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Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine and Observation Deck / Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen-in Temple and Omihachiman One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)
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Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine and Observation Deck / Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen-in Temple and Omihachiman One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) Partial refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: The activity cannot follow the itinerary If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

Not included: Admission to 5000 JPY per person (includes round-trip cable car fare, unlimited chairlift rides, and Biwako Terrace admission fee); from August 8-16, 2026, and September 20-22, an additional +500 JPY fee is required on specific dates.; Admission to Sanzen-in reference admission fee: 700 JPY/person, high school and junior high school students 400 JPY/person, elementary school students 150 JPY/person; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses

Meeting point: Address Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Area) Time: 08:00 Address: 1-3-6 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 542-0073, Japan How to get there: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip, it might be in the spam folder. Do not temporarily change the meeting point. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip; it might be in your spam folder. Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Station Front Sightseeing Bus Parking Time: 09:20 Address: Kyoto-Hachijoguchi Bus Loading Area, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 Japan How to get there: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip, it might be in the spam folder. Do not temporarily change the meeting point. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip; it might be in your spam folder.

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Overview

From the shimmering lake to the majestic mountains, this is a healing one-day journey through Omi and Kyoto, where time slows down and scenery is captured through the lens 🌊⛰️. In the early morning, approach Lake Biwa, where the torii gate of Shirahige Shrine stands serenely in the water ⛩️. The lake's color changes with the light and shadows, and distant fishing boats slowly glide by, as if only a stretch of water separates humans from deities. There is no hustle and bustle here, only the wind, the lake, and the ever-changing sky, making it a perfect place for photography and quiet contemplation 📸. Afterwards, take the cable car up to the Biwako Valley Terrace (Seasonal: May 1 - November 23, 2026; December 19 - March 21 of the following year; during maintenance closures: June 29 - July 3; September 7 - September 11; November 24 - December 18, visit Sanzen-in). In just a few minutes, the view expands from the forest to a vast lake panorama, with the 360-degree Lake Biwa unfolding beneath your feet ✨. The lakeside terrace, cafes, and sky merge into one, creating one of the most popular scenes on Instagram. If time permits, you can also try zip-lining or simply take a stroll, feeling the wind and freedom from above. Sanzen-in (Seasonal: Visit on other dates/when the cable car is temporarily closed) is like a secret realm gently enveloped by time 🍃. Moss covers the garden, streams murmur softly, and each season offers its own unique beauty, yet it remains consistently tranquil. There's no need to rush with photos here; it's a place meant for slow walks and quiet observation, allowing your mind to settle. Finally, arrive at La Collina Omihachiman 🌿. The grass-roofed buildings blend seamlessly with the hills, like stepping into a fairy tale. The aroma of freshly baked baumkuchen fills the air, adding a gentle sweetness to the journey. As the lake calms and the mountain colors soften, this day, intertwined with nature and design, leaves behind a perfectly lingering aftertaste.

Highlights

Lake Biwa: The "Lake of Life" in central-western Japan, a national park, not only a symbol of Japan but also listed as an internationally important wetland, with stunning and incredibly healing lake views.
Shirahige Shrine: The oldest shrine in Omi, built 1900 years ago and selected as a Japan Heritage site, with a beautiful torii gate on the water, a paradise for photographers.
Lake Biwa Observation Deck (seasonal): Enjoy exclusive, dreamy views of the lake and water, ride Japan's fastest cable car with 360-degree glass cabins, and be moved by the endless, breathtaking scenery.
Sanzen-in Temple (seasonal): A hidden ancient temple in Ohara, Kyoto, founded in the 8th century, with cherry blossoms in spring, lush forests in summer, autumn foliage, and winter snow, offering serene Zen beauty throughout the four seasons, bringing peace to the soul.
La Collina Omihachiman: A fairytale dessert kingdom created by the architectural maverick Terunobu Fujimori, with grass roofs blending into nature, and delicious freshly baked baumkuchen and other limited-edition treats.

What's included

Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

What's not included

Admission to 5000 JPY per person (includes round-trip cable car fare, unlimited chairlift rides, and Biwako Terrace admission fee); from August 8-16, 2026, and September 20-22, an additional +500 JPY fee is required on specific dates.
Admission to Sanzen-in reference admission fee: 700 JPY/person, high school and junior high school students 400 JPY/person, elementary school students 150 JPY/person
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses

Meeting point

Address Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba Area) Time: 08:00 Address: 1-3-6 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 542-0073, Japan How to get there: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip, it might be in the spam folder. Do not temporarily change the meeting point. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip; it might be in your spam folder. Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Station Front Sightseeing Bus Parking Time: 09:20 Address: Kyoto-Hachijoguchi Bus Loading Area, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 Japan How to get there: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip, it might be in the spam folder. Do not temporarily change the meeting point. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip; it might be in your spam folder.

