Japan Lake Biwa, Shirahige Shrine, Ukimido One Day Tour from Osaka/Kyoto 💥Pre-trip notice: On the night before the trip, between 19:00 and 21:00, we will send you detailed guide and vehicle information by email, please be sure to check it in time💥. 🌸Today we will go to 4 attractions in total, Biwako Shirahige Shrine-Biwako Observation Deck or Sanzenin-Mangetsuji Ukimido-La Collina Omihachiman, a fulfilling itinerary, starting now🌸 - First stop: ⛩️ Biwako Shirahige Shrine, one of the oldest shrines in Omi Province. The shrine is famous for its unique water torii, which is like a mysterious door floating on the lake. In the early morning or dusk, the lake is calm, and the torii and the lake complement each other, forming a beautiful picture. - Second stop: 📸 Biwako Observation Deck (August 9, 2024-November 4, 2024) The scenery here is excellent, as if the sky and the lake are connected by a line. Standing on the observation deck at an altitude of 1,100 meters, you can overlook the entire Lake Biwa 360 degrees without obstruction. The beautiful scenery is intoxicating. It is a great place to take photos and check in. 🛕 Sanzen-in Temple (from November 5, 2024 to April 15, 2025) Tendai-sensei Temple, spring cherry blossoms, summer hydrangeas, autumn maples, and winter snow, beautiful as a painting. The courtyard is covered with moss, ancient trees are towering, and the stone statue of Jizo is lovely. The sun shines through the branches and leaves, quiet and peaceful. Enjoy the scenery while tasting matcha and feeling the beauty of Zen. - The third stop: 🛕 Mangetsu-ji Temple Ukimido, standing on the shore of Lake Biwa, is an important part of "Katata Falling Wild Geese", one of the "Eight Views of Omi". This historic Buddhist pavilion is connected to the lakeshore by a stone bridge about 17 meters long, and the Guanyin Bodhisattva is enshrined in the hall. The surrounding scenery is picturesque, the lake is sparkling, and the quaint buildings complement each other. You can feel the strong historical atmosphere and tranquil Zen here. - The fourth stop: La Collina Omihachiman, which cleverly combines natural beauty with dessert art. The "Grassroots House" in the park echoes the surrounding hills with its green grass roof. Architect Terunobu Fujimori used this to express his awe of nature. Here you can not only taste the exquisite Japanese and Western confectionery provided by Toraya, but also visit the production process of the annual ring cake. It is a secret place where people can find peace and healing in their hearts. 🎉This attraction has its own characteristics, constituting a one-day tour of Kyoto & Shiga. Whether it is natural beauty or cultural experience, you will gain a lot of good memories. Come and join us
