Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide

Otsu

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Popular places to visit

Lake Biwa Canal

Lake Biwa Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich 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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
Biwako Otsukan

Biwako Otsukan

Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Biwako Otsukan
Mii-dera

Mii-dera

You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Mii-dera
Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Kyu Chikurinin Garden, a lovely green space in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Kyu Chikurinin Garden

Things to do

View of the Kyoto Kimono Wearing Experience

Kimono Wearing Experience

Rp521.965
per traveller
Kimono Wearing Experience
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Rp852.188
per adult
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch

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

Rp1.331.544
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch

From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch

Rp1.438.068
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Couples' special kimono experience

Couples' special kimono experience

Rp1.402.705
per traveller
Couples' special kimono experience
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu Shabu Lunch

From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu Shabu Lunch

Rp1.331.544
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu Shabu Lunch
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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 Rp1.650.466 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp1.650.466
Rp1.815.470 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
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! (3,828 reviews)
We love everything with Onyado Nono. A great experience of awesome Japanese tradition. Love doing the Onsen. And plus all the staff are so nice, accommodating and very friendly. Onyado Hotel is a great hotel welcoming, calming and relaxing. Recommendable

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

4 out of 5
4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.422.713 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp1.422.713
Rp1.564.984 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,589 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.484.300 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp2.484.300
Rp2.732.730 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews)
Onsen

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
Sujakudonokuchicho 20-4 Kyoto Kyoto
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.060.190 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
Rp1.060.190
Rp1.166.241 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,032 reviews)
The rooms are spacious, very clean, quiet, and the perfect place to relax after a long day exploring Kyoto. The hotel also has several restaurants in the building, making it very convenient for a quick meal. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

3.5 out of 5
71-1 Daikokucho, Kawaramachi-dori Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.321.633 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
Rp1.321.633
Rp1.453.796 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,921 reviews)
Everything is perfect, especially the staff.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo

3 out of 5
391 Shiogamacho Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp733.162 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
Rp733.162
Rp806.478 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (928 reviews)
Great services and great room!!! So happy with my stance there!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sotetsu Fresa Inn Kyoto-Kiyomizu Gojo
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Other neighbourhoods around Shimo-sakamoto

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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