Shiga Prefecture

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.

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.

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.

Explore the fascinating world of Japan's ninja on a guided tour of Koka, the birthplace of the Koka-ryu ninja. This immersive journey takes you through the Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashiki, a unique house that served as both home and fortress, revealing ingenious ninja architecture designed for survival. L...

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

We will hold an experiential activity where you can actually cook teppanyaki under the guidance of a chef while eating. It will be a valuable experience. You will enjoy your meal and then have the opportunity to try flambéing the steak for the main course. The menu is based on French cuisine that co...

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, We can accommodate guests with dietary restrictions including vegetarian, vegan and gluten free - just let us know when booking.

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

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.

Let’s cycle to Japan’s largest lake, Lake Biwa, the Miho Museum, the pottery town of Shigaraki, or the historic Tokaido and Nakasendo highways! Your bicycles are designed so that even those not used to sports cycling or not confident in their stamina can enjoy cycling with peace of mind. Before your...

• 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, A minimum height of 145 cm is required as a guideline for use.

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

Ōtsu’s Miidera Temple, nestled along the serene shores of Lake Biwa, invites you to uncover over 1,200 years of Buddhist history. Known for its great bronze bell and a revered Kannon Bodhisattva statue, this historic site showcases architectural elegance amid tranquil paths and stunning lake views. ...

• Mii-dera Temple

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Experience the nightlife of Ōtsu, gateway to Lake Biwa, on a guided bar-hopping tour. Enjoy ¥4,000 worth of food and drinks at two local venues while discovering the city’s unique culinary identity.