[Shiga 0003_FH] Shiga 1-day tour: A trip to old castle towns and delicious sweets in the midst of nature

Himure Hachiman Shrine is a shrine that is widely worshipped as the guardian deity of Omihachiman. Large Chinese hackberry and bark trees grow in the vast grounds, and the worship hall and main hall, designated as important cultural properties of the country, have a majestic appearance. In addition, many festivals are held throughout the year, and the shrine is bustling with locals and tourists alike. (Photo by AC)

Omihachiman is located almost in the center of Shiga Prefecture, and is a town where beautiful nature and historical scenery are in harmony. Facing Lake Biwa and blessed with water transportation, Omi merchants were active and the town flourished as a commercial center. The symbol of this is the Hachimanbori canal, which was built by Toyotomi Hidetsugu.

This is the flagship store of the Taneya Group, and is a facility based on the concept of "learning from nature," combining rice paddies, farmland, stores, factories, and more on a vast site. It's like a scene from a storybook, a space where nature and architecture are in harmony, creating a soothing place where you can enjoy sweets and nature.