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After Kyoto, Nagahama is the place to go! ~Why not take a leisurely sightseeing tour in a town with a spectacular view of Lake Biwa and traditional buildings? ~
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Nagahama City is easily accessible from Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kanazawa, and Nagoya. Why not enjoy leisurely sightseeing at Lake Biwa with its beautiful sunset and in the city where traditional townscapes remain?
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Hitiki LLC is a company that produces regional products in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, a town close to Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, and Kanazawa. in particular 1. Operation of “Wano Retreat Hitiki”, a decentralized townhouse hotel renovated from a traditional old Japanese-style house 2. Operation of “Konarel”, a facility that delivers fermentation and local resources, including “narezushi”, which is the origin of sushi 3. Learning from the past, a business that produces Nagahama's unique resources are doing
What kind of place is Nagahama City?
A town located in the northeastern part of Shiga Prefecture, next to Kyoto. In ancient times, it was a center of trade that utilized Lake Biwa, and its silk fabric called ``Hamajimen'' is still famous today. Recommended points when sightseeing...
① Good access → 1 hour from Kyoto on the special rapid train without changing trains, and about 1.5 hours from Osaka and Nagoya! (It's even faster if you take the Shinkansen!) In addition, sightseeing spots, Lake Biwa, and a large supermarket are all within walking distance from the station.
②Some buildings remain from over 200 years ago! One of the most historic streets in Japan - Daitsuji Temple with its magnificent large temple gate, Keiunkan where events such as the Bonbai Exhibition are held, Tsubasa Karou where you can enjoy the local gourmet grilled mackerel somen, 200 There are many buildings that still have a historical feel, such as the hotel ``Wano Retreat Hitiki,'' which was a renovated townhouse that lasted for many years.
Yokaro
7-8 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 526-0059
This is a restaurant that has been renovated from a historic kimono shop, where you can enjoy ``saba somen,'' which has been eaten on celebratory days in Nagahama since ancient times.
A wonderful place with a retro building that will make you feel like you have traveled back in time.
The grilled mackerel and somen noodles are both delicious.
If you're lost for lunch, come here.
Machiya-hotel Hitoiki
17-2 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 526-0059
A renovated townhouse hotel with 5 rooms offering a high-quality journey where you can stay as if you were living there.
A traditional townhouse with a history of over 200 years has been renovated to make it more comfortable.
All guest rooms are equipped with a bathroom, dining room with kitchen, flush toilet, and bedroom.
Of course, there are air conditioners, air purifiers, refrigerators, microwave ovens, hair dryers, and other amenities.
You can also use two types of private saunas (reservations required on the day) where you can be healed by the scent of medicinal herbs and tea leaves unique to Shiga.
Within walking distance from the station, there are supermarkets, 24-hour convenience stores, tourist attractions, a river full of fireflies, and Lake Biwa with its beautiful sunsets.
You can also rent out the entire building (2 separate rooms) or 2 buildings (4 separate rooms) for families, two households, or groups traveling comfortably.
Hotels near Machiya-hotel Hitoiki
Daitsuji Temple
32-9 Motohamacho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 526-0059
A separate temple of the Otani sect of Shinshu Buddhism. Although it is officially called Mugechizan Daitsuji Temple, it is commonly called "Nagahama Gobo". Kyonyo Shonin, the 12th head of Hongwanji, opened a dojo in the former Nagahama Castle to preach Buddhism to the followers of Kohoku, and it was called Nagahama Mido. Many of the buildings, such as the main hall and hall, which are said to be the remains of Fushimi-Momoyama Castle, and the side gate (Yakuimon), which was relocated from Nagahama Castle, are important cultural properties of the country or the city. As a cultural property designated by the prefecture, there is a temple bell with an inscription from the period of the Northern and Southern Courts.
