About
Japan's largest lake, perfect for swimming and water fun, just a short trip from kyoto.
Why go
- Serene and atmospheric
- Stunning scenery
- Feels like an ocean
Must try
- Shirahige shrine's floating torii gate
- Lake biwa valley lookout views
- Layered wheel cakes at la collina
- Cycling around lake biwa
- Visit ukimido temple
Pro tips
- Take the ropeway up to lake biwa valley lookout
- Book a day trip from kyoto
- Jr biwako line is 15 mins from kyoto
- Rent a bicycle at omitakashima station
- Take the ferry to chikubu island
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Rating
4.5 / 5 (1185 reviews)