- Overview
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Visit "Chikubushima Island '' which is known as a spiritual place located in Lake Biwa. Many tourists from Japan and abroad are attracted to this place every year. Take a boat from Nagahama or Imazu. Get a glimpse of the cultural highlights such as the Kara-mon of Hogonji Temple and the Tsukubusuma Shrine. Stroll around the island and discover the spiritual island that has long been worshipped.
- You can enjoy cruising which takes about 30 minutes to Chikubushima Island while enjoying the magnificent view of Lake Biwa.
- Chikubushima Island, which has long been worshipped as an island where the gods reside, has many spiritual places!
- This cruise is full of highlights, such as the Kara-mon (Chinese Gate) of Hogonji Temple which is designated as the national treasure, the main shrine of Tsukubusuma Shrine, and the Boat Passageway (Funa-roka) of Hogonji Temple, which is an important cultural asset.
- What to expect
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Visit "Chikubushima Island '' which is known as a spiritual place located in Lake Biwa. Many tourists from Japan and abroad are attracted to this place every year. Take a boat from Nagahama or Imazu. Get a glimpse of the cultural highlights such as the Kara-mon of Hogonji Temple and the Tsukubusuma Shrine. Stroll around the island and discover the spiritual island that has long been worshipped.
- Map of destination or departure area
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