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[Shiga Driving Course] Enjoy the unique charm of Shiga! A leisurely trip without worrying about time!

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[Shiga Driving Course] Enjoy the unique charm of Shiga! A leisurely trip without worrying about time!

First, head south from JR Maibara Station and visit the large waterwheel on the Noto River. After taking a break at the nationally renowned Club Harie, visit Tarobogu Shrine, where the deity resides in the mountain itself, and then head to the Eigenji area via Happu Kaido. At the end of the trip, soothe your fatigue in the natural surroundings of Eigenji Onsen.

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Distance: Approximately 63.4 km one way, Travel time: Approximately 1 hour 57 minutes one way

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Drive to the mountain area of Eigenji - Feel the vestiges of the time when Omi merchants were active

[Shiga Driving Course] Enjoy the unique charm of Shiga! A leisurely trip without worrying about time!

First, head south from JR Maibara Station and visit the large waterwheel on the Noto River. After taking a break at the nationally renowned Club Harie, visit Tarobogu Shrine, where the deity resides in the mountain itself, and then head to the Eigenji area via Happu Kaido. At the end of the trip, soothe your fatigue in the natural surroundings of Eigenji Onsen.

Driving course starting from Maibara Station

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JR Maibara Station
JR Maibara Station

Maibara Station is a railway station in Maibara City, Shiga Prefecture, served by the Tokaido Shinkansen, Tokaido Main Line, Hokuriku Main Line, and Ohmi Railway Main Line.
Immediately outside the west exit of Maibara Station, you will find Toyota Rental & Lease, Times Car Rental, etc. Their offices are located just a 1-2 minute walk away, making it very convenient to get around.

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Route to next spot: Sazanami Kaido Distance: approx. 25.4 km
Duration: Approximately 37 minutes

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Notogawa Waterwheel and Canoe Land
Notogawa Waterwheel and Canoe Land

Many waterwheels once operated on the Noto River for rice polishing and flour milling. Today, you can see remnants of a large waterwheel at the Noto River Waterwheel and Canoe Land, a waterfront park on an island in Lake Iba.

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Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 526 Distance: Approximately 9km
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes

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Omihachiman Himure Village (Club Harie)
Omihachiman Himure Village (Club Harie)

This is the main store of Club Harie, known for its fluffy Baumkuchen. Located in Himure Village, which also houses the Japanese sweets shop "Taneya," you can enjoy cakes and drinks at Himure Cafe, a spacious Western-style building.

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Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 26, National Route 421 Distance: Approximately 12km
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes

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Tarobogu Shrine (Aga Shrine)
Tarobogu Shrine (Aga Shrine)

Located on the middle slope of Mount Akagami, 350 meters above sea level, this shrine is affectionately known as "Tarobosan." It is said to have been founded about 1,400 years ago, when Prince Shotoku made this a place to pray for the peace and security of the nation. From the observation deck in front of the main hall, you can look out over the rice paddies of the Koto Plain.

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Route to the next spot: Prefectural Route 328 Distance: Approximately 9km
Duration: Approximately 20 minutes

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Roadside Station Aito Margaret Station
Roadside Station Aito Margaret Station

This roadside station is surrounded by flowering fields, with rape blossoms and poppies in the spring, and cosmos and sunflowers in the fall. In a space filled with a country atmosphere, you can purchase local specialties and enjoy seasonal gelato made with fruits and herbs.

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Route to next spot: National Route 307 Distance: Approximately 8km
Duration: Approximately 15 minutes

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Eigenji Onsen Happu-no-yu
Eigenji Onsen Happu-no-yu

Located in front of the gates of Eigenji Temple, the head temple of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism, this is a day-trip hot spring facility surrounded by nature. You can enjoy bathing in the bath while feeling the four seasons with all five senses, including an open-air bath with a panoramic view of the nature of the Aichi River. The spring quality is simple hot spring water, which is popular for leaving your skin smooth after bathing.

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