like in Tokyo. 🍔Spicy chicken set, Coke, and medium fries for ¥540. I was surprised to see that McDonald's had paper straws. Ks Denki is next door, and Heiwado is across the street. (Original) イートインの半分位が子供の遊具スペース！土足禁 下駄箱あり(もちろん無料) 相変わらず東京みたいにコンセント🔌は無いですね 🍔スパイシーチキンset コーラ ポテトm ￥540 マックが紙ストローでびっくりした 隣にKs電気 向かいに平和堂

(Translated by Google) I ordered a large serving of fries, but the portion was too small. It's the kind of thing that has caused problems on social media before. I've been there a few times, and the portion is always very small. I'm thinking about filing a complaint with headquarters soon. (Original) ポテトLを注文したが量が少なすぎる。 前にSNSで問題になってたレベル。 何度か利用してますが、かなり少ない。 そろそろ本部に苦情の報告をしようと思っています。

(Translated by Google) The fries have become less tasty. It's not just that adding salt makes them taste better, it's fundamentally bad, the fries are always lukewarm... They were trying to reduce the amount of trash in the bin by shoving the tray into it and compressing it. Do they do that in front of customers eating? McDonald's is no good after all (Original) ポテト美味しくなくなった塩をかけたら旨くなるとか言うレベルでは無くて根本的にダメ、いつもポテトぬるい… ゴミ箱の中のゴミを減らしたいのかトレイをゴミ箱に突っ込んで圧縮してた お客さんが食べてる前で、そんなんする？ やっぱりマクドはダメだぁー

Blocked with thick snow on the road from Shiga side just before reaching the Onyu pass itself. What a pity! However it's a worthy drive as the view was really scenic on the drive up.

Great ride. Fun drive . Some points very rough road. Bring snacks. Maybe small lunch 😊

A must go place during autumn

Most beautiful and less visited spot... Recommended during autumn and early summer...

In winter cannot enter due to massive amount of snow from the Shiga side.

Beautiful The road to Obamah is a bit rough

Great scenic views. Especially towards the Sea of Japan.

This is a camp site that you can enjoy the nature's and the water is very clean the entrance fee is 1000 yen per person whether you are a child or adult just for one day but if you what to camp there overnight you must pay 2000 yen

Great cheap place to camp, pretty quiet even near a big road. The prices are good too!

Well we arrived around 18:00 pm and it was very spacious and very peaceful I highly recommend this place for anyone who likes to make their own tent and have a quality time while having a bonfire

Cherry blossoms and naturally very crowded in Hanami season

Just camping.

(Translated by Google) I find it relaxing and fun. 1,000 yen per person per day. Overnight stay is 2,000 yen, children are free. It will be so beautiful to come here when the cherry blossoms are in bloom The administrator will take a break at 17 o'clock, otherwise those who come too late will have to wait until he goes out to buy dinner and comes back. (Original) 覺得輕鬆好玩。 一人一日1000日圓。 過夜2000日圓，小孩免費。 櫻花開時來這裡一定超美 管理員17點就會休息，要不然太晚來的人，需要等他先出去買晚餐回來

(Translated by Google) Admission fee: 1,000 yen per person per day, 2,000 yen per night 10,000 yen per night for 5 people Do you think this is cheap or expensive? Personally, I would like it to be 1000 yen per night! lol The toilet in the back was clean. It's convenient that it's open even during the winter. If you are a mountain climber, you can go to Jadanigamine from here. Hiking and camping are also recommended. If you drive by car, there are convenience stores, hot springs, restaurants, and roadside stations nearby, so don't worry. I came in winter, but maybe you can swim in the river in summer? (Original) 入場料1日1人1,000円、1泊2,000円 5人1泊10,000円 これを安いと思うか高いと思うか… 個人的には1泊1000円にして欲しいところ！笑 トイレは奥にあるトイレは綺麗でした 冬の時期もオープンしてるので助かります。 登山をする方はここから蛇谷が峰に行けるので ハイキング&キャンプもおすすめです。 車を走らせれば近くにコンビニ、温泉、食事処、道の駅があるので安心。 私が来たのは冬ですが、夏になったら川に泳げるかも？

(Translated by Google) Kansai flower temple number 14, Koshoji. The principal image is Shakyamuni Nyorai, and we are grateful to be able to worship it up close. Please refer to the photo for the current state of autumn leaves as of November 9th, so it looks like it will take a while. Kosai, Shiga Prefecture, is a calm place with few people and is impressive for its clean air. The roads are said to be congested during the cherry blossom season, but at first glance you wouldn't believe how peaceful it was. I'm glad I was able to visit calmly. thank you. (Original) 関西花のお寺14番、興聖寺さん。御本尊様は釈迦如来様で、間近で参拝できるありがたさがあります。11月9日現在の紅葉状況は写真参照で、あとしばらくかかりそうですかね～。滋賀県は湖西、人家も疎らな落ち着いた場所で空気が綺麗なのが印象的。桜の季節には道路が渋滞しちゃうそうですが、一見すると信じられない長閑な場所でした。落ち着いてお参りできて良かったです。ありがとうございます。

