[Shiga] A day trip to Biwako Shrine and Metasequoia Avenue in Japan | A dreamlike lake view experience from the Biwako Observatory
- Overview
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- Enjoy an exclusive cruise on the Biwa Lake Valley Cable Car and Biwa Lake Terrace, with 360-degree panoramic views of the lake and mountains.
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Metasequoia Avenue in all four seasons and experience the healing hot spring bathing at Makino Highland Sarasa.
- Visit the floating torii gate of Shirahime Shrine and capture stunning photos of the lakeside sacred area, a popular spot for social media influencers.
- What to expect
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Starting from Nipponbashi, Osaka, embark on a journey through popular natural and cultural attractions in the Kansai region! Head to Lake Biwa Valley and take Japan's fastest cable car to an altitude of 1,100 meters for breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Biwa. Enjoy free time and lunch at the Lake Biwa Terrace, soaking up the stunning scenery and romantic atmosphere. Visit the popular Shiga Island photo spot, the Metasequoia Avenue, where approximately 500 straight and elegant metasequoia trees create a dreamlike landscape that changes with the seasons, offering a truly invigorating stroll. During the trip, you can choose to relax at Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa, featuring open-air baths and a family-friendly area in the Hōtoku area, where you can enjoy the healing power of natural hot springs. Finally, visit Shirahira Shrine, the oldest shrine in Omi Province, where the floating torii gate is reflected in Lake Biwa, earning it the nickname "Japan's Itsukushima Shrine," its atmosphere even more mystical and se
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