Otsu

Meet your local host Michiyo and let her introduce you to the special menu of the day, before you start your hands-on cooking experience in her Kyoto kitchen. Michiyo truly enjoys sharing her knowledge on Japanese cooking techniques that she has perfected over the years. You will learn to make dashi...

• Menu may vary depending on the season, Please advise any specific dietary requirements [in the "Special Requirements" box] at the time of booking, Michiyo and her husband share their home with El, their well-behaved dachshund dog, Private, personalized experience

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Just a 20 minute shinkansen ride from Kyoto to our starting point, we offer an easy way to explore small town rural life in Japan on this leisurely beginner-friendly ride, with a local resident guide, fluent in English, to help you enjoy our area’s unique geographical and historical points of intere...

• Maibara
• Iwaya Zenkodo Temple

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Explore Sakamoto at the base of Mount Hiei. Start with the serene Chikurin-in garden, visit the vibrant Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, and end at the historic Enryaku-ji Temple.

Just one hour from Kyoto, this immersive cultural experience takes you to the quieter shores of Lake Biwa, where daily life has long been shaped by water, faith, and the changing seasons. Guided by a Buddhist monk and his wife, a multilingual local guide, you’ll go beyond sightseeing to explore a h...

• Shizugatake Battlefield
• Kinomotojuku
• Yamaji Brewery

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pick a kanji that speaks to you, ink it into fabric using an Otsu artisans' printing method, and walk away with a furoshiki you made yourself.

Delve into the rich tradition of Shigaraki ware, one of Japan's revered ceramic arts, on a guided two-hour tour in Shiga Prefecture. Begin at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park and Museum, where a local guide will share the storied history of this unique pottery, known for its earthy textures and s...

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Explore Sakamoto on a guided walking tour. Visit the Former Chikurin-in, Hiyoshi Taisha, Shigain Monzeki, and Jigen-dō, and learn about the town’s history and culture.

Explore Miidera Temple in Ōtsu, a historic city on the shores of Lake Biwa. Discover its rich history, admire the great bronze bell, and enjoy views over Lake Biwa.

Discover Otsu's nightlife on a guided bar hopping tour. Visit three distinct bars, each with its own atmosphere and crowd, and enjoy drinks and snacks at your own pace.

Would you like to immortalize your trip to Japan with a one-of-a-kind pottery creation? In the serene surroundings of Hieizan Yamanakacho, our studio offers an immersive pottery experience steeped in Japan's rich ceramic heritage. Guided by seasoned artisans, you'll learn traditional techniques for ...

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.