The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Shiga is a landlocked prefecture in the Kansai region to the northeast of Osaka and Kyoto.
A large part of the prefecture is taken up by Lake Biwa — Japan’s largest lake by area.
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Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka — one of Japan's most famous festivals.
Cherry blossoms, spring festivals and the promise of summer: April is one of the best times to be in Japan!
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Get what you need from this large market that takes over Higashiomi in Shiga Prefecture.
People in human powered flying machines throw themselves off a jetty and into a lake.
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Flanked by mountains, with beaches, islands, and temples, and 200km of coastline, it can be difficult to know where to …
Get your fall leaf fix wherever you are in Japan.
A list of beautiful places for viewing beautiful Kyoto autumn leaves, plus day trip ideas to Nara, Wakayama and Shiga …
Day trips perfect for exploring past the ancient city of Kyoto or if you want to go on a cheapo mini holiday.
