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.

Experience the beauty of Sakamoto and Mount Hiei on our exclusive tour. Start with a scenic ride on the Sakamoto Cable Car, Japan’s longest cableway, offering stunning views of Lake Biwa and misty forests. At the top, visit the sacred Enryaku-ji Temple, a historic Buddhist site with deep spiritual s...

• Kyu Chikurinin Garden
• Hieizan Enryaku-ji 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, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

This is the only guided tour that takes you through all three sacred areas of Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei—Tōtō, Saitō, and Yokokawa. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore historic halls, ride shuttle buses between precincts, and experience the full spiritual journey of Japanese Tendai ...

• Komponchudo
• Enryaku-ji Daikodo
• Enryakuji Temple Amida Do
• Jogyodo and Hokkedo (Ninaido)
• Enryaku-ji Yokawachudo
• Ganzandaishi-do

• 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.

Explore the historic town of Sakamoto at the foot of Mount Hiei, where faith and craftsmanship intertwine through centuries of tradition. This three-hour guided walking tour unveils the rich cultural landscape shaped by the Anō masons and the temple town of Enryaku-ji. Visit the Former Chikurin-in t...

• Kyu Chikurinin Garden
• Hiyoshi Taisha
• Remains of Shigain-mon
• Jigando

• 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.

Mount Hiei, home to the revered Enryaku-ji Temple, is a central site in Japanese Buddhist history. Visitors can take a scenic cable car ride to the temple, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Enryaku-ji has played a crucial role in Japanese Buddhism, shaping both the imperial co...

• 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, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Explore Ishiyama-dera Temple on a guided tour with entry tickets. Discover the temple's history, legends, and breathtaking scenery, and choose from two convenient starting points.

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.