(Translated by Google) 2024/5/13 There was a large free parking lot 🅿🚙. There were many graves in front of the main shrine, but perhaps because it was raining, it looked very mysterious. Many of the graves were of high-ranking military personnel. The garden, which is said to be the prototype of Kyoto's gardens, can be viewed for free. There is a fee to enter the main shrine, but it was great to be able to see various Buddhist statues up close, including Masashige Kusunoki's Nenjibutsu. It seems that the 12th Ashikaga Shogun (about 1200 years ago) escaped from a rebellion and was protected by the Kuchiki clan. It has long been associated with the Hosokawa family, including Tadaoki Hosokawa, and now it seems that the former Prime Minister Hosokawa used to come here as well. (Original) 2024/5/13 無料の大きな駐車場🅿🚙がありました。 本殿前には、お墓が沢山あったのですが、雨が降っていたせいか、凄く神秘的な感じがしました。 お墓は陸軍の身分の高い人達が多かったです。 京都の庭の原型と言われている庭園は、無料で見ることが出来ます。 本殿内部は有料ですが、楠木正成の念持仏など、色んな仏像を間近で見ることが出来、凄く良かったです😌 第十二代　足利将軍（約1200年前）が、反乱から逃れ、朽木氏に守られていたみたいです。 細川忠興など昔から細川家とも関係があり、今では、元　細川総理もここに来られていたみたいです。

(Translated by Google) 2024.6.10 Free parking available, admission fee 300 yen. It was built in 1240 by Nobutsuna Sasaki, the lord of Kuchiki Village, to mourn his family members who died in the Jokyu War. This is a Soto sect temple whose principal image is a seated statue of Shakyamuni Nyorai. Behind the shiny wooden boards, you can climb up a ladder and see the statue of Shakyamuni Nyorai (an important cultural property) up close. During the Muromachi period, the 12th Shogun Yoshiharu Ashikaga and the 13th Shogun Yoshiteru fled from a rebellion and relied on the Kuchiki clan to stay in this area, in other words, the administration was conducted here. As you walk around, you'll see what looks like earthworks and a moat...it looks like a castle protecting important people. If something happens, you can evacuate to Kyoto, and if an enemy comes, it's a good place to evacuate to the Sea of ​​Japan side. It seems that there were mansions for people who accompanied the shogun, and some people called it the "Kuchiki Shogunate"... There is a beautiful garden. If you sit on a chair at Tsubakitei, a garden built for Shogun Yoshiharu, you will find gardens like this in Kyoto as well. The ruler, the Kuchiki clan, the Shogunate's Imperial Guard, and the protected generals must have felt at ease. I was crying in the taiga, but... Another point is that when Oda Nobunaga attacked Yoshikage Asakura in Fukui, Nagamasa Asai, who had formed an alliance with him, suddenly betrayed him and attacked him, and then he took refuge in Sabakaido. At that time, Mr. Kuchiki helps Nobunaga. It is said that he delivered it to Kyoto with an escort. In return...I saw that there were a lot of historical secrets like that. If you look at the tablets and numbers at the back of the main hall, you'll think so. It is a historical temple that you will never get bored of😊 (Original) 2024.6.10 無料駐車場有り、拝観料300円。朽木村領主、佐々木信綱が承久の乱で亡くなった一族を弔う為、仁治3年(1240)創建。本尊に釈迦如来坐像を祀る曹洞宗の寺院です。 ピカピカの板の間奥、釈迦如来像(重文)はハシゴで登り間近で拝観出来ます。 室町時代、第12代将軍足利義晴、13代将軍義輝は反乱から逃れ、朽木氏を頼りこの地に滞在、つまりここで行政が行われていたのです。 散策すれば土塁や堀らしき物も…重要な人物を守る城の様です。もし、何か有れば京都へ、敵が来れば日本海側へ避難出来る良い場所です。将軍に随行した人達の屋敷も有った様で"朽木幕府"と呼ぶ人も有ったとか… 美しい庭があります。将軍義晴の為に作られた庭、椿亭の椅子に座れば京都にもこんな感じの庭が有ります。統治者の朽木氏は幕府側の親衛隊、守られた将軍も安心して過ごしたことでしょう。大河では涙していたが… もう１つ、織田信長が福井の朝倉義景を攻めた時、同盟を結んだ浅井長政の突然の裏切りではさみ撃ち、そこで逃げ込んだのが鯖街道。その時、朽木氏は信長を助ける。おまけに護衛を付けて京迄届けたという。その見返りは…そんな歴史秘話は一杯有ると見た。本堂の奥の位牌と数を見たらそう思うだろう。飽きること無しの歴史寺ですよ😊

(Translated by Google) A very well-maintained temple The garden was very nice. garage is above Inside the temple for 300 yen You can view it🤗 (Original) すごく手入れのされていたお寺で お庭がとても良かったです。 ガレージが上にあり 300円でお寺の中 拝観できます🤗

