Kannon-ji Castle: Shiga’s Massive Castle Ruins
For many, many years the southern area of what is today Shiga prefecture was politically important for many warlords. Its
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For many, many years the southern area of what is today Shiga prefecture was politically important for many warlords. Its
Read MoreWhile the town of Azuchi is most famous for Azuchi Castle, one of Oda Nobunaga’s most impressive fortresses, nearby Kannosho-ji
Read MoreShirahige Shrine is perhaps one of the most recognizable shrines in all of Shiga prefecture. Though this shrine is not
Read MoreOmiHachiman is the most famous tourist spot in the Omi region. Famous for the ruins of Hachiman-yama Castle and its
Read MoreOn the border between Otsu and Uji, there is as quaint temple, Shoho-ji[正法寺], better known as Iwama-dera [岩間寺]. While one
Read MoreNear Ishiyama-dera Temple are many restaurants, but one of the more unique restaurants, and our personal recommendation, is Koshu. Running
Read MoreLake Biwa is the gem of Shiga Prefecture. Scores of tourist come there throughout the year to enjoy fishing, boating,
Read MoreKoka is one of the most popular ninja places in Japan, so it stands to reason that there’d be a
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