Lake Biwa

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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To Sanzen-in Temple from Biwako Observatory on regular closing days: June 29 (Mon) - July 3 (Fri), September 7 (Mon) - September 11 (Fri), November 24 (Tue) - estimated to end late December. According to Japanese law, vehicle usage time must not exceed 10 hours, so the guide may adjust the itinerary based on the actual situation of the day. To ensure your smooth travel, please be sure to confirm the meeting point. Once confirmed, please avoid temporary changes. If you are unable to board the vehicle due to changing the meeting point for personal reasons, no refund will be given. Please be aware: As this is a shared tour, guests speaking other languages may be traveling with you in the same vehicle. We will send an email to guests between 20:00-21:00 the day before departure, informing them of the guide and vehicle information for the next day. Please check it promptly. The email may be mistakenly sorted into the spam folder. During peak season, email delivery time may be delayed; we appreciate your understanding. In special circumstances, if you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. If you use WeChat, you can proactively add the guide's account based on the email. We will do our best to arrange seating requests, but as this is a shared car tour, seat allocation primarily follows the first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requests, please inform us in the remarks, and we will do our best to arrange suitable seats for you. The final arrangement will be subject to the guide's coordination on the day. We hope for your understanding and tolerance, thank you for your consideration. Due to the long travel time, the actual arrival time will be affected by factors such as traffic and weather. The times mentioned above are only estimates. Please avoid arranging other activities after the day's itinerary. Our company will not be responsible for any losses caused by delays. During peak tourist season or other special circumstances, the departure time of the itinerary may be slightly earlier or later. The specific departure time will be subject to the email notification sent the day before departure. Please prepare in advance. As one-day/two-day tours are shared car itineraries, please be sure to arrive at the meeting point or attraction on time. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, and you will be responsible for any unexpected expenses and liabilities incurred due to lateness. Thank you for your understanding. In case of severe weather or other force majeure factors, the park may adjust the operating hours of amusement facilities or show times, or even cancel the operation and performance of some items without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding. This product may be adjusted based on factors such as weather. To ensure your safety, staff have the right to ask guests to stop outdoor activities and communicate with you to make alternative arrangements. The specific situation will be based on the actual conditions of the day. The transportation, sightseeing, and stopover times involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual situation of the day. In case of special circumstances (such as traffic jams, weather reasons, etc.), the guide may reasonably adjust the order of play after considering the actual situation and obtaining the consent of the guests, provided that the attractions in the itinerary are not reduced. Each guest can bring a maximum of one piece of luggage for free. Please note this in the "Special Requirements" section when placing your order. If you do not inform us one day in advance of bringing additional luggage, it may lead to a crowded compartment and affect driving safety. The guide has the right to refuse your boarding, and no refund will be given. We appreciate your understanding. We will arrange different vehicle models based on the actual number of participants and cannot specify the vehicle model. Thank you for your understanding. During group tours, early departure or leaving the group midway is not allowed. If you choose to leave the group midway, the uncompleted portion will be considered voluntarily forfeited, and no refund will be given. You will be responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving or separating from the group. Thank you for your understanding. Season-limited activities (such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, special flower seasons, illuminations, fireworks festivals, snow viewing, hot spring seasons, festive events, etc.) are greatly affected by climate, weather, or other force majeure factors, and specific arrangements may be adjusted. Therefore, please refer to official announcements. If no clear official notification of cancellation is received, we will proceed according to the original plan. If the flowering period or special activities do not meet expectations, no refund will be given. Please be aware.
Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The tour guide will hold a "GOGODAY" flag. We will send you an email between 20:00-21:00 the day before your trip, informing you of the tour guide and vehicle information for the next day. It might be in your spam folder. During peak season, the notification time may be delayed, please understand. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 09:20. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The tour guide will hold a "GOGODAY" flag. We will send you an email between 20:00-21:00 the day before your trip, informing you of the tour guide and vehicle information for the next day. It might be in your spam folder. During peak season, the notification time may be delayed, please understand. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 10:20, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Biwa Water Torii, Lake Biwa Water Torii: The legend closest to the gods [Attraction/experience] 11:30, 3 hour(s), Self-guided, Lake Biwa Observation Deck, Sanzen-in Temple, Here is the seasonal itinerary: 1. Lake Biwa Terrace - Enjoy the dreamlike beauty of the lake (visit from May 1st to November 23rd; please pay special attention to closed dates, will go to Sanzen-in Temple) 2. Sanzen-in Temple - Ohara, Kyoto's hidden gem (visit on or before April 30th; stay for 2 hours). Some attractions might need to be skipped because of capacity or weather conditions [Attraction/experience] 15:30, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Day Collina Ōmi-Hachiman, La Collina Omihachiman - Created by Japanese architect Terunobu Fujimori - A fairytale thatched roof house beautiful in all seasons [Return] 17:25 - 17:50, at [Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Station Front Sightseeing Bus Parking Lot / Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori Area,]() Due to the long travel time, the actual arrival time may be affected by factors such as traffic and weather. The time provided above is an estimate only. Please avoid arranging other activities after your itinerary on the same day. Our company will not be held responsible for any losses caused by delays. We appreciate your understanding. [Return] 18:30 - 19:00, at [Osaka Kintetsu Nippombashi,]() The return time period is the estimated arrival time. Due to the long journey, the actual arrival time is greatly affected by traffic and weather conditions. Please do not book any activities after the itinerary on the same day. The operator will not be responsible for any losses caused by delays. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults Children aged 0-2 can join this activity free of charge provided they will not occupy separate seats