(Translated by Google) To get there by car from Hirakata City, take the Nishiotsu Bypass, get off at the Mano Interchange, head west on National Route 477, merge with National Route 367, and then just continue along the road. I used the Meishin Expressway on the way, but the road was not crowded and I was able to arrive from my home in about an hour and a half. The entrance to the temple is as you drive along National Route 367, and you will see a large signboard that says "Koshoji Temple" on your right, so turn off the national highway and enter the road diagonally to the left, but the parking lot entrance will be on your left immediately after entering. Please note that there is no charge for use. I can't see the white lines in the parking lot, so I can't count them, but it's quite large enough to accommodate about 10 cars. The day I visited was a public holiday in March, but perhaps because the weather was bad, I arrived around 11am and was the only car parked there. By the way, there were two more cars on the way home. I will post a photo of the arrival area. I think you can see the spacious parking lot from the photo. I think it took about 2 or 3 minutes to walk up the stairs from the parking lot, but it was a short walk to Koshoji Temple. While walking, I saw a sign saying that the entrance fee was 300 yen, so I rang the doorbell at the entrance of the temple, and a guide came out and showed me around the temple. The purpose of my visit was to see a garden associated with Shogun Ashikaga. I thought I had some prior knowledge of the garden as I had often seen it featured on TV, but I was very happy as I had never expected to be shown around the temple. I was the only visitor at this time, but he gave me a thorough explanation. From the history surrounding the temple, there are photos taken when former Prime Minister Hosokawa, a descendant of Fujitaka Hosokawa, who is said to have stayed at Koshoji Temple as a vassal of Yoshiteru Ashikaga, visited the temple, and the history of the temple being built as a family temple for the Sasaki family, a direct descendant of Udaten. There is a photo of Prince Akishino visiting Gakushuin when he was a high school student. The principal image of Buddha, a seated statue of Shakyamuni Nyorai (a nationally important cultural property), was worshiped by Fujiwara no Yorimichi when his nephew, Emperor Ichijo's son, passed away, as it was said to be one of the three Buddhas. It is said that Shibari Fudo Myoo was originally a Nenjibutsu of Masashige Kusunoki, but when Tokitsune Kuchiki attacked Chihaya Castle in present-day Osaka Prefecture at the end of the Kamakura period, he used it to avoid being exposed to military fire. For this reason, they have moved it to our temple for a festival. This Ming-o-o has also come to an end. As I gazed into the eyes of Masashige Kusunoki, who must have been seen praying to him many times, my thoughts wandered to the stage of Masashige Kusunoki's heroic history, and I felt somehow strange that we could still worship Fudo Myoo in this day and age. I think I got that feeling. Unfortunately it's raining outside the main hall. However, since there was a four-room tower, I was able to leisurely admire the garden from within the four-door tower, which was nice. There was a dead end around the garden, so I was able to appreciate it from a little distance, but I felt that it created a luxurious atmosphere, as it was built for the shogun's entertainment. Ta. According to the explanation at the temple, the 500-year-old camellia trees bloom beautifully, so I hope to be able to visit again in April before Golden Week. By the way, on the way back, there was a blizzard, and I had to drive in bad weather that I don't usually experience in Hirakata, where I live. On the way back, I didn't use the Nishiotsu Bypass and headed south on National Route 367, passing through Ohara in Kyoto City and heading home. The weather continued to be bad until we left Shiga, and although the roads were not covered in snow, I was worried about the tires slipping while driving. I was underestimating the weather in the mountains. I am reminding myself that I will be careful to choose a day with good weather the next time I visit. (Original) 枚方市から車で往きは西大津バイパスから真野インターから下りて、国道477号を西進、国道367号に合流し、あとはひたすら道なりに進むだけ。途中名神高速道を利用しましたが、道は混雑しておらず自宅から１時間半程度で到着できました。 お寺の入り口は、国道367号を進んでいると右手に興聖寺と書いた大きな案内看板が立っていますので、国道から外れ左斜めの道に入りますが、駐車場入口は入って直ぐ左手にありますので注意してください(利用料は無料)。 駐車場は白線は見えず数えることは出来ませんが数１０台はとめれそうな結構な広さです。訪問日は３月の祝日でしたが、天候が悪かったせいなのか11時ごろ到着で駐車していた車は私のみでした。ちなみに帰りは２台増えていましたが。 到着場の写真を掲載しておきます。写真の様子から広目の駐車場がお分かりになるかと思います。 駐車場から階段を使って歩けば2分か3分ほどだったと思いますが短い距離で興聖寺に到着です。歩いている途中で拝観料が300円とかいた看板を見かけ、お寺の玄関で呼び鈴を鳴らすと案内の方が出て来られ、お寺のなかをご案内いただきました。 訪問の目的が足利将軍ゆかりの庭園を観ることでした。庭園についてはテレビでたびたび紹介されていて関心もあり多少の予備知識を持っていたつもりでしたが、まさかお寺のなかを案内いただけるとは思っていなかったのでとても嬉しかったです。この時も訪問客はわたし一人でしたが丁寧にご説明くださりました。 寺にまつわる歴史から、足利義輝の家臣として興聖寺に滞在したことがあるという細川藤孝の子孫でいらっしゃる細川元総理のお寺訪問の際の写真や宇多天直系佐々木家の菩提寺として建立された歴史から秋篠宮殿下が学習院の高校生時代にご訪問された写真が掲げられています。 本尊の釈迦如来座像(国重文)は藤原頼道が甥にあたる一条天皇の皇子が亡くなった際に供養のため三仏のうちの一体とのことでしっかりと拝ませていただきました。 縛り不動明王は元々は楠木正成の念持仏であったそうですが、朽木時経が鎌倉時代末期にいまの大阪府にあった千早城を攻めた際に兵火にあわんとするのを避けるため当寺にお移しおまつりしているとのことです。こちらの明王様もしっかりとおまいりさせていただきました。楠木正成が念仏している姿を何度もとらえたであろう玉眼を見つめながら、楠木正成の壮絶な歴史の舞台に想いが巡り、いまの時代にもこうして不動明王を拝めることになんとなく不思議な感覚を得たおもいです。 本堂の外はあいにくの雨。しかし四阿がありましたので、四阿の中からゆっくりと庭園をめでることができましたので良かったです。なお庭園の周りは行き止まりになっていましたので、少し離れた位置からの鑑賞でしたが将軍の慰みのために作ったというだけあって豪奢な雰囲気をもった景色を形成していると感じました。 お寺の御説明では樹齢500年ほどのヤブツバキが綺麗に花を咲かせるとのことですので、4月に入ってからGW前に再訪しできればとおもいます。 因みに、帰りは吹雪の状態で、住まいの枚方では日頃味わえない悪天候のなかドライブをすることになりました。帰りは西大津バイパスを利用することなく国道367号をそのまま南下し、京都市の大原を抜け帰宅の途につきました。滋賀を出るまでは悪天続きで、路面が雪で積もるまでに至ることはありませんでしたがタイヤが滑らないか運転中不安でした。山での天候を甘くみていました。つぎの訪問時は天気のよい日を選んぶようにくれぐれも注意したいと自省しております。

