Otsu, Hiei Area
One-Day. Yoshinaka-dera Temple-Seta River Cruise
Historic Otsu, Seta, Ishiyama districts were loved by Matuo Bashoo and Murasaki Shikibu. Seta at dusk and autumn moon in Ishiyama are part of Omi hakkei, 8 scenic places in Omi area.
- Senshinryo offers local cuisine "Tankai no Gozen" made from
freshwater fish. Pnone 077-537-0066
- Sakamotoya has specialized in Funazushi, sushi with a freshwater fish,
since Edo era. The restaurant is also known for its variety of pickled
food from Lake Biwa. Phone 077-524-2406
Otu Festival: October 7/8
Turning leaves are the most beautiful in mid-November.
[info] Biwako Otsu Tourist Bureau : Phone 077-528-2772