Places to stop by

Biwaichi Bike

This is a base for cyclists who enjoy cycling around Lake Biwa. Please consult with us about anything from bicycle rental and pre-departure maintenance to route guidance and recommendations of recommended spots. Souvenirs to commemorate your cycling experience are available for purchase.

Zenjo Castle Ruins Park

This is where Tokugawa Ieyasu, one of the most famous samurai in Japan, had his castle built by a master castle builder. The castle was abandoned when the reign of the samurai ended, and the beautiful chalk tower was torn down. Today, it is a park with beautiful cherry blossoms and is loved by the locals. Although the castle was torn down, the gate remains intact. Please look for it.

Ishiyama Temple

It is said that about 1,300 years ago, at the initiative of the Emperor of Japan at the time, Prince Shotoku, a prince famous for having established the laws of ancient Japan, enshrined here the Buddha image "Nyoirin Kannon" that he possessed for his private worship. The main hall is built on a huge bedrock called siliceous stone, a national natural treasure, which gave the temple its name. (*ishi[ishi]=stone/yama[yama]=mountain) It is said that a woman named Murasaki Shikibu, the author of "The Tale of Genji," Japan's oldest novel, was inspired to write her story here, as it appears in many Japanese literature written more than 1,000 years ago. It is said that the temple view as we know it today was established about 800 years ago.

Nango Fisheries Center

This is a fish theme park operated by the Shiga Prefectural Fisheries Federation. Visitors can experience fishing, catching fish, and other activities to interact with fish. The pond on the premises is home to many freshwater fish, including carp and goldfish, which you can feed.

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