【Notice for Elderly and Pregnant Tourists】 If the registrant is an elder aged 70 or above, or a pregnant woman, to ensure your safety and rights, a liability waiver must be signed. Please make a note in the "Special Requirements" field when placing your order, and we will send the agreement document via email after receiving your order. Please sign and return a photo of the signed document in advance to complete the registration process. Due to Japanese law stipulating that vehicle usage time must not exceed 10 hours, the tour guide will adjust the itinerary based on the actual situation of the day's travel. Please be aware of this. We will send an email to guests between 20:00-21:00 the day before departure, informing them of the guide and vehicle information for the next day. Please check it promptly. It might be in your spam folder! During peak season, the email delivery time may be delayed; we appreciate your understanding! If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please refer to the latest one! If you have WeChat, you can proactively add the guide's account based on the information in the email. Due to the long travel time, please understand if there are traffic jams. Furthermore, our company will not be responsible for any subsequent costs incurred by delays caused by traffic jams. During peak tourist season or in other special circumstances, the departure time of the itinerary may be advanced or slightly delayed (the specific departure time will be subject to the email notification sent the day before departure), so please be prepared in advance. To ensure your smooth travel, please confirm the meeting point. Once confirmed, please avoid making temporary changes. If you are unable to board due to personal reasons for changing the meeting point, no refund will be issued. Thank you for your understanding. As the one-day tour is a shared car trip, please do not be late at the meeting point or attractions. We will not wait for latecomers, and no refunds will be issued. You will be responsible for any expenses and liabilities incurred due to your lateness. In the event of adverse weather or other force majeure factors, the park may, without prior notice, delay or change the operating hours of rides or show performance times, and may even cancel some ride operations and performances. This product may be adjusted based on factors such as weather. For your safety, staff have the right to ask guests to suspend outdoor activities, communicate with you, and make alternative arrangements. The specific arrangements will be based on the actual situation on the day. The transportation, sightseeing, and duration of stay involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual situation on the day. In case of special circumstances (such as traffic jams, weather conditions, etc.), the tour guide may reasonably adjust the order of visiting attractions in the itinerary based on the actual situation and with the consent of the guests, provided that the number of attractions in the itinerary is not reduced. Each guest can bring one piece of luggage free of charge. Please note this in the "Special Requests" section when placing your order! If not informed one day in advance, and luggage is brought temporarily, it may lead to a crowded compartment and affect driving safety. The tour guide has the right to refuse your boarding, and the fee will not be refunded. We apologize for any inconvenience. If the applicant is an elder over 70 years old or a pregnant woman, to ensure safety and improve relevant protection procedures, a liability waiver must be signed. Please make a note in the "Special Requirements" field when booking. We will send the liability waiver document via email after receiving your order. Please sign it in advance and send a photo back to complete the registration process. We will arrange different vehicle types based on the actual number of travelers. Please note that you cannot specify the vehicle type. During the group tour, you are not allowed to leave the group early or depart midway. If you choose to leave the group midway, the uncompleted portion will be considered as voluntarily forfeited by you, and no fees will be refunded. Tourists are solely responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving or departing from the group. We appreciate your understanding! Seasonal limited activities (such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, special flower seasons, illuminations, fireworks festivals, snow scenery viewing, hot spring seasons, festive events, etc.) are greatly affected by climate, weather, or other force majeure factors, and specific arrangements may be adjusted. Therefore, please refer to official announcements. If no clear official notification of activity cancellation is received, we will proceed according to the original plan. If the flower season or special activities do not meet expectations, no refunds will be issued. Please be aware of this. We will do our best to arrange seating according to your needs, but since this is a shared-ride tour, seat allocation primarily follows the first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requirements, please inform us in the remarks, and we will do our best to arrange suitable seating for you. The final arrangement will be subject to the coordination of the tour guide on the day. We hope for your understanding and tolerance, and thank you for your consideration. Please be aware: As this is a group tour, there may be guests speaking other languages traveling in the same vehicle as you. We appreciate your understanding. Prohibitions & Limitations Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given Pets are prohibited Accessibility Child seats are not available
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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