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

4/5(1 review)

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
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
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

Things to do

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
Japan: Kyoto Kifune Shrine, Arashiyama & Sanzen-in 9-Person Fall Tour

Japan: Kyoto Kifune Shrine, Arashiyama & Sanzen-in 9-Person Fall Tour

Rp1.275.150
per traveller
Japan: Kyoto Kifune Shrine, Arashiyama & Sanzen-in 9-Person Fall Tour
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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 Rp1.768.440 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp1.768.440
Rp1.945.284 total
6 May - 7 May
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! (4,023 reviews)
I loved my stay here! The rooms were clean and comfortable, the onsen was great, and a convenient location. I would stay here again for sure

Reviewed on 30 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 Rp2.723.104 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp2.723.104
Rp2.995.414 total
7 May - 8 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! (2,641 reviews)
The room was pretty cle

Reviewed on 30 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 Rp1.942.595 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
Rp1.942.595
Rp2.136.854 total
1 Jun - 2 Jun
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! (1,792 reviews)
excellent food, great helpful staff

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI

3.5 out of 5
44-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp966.287 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp966.287
Rp1.062.949 total
6 May - 7 May
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,234 reviews)
Japan is soo convenient. They had PJ’s for you to wear only if you’re sized US XL and down which is okay. They had necessities for you to use if you did not pack any example tooth brush, shaver, etc. we got to experience the breakfast there, it was very authentic. Also the room was a perfect size ...

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

JR WEST GROUP VIA INN PRIME KYOTOEKI HACHIJOGUCHI
RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto

4 out of 5
1 Taimatsu-cho, Shiokoji-sagaru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.080.356 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp1.080.356
Rp1.307.232 total
7 May - 8 May
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! (2,329 reviews)
Big rooms with everything you need in proximity.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma

3 out of 5
26 Higashikujo Aketacho, Minami Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp534.495 per night from 6 May to 7 May
Rp534.495
Rp587.944 total
6 May - 7 May
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! (875 reviews)
Breakfast was boring. The bathroom smells.

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Kyoto Universal Hotel Karasuma
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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

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