(Translated by Google) This is a famous temple in Kuchiki that appeared in Ryotaro Shiba's masterpiece, ``Kosai no Michi,'' the first work in ``Kaido wo Yuku,'' which became one of his masterpieces in his later years. It is one of the Kansai Flower Temple Sacred Sites, and the flower is the camellia, but there are almost no places that actively attract tourists, and the place quietly protects its history and accepts visitors kindly. A temple where you can visit. Iwajinkan was once located here, where Yoshiharu Ashikaga, the 12th shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate, stayed to escape the war, and the garden is said to have been created by Kanrei Hosokawa Takakuni, an elegant man at the time, for the shogun, who left Miyako and went on to become a mute. has been done. Afterwards, the Kuchiki clan's family temple, Shurinji, was built in this area, and this garden came to be called the former Shurinji garden. Shurin-ji Temple was later moved, and Kosho-ji Temple came here later. In other words, it is often said about Koshoji that ``Zenji Dogen named it Koshoji because the scenery was too similar to Koshoji in Fushimi Fukakusa on his way down to Echizen Eiheiji''. , that means. By the way, there is a place on the internet that says, ``The scenery resembles the place where Koshoji Temple in Uji is'', but that is clearly incorrect. Koshoji Temple, built by Dogen Zenji, was located in Fushimi Fukakusa, but has since been abolished. Koshoji Temple, which is now located in Uji, was rebuilt in the Edo period by Nagai Naomasa, the lord of Yodo Castle. The parking lot is quite large. As you head north on the national highway on the right bank of the Azumigawa River, you will see a signboard on your left confirming the existence of a parking lot. If you climb the stairs from there, you will see a beautiful temple surrounded by greenery on the edge of the river terrace formed by the Azumigawa River. In front of the temple's modest gate are the graves of soldiers from this village who fought and died for their country, and you can see them calmly looking back at their hometown. When you enter the gate, the ``Old Shurinji Garden'' will be on your left. Unlike the well-maintained gardens of famous tourist temples in Kyoto and other places, this garden has a beauty that feels like it is integrated with nature. It's as if human hands and skills have blended into nature over time. When you apply for a visit at the reception desk on the right side of the main hall, the chief priest's wife will show you around the hall. The principal image of Buddha, the seated statue of Shakyamuni Nyorai, and the statue of Fudo Myoo enshrined in the Reishi Hall are masterpieces. You'll never get tired of seeing it, and you'll want to visit again and again. (Original) 司馬遼太郎氏の、特に晩年の代表作となった「街道をゆく」の最初の作品「湖西のみち」に登場した朽木の名刹。「関西花の寺霊場」のひとつであり、藪椿がその「花」ではあるが、観光客を積極的に誘致するようなところはほとんどなく、静かにその歴史を守り訪れる人々をやさしく受け止めてくれるお寺。 かつてここには戦乱を逃れて室町幕府の12代将軍足利義晴が滞在した岩神館があり、みやこを離れて無聊をかこつ将軍のために当時の風流人である管領細川高国が作庭したとされている。その後、この地に朽木氏の菩提寺、秀隣寺が建立されたためにこの庭は旧秀隣寺庭園と呼ばれるようになった。秀隣寺はその後に移転、興聖寺がこちらに来たのはその後になる。つまり興聖寺についてよく言われる「道元禅師が越前永平寺に下向される途上で伏見深草の興聖寺にあまりに風景が似ているので、同じ興聖寺と名付けた」のは別の場所、ということ。ちなみにネットでは「宇治の興聖寺のある場所に風景が似て」と書いているところがありますが、あれは明確に間違い。道元禅師が建立した興聖寺は伏見深草にあり、その後に廃絶。いま宇治にある興聖寺は江戸時代になってから淀城主の永井尚政により再建されたもの。 駐車場はかなり広い。安曇川右岸の国道を北上すると左手に看板が見え駐車場の存在が確認できる。そこから階段を登ると、安曇川が形成した河岸段丘の縁に緑に包まれた美しいお寺が現れる。お寺のささやかな山門前には、この村の出身で国のために戦い斃れた兵士のお墓が並び、静かに故郷を見つめて鎮まっているのが見られる。門を入ると左手に「旧秀隣寺庭園」。京都などの有名観光寺院のような整備されつくした庭とは違い、自然と一体化したような美しさ。人の手、技巧が歴史を経て自然に溶け込んでしまったような。 本堂の右手の受付で拝観を申し出ると、住職さんの奥さんが堂内を案内して下さる。本尊の釈迦如来坐像、霊牌堂にお祀りされている不動明王像が名品。いつまでも見飽きない、何度でも訪れたくなる。

(Translated by Google) It became a Soto Zen temple and was built on the site of the mansion where the last two Ashikaga Shoguns spent 10 years, having fled to Kutsuki. It has a 500-year-old garden built by the Shogun and a principal image from the Heian period. I was surprised to see Acala, the famous self-prayer Buddha of my favorite military commander. It was also no surprise that Crown Prince Akishino and the Hosokawa family, among others, had visited the temple when I was in junior high school. The origin of the principal image was also very interesting and impressive. (Original) 曹洞宗の寺となり、朽木に逃げていた足利将軍最後2代、10年過ごした館後に建てられた寺。将軍が造らせた500年前の庭園や平安時代の本尊。有名な私の大好きな武将の自念仏といった不動明王とも会う事が出来てビックリしました。又、中学時代の秋篠宮皇嗣殿下や細川家等が訪れているのも納得でした。また、本尊の由来も大変興味深く立派なものでした。

A hidden place. Had two ski paths, but was closed as snow was not think enough in mid feb. But enough snow to build snow man and play with kids.

