Shiga Day Trip with Miho Museum, Lake Biwa and Waterbird Shrine

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Place: Osaka

Duration: 10 hours

Language: English, Japanese, Chinese

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Do this because

Experience the breathtaking architecture of the MIHO Museum designed by I.M. Pe
Explore Lake Biwa, a symbol, a national park and the largest lake in Japan
Admire Shirahige Shrine, the oldest shrine in Omi built 1900 years ago
Take unique pictures at Kyu-Chikurin-in and the Torii gate, beloved by countless photographers

What to expect

Gather at the designated meeting point in Osaka or Kyoto in the morning to begin your journey to explore Shiga.

Embark on your first stop to the Miho Museum, a remarkable creation by the renowned architect Mr. I.M. Pei, inspired by the "Tale of the Peach Blossom Spring." Nestled deep in the mountains, this architectural marvel offers you a serene escape from the urban hustle and bustle. During the closure of the art museum, you're going to visit the Hachimanbori.

Next, venture to Hachimanbori, a historically rich canal and ancient district located in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Here, ancient buildings and styles abound, with preserved traditional Japanese architecture lining both sides of the canal.

In the afternoon, explore Kyu-Chikurin-in, a serene place once a hermitage for a high-ranking monk. Highly recommended by Japanese photographers, it shares the same architectural layout as the Rurikoin, offering you opportunities to capture identical mirror-like reflections.

Continue your journey to Lake Biwa, where you'll visit the Shirahige Shrine and its iconic Torii gate standing peacefully in the water. Considered a symbol of Japan, Lake Biwa is the country's largest lake and a designated national park. The Shirahige Shrine, built approximately 1,900 years ago, is one of Omi's oldest shrines and a crucial element of Japan's heritage. The scenery is enchanting, with Chikubu Island forming a captivating backdrop.

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Miho Museum entrance ticket (price per person): ¥1,300

Know in advance:

During the closure of the art museum, you're going to visit the Hachimanbori. Please refer to the link of the museum's official website for more information

The tour offers pickup from designated meeting points in Osaka (8:40am) and Kyoto (9:50am), there is no service of hotel pickup. Please remark which meeting point you prefer in the additional comments field at checkout
This trip requires a minimum of 4 participants to run. If this number is not reached, an alternate travel date will be suggested or the provider maybe cancel the booking
The night before your trip, you will receive an email regarding important information, such as the phone number of the tour guide and the license plate number of the car. Please make sure that your email and mobile phone can be reached
Kindly understand that the itinerary schedule may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons. To avoid losses, please don't schedule other activities or transportation after the end of travel
If the participants are less than 13 in total, the tour guide will work as driver