Location: Otsu
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Ōtsu (大津市, Ōtsu-shi) is the capital city of Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Ōtsu is known as the main port of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. It briefly served as the capital of Japan from 667 to 672 AD during the Asuka period (538 – 710). The city is home to numerous sites of historical importance, notably the temples of Mii-dera, Ishiyama-dera, and Enryaku-ji and the Hiyoshi Taisha shrine. Enryaku-ji is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities)". Ōtsu was incorporated as a city on October 1, 1898.
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1. Shiga MK Taxi
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
2. Biwako Kisen Michigan Cruise
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4.0 based on 104 reviews
MICHIGAN CRUISE There are three Michigan Cruises to choose from,with different options for your enjoyment. The Michigan is a wonderful paddle boat which cruises around the south part of Lake Biwa. Once on board, you can enjoy great music and events, as well as a variety of meals from light snacks to buffet and course meals. The magnificent 360 degree panoramic view from the Michigan sky deck (top floor) will take your breath away. There are three Michigan cruise courses: The Michigan 80 is an 80 minute daytime cruise where you can enjoy meals and events on board as well as the magnificent Lake Biwa scenery. The Michigan 60 is a 60 minute evening cruise for an easy way to see the lake, and the Michigan Night Cruise is a chance to experience the beauty of the lake in the evening and at night, along with a meal and onboard events. Passengers can also come on board at Niono-hama Sightseeing Port and Yanagasaki Lakeside Park Port. We look forward to seeing you.
3. Sakamoto Cable
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4.0 based on 123 reviews
- Longest railway in Japan: 2,025m Starting operation in 1927, this cable car railway has since that time been the main route connecting Hieizan Enryaku-ji Temple , a World Heritage Site, and the Sakamoto area, which flourished as a temple town of Enryaku-ji Temple and is known for its stone walls, Our two European-style cable cars, the En-go(meaning "bond car") and the Fuku-go(meaning"happiness car"), have attracted many passengers.
4. Biwako Valley Ropeway
5. Omi Railway Bus
6. Kojak Bus
7. E.J.Japan
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