Nice place for a day out with the kids. There are separate sections for kids and adults. 600¥ for a day pass into the kids/sledge area for adults and children over 3 years of age. We had lots of fun!

Awesome place, nice slopes, friendly staff and good snow

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(Translated by Google) The best thing about this ski resort is that it's close to the parking lot and slopes, and it's cheap. However, when I came back for the first time in a while, the price had gone up a bit. In particular, the price difference between the morning ticket and the one-day ticket was only 500 yen, making the morning ticket relatively expensive. This is a painful price increase for seniors who only need half a day. (Original) ここのスキー場はなんと言っても、駐車場とゲレンデが近いこと、安い事。だったのですが、ひさしぶりに来たらちょっと値上がりしてました。とくに午前券と１日券の価格差が500円しかなく、相対的に午前券がかなり割高になってました。 半日で十分なシニアには痛い値上げです。

(Translated by Google) It's close to Osaka, it's cheap, and I think it's good for families, whether it's practicing skiing with a theme or having fun with everyone. Levels range from beginner to intermediate. There is also a dedicated children's area where they can play on sleds, so even children who cannot ski can have fun. Although the scale is small and the courses are short and few, it is a well-maintained compacted snow slope, so it is easy to slip. The food and facilities are new, clean, and easy to use. What's unfortunate is that the actual opening period is short, and maybe that can't be helped. For those who want to practice, we recommend that you buy a morning ticket from the opening time and just ski, eat lunch, and then go home. There's a parking lot nearby, so if you're used to it, you might be able to have lunch in your car. others: ① When the headwind is strong, the slope is small so you won't be able to speed up. ②Crossing the mountain pass on Route 295 is closed in winter. If you are coming from Osaka or Kyoto and it snows, it is better to take the road on the Lake Biwa side. The snow plows are working hard on No. 367, but it is surprisingly difficult early in the morning when there is still snow on the mountain pass. Those who are used to snowy roads should be fine. This assumes studless tires. Please carry a chain. It is dangerous to go to Kuchiki Ski Resort with only normal tires. ③You should take a bath in the affiliated hot springs and then go home. One-day tickets include hot springs. You can actually take a bath in a hot spring for 300 yen. ④The last 2km to the ski resort is a steep slope. In most cases, it's okay because they remove snow and spray antifreeze, but if it continues to snow until the early hours of the morning, there are times when the snow removal won't be done in time for the store to open. There are times when we can't open even though it's snowing. There are many things to do, but this is my favorite ski resort, and it has a lot of goodness that you can't find at larger ski resorts. (Original) 大阪から近くて安く、テーマを持ってスキーを練習するか、皆んなでワイワイや、家族連れには良いと思います。 レベルは初級から中級まで。ソリで遊べる専用の子供エリアも有りますので、スキーが出来ないお子様も楽しめます。 規模は小さくコースは短く少ないですが、良く整備された圧雪バーンなので、滑り易いです。 食事や施設も新しく綺麗で使い易いです。 残念なのは、実質的なオープン期間が短い事、あの辺りは仕方がないのかも知れません。 練習したい人はオープン時間から午前チケットでひたすら滑りお昼を食べて帰るパターンがオススメです。駐車場も近いので慣れてる人は、車で昼食も良いかも。 その他: ①向かい風が強い時は傾斜が小さいのでスピードが出ない。 ②295号の峠越えは冬季通行止めになります。大阪京都方面からの場合で雪が降った時は琵琶湖側の道で行った方が確実。367号は除雪車も頑張っていますが、意外に峠の雪が残る早朝は大変です。雪道に慣れてる人は大丈夫。スタットレスタイヤ前提です。チェーンは携帯して下さい。 朽木スキー場へはノーマルタイヤだけでは危険です。 ③提携している温泉に入って帰るべし。 一日券で温泉付きがあります。実質300円で温泉に入湯出来ます。 ④スキー場までの最後の2キロ程度の急な坂道がくせ者です。ほとんどの場合、除雪＋凍結防止剤を撒いてくれているので大丈夫ですが、朝方まで雪が降り続けると、オープンまでに除雪が間に合わない時もあります。雪があるのにオープン出来ず、なんて事もあります。 色々ありますが、大きいスキー場には無い良さの溢れる大好きなスキー場です。

