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[Shiga] Walking Tour:Warriors & Blacksmiths: Tracing Samurai Legends around Lake Biwa
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- Overview
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・Hike through a scenic battlefield nestled between mountains and Lake Biwa.
・Visit a quiet village where ancient prayers still echo today.
・Enjoy lunch in a historic sake town with nearly 500 years of brewing tradition.
・Discover a hidden blacksmithing village with roots in the Sengoku Warring States era.
・Guided by local residents who share personal stories and offer meaningful cultural connections.
- What to expect
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Explore a land where mountains, lakes, and samurai history meet—visiting battlefields, sacred villages, and blacksmith hamlets shaped by nature and faith. Time: approx. 8 hours Starts 9am Active Level:2 km walk (incl. a low-incline hike up to the mountain top). Suitable for ages 13+