June 27th, 2018
July 2018: Top Summer Events Around Japan
Highlights include the Gion Festival in Kyoto and the Tenjin Festival in Osaka—one of Japan's most famous festivals.
Cheapest Flights from Tokyo to Shiga (Kansai International Airport)
| Route | Airline | One-way Fare | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tokyo => Kansai | Peach | ¥5,689 (US$52) | Details |
| Tokyo => Kansai | Jetstar Japan | ¥5,785 (US$53) | Details |
| Tokyo => Kansai | Japan Airlines | ¥8,925 (US$81) | Details |
| Tokyo => Kansai | ANA (All Nippon Airways) | ¥9,690 (US$88) | Details |
| Tokyo => Kansai | STARFLYER | ¥12,082 (US$110) | Details |
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Articles about Shiga
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June 11th, 2018
Kansai Summertime Guide: Firework Festivals in Kyoto, Osaka and Beyond
Mark your calendars for these not-to-be missed firework festivals taking place all over Kansai!
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April 4th, 2018
April 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Cherry blossoms, spring festivals and the promise of summer: April is one of the best times to be in Japan!
Events in Shiga
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Otsu Hikiyama Festival
Free
Cultural Festival
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Nigohachi Festival
9:00am – 3:00pm
Free
Festival
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Omihachiman Sagicho Fire Festival
Free
Matsuri
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Hikiyama Festival
Free
Matsuri
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Higashiomi Giant Kite Festival
9:20am – 3:00pm
Free
Festival
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Nagahama and Kita-Biwako Great Fireworks
Free
Fireworks
Entertainment in Shiga
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March 15th, 2018
Japan’s 5 Deadliest Festivals: Fire, Rivers and Bamboo Spears!
Some of the celebrations that often end in loss of life and limb...
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March 1st, 2018
March 2018: Top Cheapo Events Around Japan
Plum blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka and more!
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October 4th, 2017
Viewing Autumn Leaves in Kansai: Kyoto and Beyond
Whereas the cherry blossom front begins in the south and ends in the north, it’s the other way around for autumn […]
- August 28th, 2017
Japan by Prefecture: The Kansai Region
- January 12th, 2016
Hikone Castle: One of Only Twelve
- December 15th, 2015
Omihachiman: Lake Biwa’s Miniature Venice
Getting Around in Shiga
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November 29th, 2016
4 Easy Day Trips from Kyoto
Day trips perfect for exploring past the ancient city of Kyoto or if you want to go on a cheapo mini holiday.