(Translated by Google) This is a small ski slope in Takashima City in the Kosai region of Shiga Prefecture. It's fairly obscure, and many people probably don't know about it. It's more of a family ski slope. The runs are short, the snow isn't particularly abundant, and local FM radio is constantly blaring, but there aren't many customers, morning tickets cost 2,000 yen, and the relaxed atmosphere is pleasant. On weekdays, you can sometimes see the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force skiing training here alongside the general public. The dish made with local chicken, "tonchan," is delicious. The fried chicken is especially tasty!! The distance and time are just right for a quick morning outing on your own. From Osaka, it takes about two hours. Even if you leave at 1 PM, you can get back by around 3 PM if you're in the Osaka area. It's close, isn't it? There's also a hot spring called "Tenkuu" near the slope. It's probably crowded on weekends, but it's less crowded on weekdays, and I think it's a good slope for warming up your legs or practicing with a specific theme. (Original) 滋賀県湖西地域の高島市にある小さなゲレンデです。結構マイナーで、知らない人も多いと思います。 どちらかと言えばファミリーゲレンデってタイプかもしれません。 コースも短いですし、雪の量も豊富って訳でも無いですし、地元FMラジオが垂れ流しっぱなしですが、お客さんは少ないし、午前券2000円ですし、まったりとした空気感が心地良いです。平日は一般客に混じって陸上自衛隊の雪上訓練(スキー)をしている事があります。 『とんちゃん』って言う地元の鶏肉を使った料理が美味しいです。特に唐揚げは美味し!! 朝から気が向いたからフラっと一人で滑りに行くにはちょうど良い時間と距離です。大阪からならだいたい2時間で着きます。13時に出ても大阪近郊なら15時位には帰れます。近いですねぇ。 ゲレンデの近所には『てんくう』って言う温泉もあります。休日はたぶん混雑しますが、平日なら空いてるし、足慣しやテーマを決めた練習をするなら良いゲレンデかと思います。

(Translated by Google) I climbed the snowy mountain from Horai Station. Descending the mountain is towards Shiga Station. There was a lot of snow in January 2015, and it was difficult to climb up to Kojoro Pass and directly below the ropeway Yamagami Station. (Original) 雪山登山で蓬莱駅から登りました。下山は志賀駅方面。25年1月の積雪は多くて小女郎峠迄の登りやロープウェイ山上駅直下等は苦労しました。

(Translated by Google) You can see Lake Biwa from an altitude of 1174m! You can take the ropeway to the top of the mountain, and there are many cafes and benches and chairs where you can relax! (Original) 標高１１７４mから琵琶湖が一望できます！ ロープウェイで山頂付近まで行くことができ、カフェやまったりできるベンチや椅子がたくさんあります！

(Translated by Google) The view is very good and Lake Biwa is overlooking. You can get here by lift or gondola, so it's a great place for those who don't use their feet!! (￣▽￣) But!! It's one of the 300 famous mountains in Japan, so I came here on my own foot, but there was a sign saying that you can't enter unless you buy a ticket, which seems to be the property of Lake Biwa Valley?, so I was discouraged... That's why I gave it this rating! I won't be coming again. Σ(-᷅_-᷄๑) Furthermore, there seem to be various restrictions on the road from here to Mt. Hira... It's a business, so it can't be helped, but it's too hard for mere climbers. (T ^ T) I think it's a great place for winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. (￣▽￣) By the way, there is a strong mobile reception (I'm au) (Original) 景色は、とても良くて琵琶湖を眼下に臨みます。 リフトやゴンドラに乗ってココまで来れるので足を使わない方には持って来いの場所！！(￣▽￣) でもですね！！ 日本300名山とあってココまで自分の足で来ましたけれど、何やら琵琶湖バレイ？の所有地なのか看板にはチケットを購入しなければ立ち入るな！などの記載があり、減萎りでした。。。なのでこの評価！ もう来ません。Σ(-᷅_-᷄๑) 更にココから比良山に、向かう道もいろいろと制限があるようで。。。商売なんで仕方ありませんけど単なる登山客には辛すぎます。(T ^ T) スキーやスノーボードのウインタースポーツならばとても良い場所だと思います。(￣▽￣) ちなみに携帯電波はバリバリ入ります（オイラau）

(Translated by Google) From Sanroku Station, you can take the 121-passenger ropeway to Sancho Station in 5 minutes. Biwako Terrace is on the right, and up a slight slope on the left is the Uchimiyama lift platform, which takes about 10 minutes to descend from the pair lift. Furthermore, there is a lift to Mt. Hourai, and if you go up, you can also see the south side of Lake Biwa. There is also a terrace here where you can enjoy the panoramic view. Both lifts are included in the ropeway price. There is also a fee for the zip line and athletics, but there are swings, balance beams, stilts, badminton, and other play equipment towards Lake Biwa that even small children can enjoy. (Original) 山麓駅で121名乗りのロープウェイで5分で山頂駅に着きます。右に琵琶湖テラス左に少し坂を上がると打見山のリフト乗り場10分弱の下りのペアリフト 更に蓬莱山へのリフトがあり上がると琵琶湖の南側も見れる。ここにもテラスがて来ており一望楽しめます。 ２つのリフトともロープウェイの料金に含まれております。あとはジップラインやアスレチックは有料ですが、琵琶湖に向かってブランコや平均台や竹馬やバトミントン他にも遊具あり小さいお子さまでも遊べます

(Translated by Google) good scene However, the hiking trail is steep all the way along the waterfall, which is very tiring. And the road conditions are not very good either. It is recommended that novices climb Mt. Rokko two or three times before coming back. Or it would be nice to spend some money and take the cable car up to avoid suffering😆 (Original) 好景 不过登山道是一路沿着瀑布陡上很吃体力 并且路况也没有到很好 建议新手还是先把六甲山爬个两三遍再来 或者花点钱坐缆车上来少受点罪也不错😆

(Translated by Google) I wanted to go to Mt. Horai because I had been watching videos from mountain climbing YouTubers, but in the end I ended up using the Rakuchin Lift. The view is amazing. I think you will enjoy it because there are various activities. However, I was reminded of Nara when I saw quite a few deer dropping items as I was getting off. Haha. (Original) 蓬莱山は登山系ユーチューバーさん達の配信を見ていたので行ってみたかったのですが、結局楽チンリフト利用。眺めは最高です。 様々なアクティビティがあるので楽しめると思います。 ただ、降りる時に結構な鹿の落とし物に奈良を思い出しました。ハハ。

