Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide

Otsu

Shimo-sakamoto
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Popular places to visit

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Mount Hiei

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

Mount Hiei
View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan

Biwako Valley

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Biwako Valley during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Biwako Valley
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Biwako Valley Ski Resort

Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal is just one of the places to see in Otsu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area.

Lake Biwa Canal
Enryakuji Temple

Enryakuji Temple

After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Enryakuji Temple
Ishiyamadera Temple

Ishiyamadera Temple

After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ishiyamadera Temple

Things to do

Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Rp2.238.087
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
View of the Kyoto Kimono Wearing Experience

Kimono Wearing Experience

Rp522.220
per traveller
Kimono Wearing Experience
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch

From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch

Rp1.332.195
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Couples' special kimono experience

Couples' special kimono experience

Rp1.410.377
per traveller
Couples' special kimono experience
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Rp1.666.196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage

Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage

Rp1.122.132
per traveller
Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage
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Top hotels in Shimo-sakamoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

3 out of 5
491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.474.053 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
Rp1.474.053
Rp1.621.502 total
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,015 reviews)
All staff were very organized and helpful. The hotel was very clean.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.848.142 per night from 8 May to 9 May
Rp1.848.142
Rp2.032.956 total
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,631 reviews)
Good, clean and comfortable stay; close to a subway station

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.989.767 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp2.989.767
Rp3.288.744 total
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,783 reviews)
Super clean hotel, professional staff who spoke very good English. Quiet location not too far from the station, convenience stores nearby. Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp521.829 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
Rp521.829
Rp574.012 total
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kawaramachi Street and Kyoto Tower are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (864 reviews)
Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.080.644 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
Rp1.080.644
Rp1.307.578 total
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,326 reviews)
Beautiful, clean room. Polite, helpful staff made check-in and out very fast. Excellent shuttle service as well.

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.493.747 per night from 8 May to 9 May
Rp1.493.747
Rp1.807.434 total
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,644 reviews)
Excellent location, next to train station and shopping district. Nice temples nearby. Will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimo-sakamoto

Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan

Ogoto

While visiting Ogoto, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Biwa and Ogoto Onsen.

Ogoto
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Katata

If you're spending some time in Katata, Lake Biwa and Biwako Quasi-National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Katata

Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide