Visit Shimo-sakamoto
Popular places to visit

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

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Top hotels in Shimo-sakamoto

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Best hotel I have ever stayed at. The amenities were amazing. Staff is always so kind and helpful. The room was spacious and offered various shade if you need to reset (jet lag). It ’s a 5 minute walk to Kyoto station and so much food surrounding the hotel. The breakfast was amazing and I can’t get ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Good, clean and comfortable stay; close to a subway station
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
excellent food, great helpful staff
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Beautiful, clean room. Polite, helpful staff made check-in and out very fast. Excellent shuttle service as well.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
Perfect location for traveling to-and-from Kyoto Station, literally opposite the Hajicho East exit. You can use the station to see practically everything you might want to see in Kyoto. Nice clean quiet rooms, larger than normal for Japan. Don’t miss the breakfast in the Japanese restaurant in the ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026