(Translated by Google) You can enjoy the great view of Lake Biwa ♫ There are a lot of lift passengers around the summit of Mt. Horai, but if you go down to the south (towards Kojoro Pass) it is a nice and quiet area 👍 (Original) 琵琶湖の大展望を味わえます♫ 蓬莱山山頂一帯はリフト客が多いですが、南側(小女郎峠方向)に下りると静かで良いエリアです👍

(Translated by Google) He occasionally comes to the nearby hospital and was always just wandering around, but I decided to take the opportunity to see him. The temple is quietly located in a residential area, and there are no walls around it, so you can see the Amida Hall from the outside (lol), but you can't see the Amida Nyorai unless you go inside. Although it is a historic temple with many national treasures and important cultural properties, it is in considerable damage, so I made a heartfelt donation. Since I was the only customer, I felt a very sacred feeling being alone with the Tathagata in the Amida-do hall. Unfortunately, the interior of the hall was very dark, so it was difficult to see the pictures on the walls. There is also the birthplace of Shinran Shonin next door, but it is a place where tourists do not often come, so it is a good place to visit in peace. (Original) 近くの病院にたまに来ることがあり、いつも周囲をフラフラしてるだけでしたが、せっかくなので拝観してみようということで伺いました。住宅地にひっそりと佇む寺で周囲に塀も無いので阿弥陀堂は外からも丸見えですが(笑)中の阿弥陀如来には入らないと会えないので。国宝、重文が結構あり歴史のあるお寺ですがかなり傷んでいますので心ばかりの寄進もしました。私しか客がいないので阿弥陀堂の中では如来さまと2人きりで神妙な気持ちになりました。堂内はとても暗いので壁の絵はちょっと見にくいのが残念でした。隣には親鸞聖人生誕の地もありますが観光客が来にくい場所なので落ち着いて見学できるのは良いところかと。

(Translated by Google) If you're taking the bus here, Keihan Rokujizo Station is convenient. At JR Rokujizo Station, there are three bus stops depending on the route... The bus stop you'll need to get off at is Hinodacho (Tazuracho). The bus (numbers 12 and 13) runs either left or right, and both go to Hinodacho. If you search for directions on Google, it may tell you to get off at Higashi-Mikurayama, so be careful... (・・;) From the Hinodacho bus stop, cross the road, go through the green space, and head towards the mountain to see the temple (though the entrance is quite hard to find...) The hall and Buddha statue are national treasures, but they're in quite a state of disrepair... No matter how much time you take, it won't take more than 30 minutes (probably). If you're going here, I recommend checking out Kanshuji Temple nearby and then just making time if you have some free time. (´ー｀) Honestly, unless you're a real enthusiast, you'll probably be a bit put off... Perhaps those who are drawn to words like "Joroku" (fine-grained stool) are an exception. lol (Original) ここにバスで行く場合は、京阪六地蔵駅が便利です。 JR六地蔵駅だと、バス停が系統により3つのバス停に分かれます… 下車するバス停は、日野田頬町（たずらちょう） バス（12番か13番）は左回りと右回りがあり、どちらも日野田頬町を行きますが、 Googleで経路検索すると、東御蔵山で降りるような表示が出てしまうので注意…(・・;) で、日野田頬町のバス停からは、道路を横断して、緑地帯を超え、山の方に進むと寺が見えてきます（なかなか入口が分かりにくい…） お堂や仏像は国宝ですが、なかなかの荒れ具合… どんだけゆっくりみても、30分はかかりません（たぶん） ここに行くなら、近くで勧修寺を見て、時間が余ればくらいで良いと思います(´ー｀) 正直、余程の物好き以外は、うーんっとなるでしょう…丈六などの言葉にピンと来た人は別かも笑

(Translated by Google) This is a temple of the Daigo sect of the Shingon sect located at 19 Hinonishidaidocho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. It began with Yakushido, built by Hino Shigyo in 1051. It is the family temple of the Hino family where Shinran Shonin and Tomiko Hino were born, and is also known as Hino Yakushi. Amida-do Hall (a national treasure), along with the Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple in Uji and the Ojo Gokuraku-in Temple of Sanzen-in Temple, is valuable as a representation of the Pure Land dreamed of by the Heian aristocrats. Inside the hall, which has a cypress bark roof and a treasure-shaped structure, is enshrined a seated statue of Amida Nyorai (a national treasure) in the Jocho style of the Heian period, and is decorated with murals of Hiten (an important cultural property). The principal image of Yakushi-do (Important Cultural Property), the standing statue of Yakushi Nyorai (Important Cultural Property), is called Nyuyakushi and is worshiped as a spiritual image of safe childbirth and breastfeeding. Reservations are required for group tours. Access is Approximately 17 minutes walk from Ishida (Kyoto Prefecture) Station Exit 2 Approximately 24 minutes walk from Rokujizo (Kyoto Municipal) Station Exit 4 Approximately 24 minutes walk from Rokujizo (Nara Line) station exit (Original) 京都府京都市伏見区日野西大道町19にある真言宗醍醐派のお寺です。 永承6年(1051)に日野資業[すけなり]が建てた薬師堂が始まり。親鸞聖人、日野富子らが生誕した日野家の菩提寺で、通称の日野薬師でも知られる。阿弥陀堂(国宝)は、宇治の平等院鳳凰堂、三千院の往生極楽院と並び平安貴族が夢見た極楽浄土を形にしたものとして貴重。檜皮葺き宝形造の堂内には、平安時代の定朝様式の阿弥陀如来坐像(国宝)が安置され、飛天の壁画(重要文化財)などで装飾されている。本堂薬師堂(重要文化財)の本尊・薬師如来立像(重要文化財)は乳薬師と呼ばれ、安産、授乳の霊像として信仰される。団体拝観は要予約。 アクセスは、 石田(京都府)駅2出口から徒歩約17分 六地蔵(京都市営)駅4出口から徒歩約24分 六地蔵(奈良線)駅出口から徒歩約24分

