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Higashiomi City is blessed with abundant nature stretching from the Suzuka Mountains to Lake Biwa, and is steeped in history and culture. Why not use our hotel as a base to embark on a journey to discover the profound charms of Higashiomi City, touring the beautiful scenery of every season, temples and shrines that evoke the ancient past, and the unique food culture of this region?
Nobunaga's Mansion
Azuchi Castle was the final castle of Oda Nobunaga, who advocated for the unification of the country under military command. It was a magnificent castle representative of the Sengoku period, but it only lasted a few years. Today, all that remains of the castle are stone walls and other remains, but the gorgeous castle tower has been reproduced at the nearby "Nobunaga's House." It has also been used for filming many period dramas, including the historical drama "Go."
Nearby you'll also find the ruins of Azuchi Castle and the Azuchi Castle Archaeological Museum.
Mitsui Outlet Park Shiga Ryuo
This is one of the largest outlet malls in the Kinki region, with a great location surrounded by water and greenery. It is located close to the Ryuo Interchange on the Meishin Expressway, so it is easily accessible not only from the Kansai area, especially Shiga and Kyoto, but also from Hokuriku and Tokai. We have a wide variety of stores, from brand shops selling clothes, bags, shoes, and more, to sports and outdoor goods, kids' goods, and fashion accessories, and we look forward to welcoming you. Why not spend some relaxing shopping time in an open space surrounded by abundant nature?
Sekiba Temple
It is said that Prince Shotoku was amazed by the miracle of his horse turning into stone in the pond, and ordered the construction of this temple, and the temple's name, Ishiba-dera, comes from this legend. In the treasure house, 11 Buddhist statues designated as Important Cultural Properties by the government are on display, including the statue of En-no-Gyoja and the standing statue of the Eleven-Headed Kannon Bodhisattva.
Kannonshoji Temple
Kannonshoji Temple, the 32nd temple of the 33 Saigoku Pilgrimage, is located on top of Mt. Hijiyama (also known as Mt. Kannonji), which overlooks the Kotō Plain. The principal image, a seated Thousand-Armed Kannon statue, is over 6 meters tall including the halo and is a magnificent piece made from sandalwood specially imported from India. You can drive close to the temple grounds from the Gokasho side.
Kanpokan
Kanpokan, with its unique five-story roof, is a museum that connects calligraphy culture with the world. The museum is mainly composed of Japanese and Chinese calligraphy, which is interesting for those who study calligraphy. If you make a reservation, you can also try making a rubbing using a restored stone monument.
World Kite Museum Higashiomi Giant Kite Hall
Higashiomi Giant Kites are said to have started in the middle of the Edo period as a way to celebrate the birth of a child, and are designated as an intangible folk cultural asset by the country. This is a kite hall that introduces the techniques unique to Higashiomi Giant Kites, and also displays kites from all over Japan and the world. On the first floor, you can always see the giant 100-tatami-mat kite that is flown during the Higashiomi Giant Kite Festival.
Higashiomi City Omi Merchant Museum Nakaji Yujin Memorial Museum
Through videos and dioramas, we hope to introduce the Omi merchants born in the Higashi-Omi region to many people and rediscover the charm of the region by introducing them from various angles, including the history of the region, the business methods and family precepts of the Omi merchants, their lifestyle, culture, and education. In the Edo period, from this land of Higashi-Omi, carrying a shoulder pole on their shoulders, Omi merchants traveled all over the country with innovative business methods, an indomitable spirit, and above all, the happy smiles of their customers as their spiritual nourishment, dreaming of success in life. Time has passed, and we hope you will explore the trajectory of the Omi merchants, who are still alive today, as they lived through the Meiji and Taisho eras.
Notogawa Waterwheel and Canoe Land
Notogawa Waterwheel and Canoe Land is a water park consisting of a huge waterwheel with a diameter of 13 meters and a grassy area on the shore of Lake Iba, one of the few remaining inner lakes of Lake Biwa. In the summer, a dragon canoe tournament is held, and heated battles are waged.
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