[Shiga] Shiga | Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Observatory/Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen-in Temple, Mangetsuji Temple Floating Hall, Omihachiman Day Trip | Departure from Osaka/Kyoto

• * Lake Biwa: The "Lake of Life" in central and western Japan, a national park that is not only a symbol of Japan, but also listed as an internationally important wetland. The beautiful lake view is super healing
• * Shirahige Shrine: The oldest shrine in Omi, built before 1900 and selected as a Japanese heritage site, the torii gate on the water is super beautiful, a paradise for photography enthusiasts
• * Lake Biwa Observation Deck (seasonal only): Enjoy the dreamy beauty of the lake and water, take the fastest cable car in Japan, the 360-degree glass cabin, and the moving stunning scenery of the endless cable car
• * Sanzen-in Temple (seasonal only): A hidden ancient temple in Ohara, Kyoto, founded in the 8th century, with spring cherry blossoms, summer forests, autumn maples, and winter snow, the four seasons of Zen beauty, let the soul return to peace
• * Mangetsu-ji Temple Ukimido: A Buddhist temple floating on Lake Biwa, a Rinzai sect temple, famous for the "Katata Falling Wild Geese" of the Eight Views of Omi

# The Lake Biwa Viewing Platform Ropeway will be out of service from September 1st to 5th; November 4th to late December. Alternative: Sanzen-in Temple