(Translated by Google) Although it is a small temple that is not often visited by tourists, the National Treasure Joroku statue of Amida Nyorai is enshrined in the Amida Hall. The interior of the inner shrine is beautifully painted, and you can sit back and relax as you listen to the priest's explanation. (Original) あまり観光の対象にならないような小さな寺院ですが、国宝の阿弥陀堂に国宝丈六の阿弥陀如来像が鎮座します。内陣の彩色も見事で、和尚さんの説明を聞きながらゆっくりと向き合えます。

(Translated by Google) It's a nice temple. I went to see it first thing in the morning, and I had the luxury of having the National Treasure Amida Nyorai statue to myself. I was glad that the person in charge explained about Amida Nyorai. However, the Amida Hall was dark, and although I could see Amida Nyorai's face, I was disappointed that I could not see the picture of the celestial maiden on the ceiling. (Original) いいお寺です。朝一番で拝観しに行きましたが、国宝の阿弥陀如来像を独り占めできる贅沢な時間を過ごせました。阿弥陀如来の説明も係りの方に説明してもらえて良かったです。 ただ阿弥陀堂が暗く、阿弥陀如来様の顔はみえましたが、天井に描かれている天女の絵が見れず残念でした。

(Translated by Google) The Amida Hall, a national treasure built during the Fujiwara period, and the seated Amida Buddha statue are very beautiful and spectacular. There were few people so I was able to worship at a leisurely pace. (Original) 国宝の、藤原時代に建立された阿弥陀堂、阿弥陀如来坐像はとても美しく、壮観です。人も少ないのでのんびりと参拝できました。

(Translated by Google) The Yakushi Hall enshrines a secret Buddha statue (Yakushi Nyorai) containing a fetal Buddha said to have been created by Saicho, the founder of Tendai Buddhism. It is revered for its blessings of safe childbirth and breastfeeding. It was apparently opened to the public for the first time in about 50 years. The Amida Hall, a National Treasure, is a building with a cypress bark roof and built in the Shinden-zukuri style. Many cypress bark buildings, such as the Amida Hall of Joruriji Temple, have been replaced with tiled roofs, but it is amazing that this large roof has been preserved. Also known as the Jogyo Hall, this is where contemplation nembutsu (prayer of the Buddha's image and merits) is performed to the principal image. Since this is Amida Nyorai, it represents the Western Pure Land. Since it is impossible to pray to the Western Pure Land, which one has never seen, it is notable that it is a concrete embodiment, and the Phoenix Hall of Byodoin Temple is the best example of this still standing. Saicho's theory of kenkai (pronunciation of the precepts) requires constant sitting (zazen) in winter and summer, and constant practice in spring and autumn. Perhaps he could have circled Amida Buddha for a total of six months? This makes me understand a little better why Shinran Shonin, who was born at this temple, advocated chanting the name of Amida Buddha. The National Treasure Amida Buddha Seated Statue by Jocho, which was popular at the time, is a little on the weak side, but is a muscular, athletic type. Hino Tomiko, a shogunate official who appears during the Onin War, is apparently a later name, and Fujiwara Tomiko is correct. Hokaiji Temple is the Hino family temple, but there's nothing particularly special about it. There's free parking for several cars. Take the bus (Route 8) from Rokujizo Station to Hino Yakushi. It's about a 20-minute walk from Ishida Station on the subway, or about a 30-minute walk from JR Rokujizo Station. The surrounding area is a newly developed residential area, so there are no souvenir shops or restaurants near the temple gate. (Original) 薬師堂には天台宗開祖の最澄作と伝わる胎内仏を納めた秘仏（薬師如来）がお祀りされており安産、授乳の御利益などで信仰されています。以前には約５0年ぶりに御開帳された事もあったようです。 檜皮葺き寝殿造りの建物が国宝の阿弥陀堂です。浄瑠璃寺阿弥陀堂など多くの檜皮葺き建築が瓦葺きに変わっていますが良くこの大きな屋根を維持されていると思います。 常行堂とも呼ばれる本尊への観想念仏（心の中に仏の姿や功徳を念ずる）を行う所です。こちらは阿弥陀如来なので西方浄土となります。見た事もない西方浄土を念ずることも出来ないので具体化しているのが特徴で平等院鳳凰堂が現存する最たるものです。 最澄の顕戒論には冬夏は常坐（坐禅）、春秋は常行とされているので計半年も阿弥陀様の周りをグルグル回ってられたのかも？と思うと、当寺院で生まれた親鸞上人の称名念仏推しが少し分かったような気がしました。当時流行った定朝様の国宝阿弥陀如来坐像は少し身体つきが弱いですが体育会系のガッシリタイプです。 「応仁の乱」で登場する幕府の日野富子は後世の呼び名で藤原富子が正しいそうです。法界寺は日野家菩提寺ですが特に何かがある訳では無かったです。 数台の無料駐車場、六地蔵駅よりバス（８系統)で日野薬師で下車。徒歩は地下鉄石田駅から２０分程、JR六地蔵駅からだと３０分程です。周辺は新興住宅地で門前に土産屋や食堂は有りません。