Lake Biwa
Osaka & KansaiLarge lake region

Lake Biwa

琵琶湖

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Region
Osaka & Kansai
Coordinates
35.2500, 136.1000
Admission
The lake region is free to explore, but cruises, museums, cable cars, beaches, and activity operators price separately.
How to get there
Choose a shore first. Otsu, Hikone, Omihachiman, and other gateways serve very different parts of the lake.
Suggested visit time
Half day to multi-day trip
Best time to visit
Season depends on purpose: spring and autumn for scenery, summer for lake leisure, and winter for quieter cultural trips.
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Last verified: 2026-04-07

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