Adults 500 yen, junior high school students 100 yen, elementary school students and younger free *Group discount for 20 or more people
*Quoted from https://www.biwako-visitors.jp/spot/detail/575/ August 26, 2023
Hotels near Daitsuji Temple
Kurokabe Square
12-38 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 526-0059
Kurokabe Square is located in a corner of the old town that runs along Hokkoku Kaido. Centered around Kurokabe Glass Museum, a renovated old bank nicknamed Kurokabe Bank since the Meiji period, there are many charming shops, workshops, galleries, experience classes, restaurants and cafes in the old townscape. are scattered within. In addition, if you go a little further from the city center, you will find Japan's largest Lake Biwa and a rich natural landscape surrounded by mountains.
Nagahama Kurokabe Square is a place where you can enjoy the traditions of the old town, new art, and the richness of nature at the same time.
Hotels near Kurokabe Square
③Not just a store! Blessings of nature that you can feel close to you → In addition to the unforgettable Lake Biwa, you can also see small fish and fireflies in the Yone River that flows through the city.
In the summer, you can enjoy playing in the water, and just looking at it will soothe your soul. If you have a car, we also recommend "Ibukiyama Driveway" and "Grand Snow Okuibuki", the best ski resort in Kansai! *There is also a shuttle bus to Gran Snow Okuibuki. Please check the official website for details.
Houkouen park (Lake Biwa)
1325 Koencho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 526-0065
A large park on the shore of Lake Biwa, 2 minutes walk from JR Nagahama Station.
Above all, I recommend "Sunset". The ever-changing colors of the sky, from purple to orange to red to ultramarine, and the changing surface of the lake are truly spectacular.
A wonderful spot that you can easily see if the weather is nice.
It is also famous for its cherry blossoms in spring and the large number of stray cats throughout the year (feeding is prohibited).
Fireworks are also set off in the summer, and the starmine reflected on the surface of the lake is a specialty of Lake Biwa.
Please note that camping and BBQ are prohibited. This is a recommended spot for couples and families, from walks to a little exercise.
Hotels near Houkouen park (Lake Biwa)
Gran Snow Okuibuki - One of the largest ski resorts in Kansai! ~
521-0301 Kotsuhara Okuibuki, Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture
Gran Snow Okuibuki (formerly known as Okuibuki Ski Resort) is one of the largest ski resorts in Kansai that can be enjoyed on a day trip from Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagoya. Just 100 minutes from Osaka, 80 minutes from Kyoto, and 60 minutes from Nagoya, it has easy access to both the Keihanshin and Chukyo areas, making it perfect for day-trip skiers and snowboarders! From the parking lot, you can move around on a moving walkway, and you can enjoy powder snow all over the slopes thanks to both the amount of snow and the quality of the snow. In recent years, Center House has opened and is equipped with not only a food court but also a powder room and a kids' house. This is a ski resort in Shiga that can be visited by a wide range of visitors, from families and women to beginners and advanced skiers.
~ Spectacular spot for autumn leaves ~ Keisokuji Temple
Furuhashi, Kinomotocho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture 529-0411
Keisokuji Temple is located in a quiet farming village about 30 minutes by car from the city center of Nagahama City.
A car is required for access. A 5-10 minute walk along a gentle mountain path from the parking lot will take you to a spot with a spectacular view of autumn leaves.
The best time to see them is during the fresh green season and the fall foliage season.
An arch of autumn leaves continues to cover the approach.
During the fall foliage season, there will be traffic control and there will be many people coming to take photos, so be careful.
Nagahama City is packed with many other attractions. After Kyoto, Nagahama is the place to go!
Hitiki LLC is a company that produces regional products in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture, a town close to Kyoto, Osaka, Nagoya, and Kanazawa. in particular 1. Operation of “Wano Retreat Hitiki”, a decentralized townhouse hotel renovated from a traditional old Japanese-style house 2. Operation of “Konarel”, a facility that delivers fermentation and local resources, including “narezushi”, which is the origin of sushi 3. Learning from the past, a business that produces Nagahama's unique resources are doing
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