Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide

Otsu

Popular places to visit

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 relaxing 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
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
Enryakuji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements

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

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

Rp1.648.752
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono

Rp876.421
per adult
Let us color your memories of Kyoto in Kimono
View of the Kyoto Kimono Wearing Experience

Kimono Wearing Experience

Rp536.808
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

Rp1.369.408
per adult
From Nagoya: Kyoto Day Tour with Pork Shabu-Shabu Lunch
Couples' special kimono experience

Couples' special kimono experience

Rp1.403.122
per traveller
Couples' special kimono experience
Japan: Kyoto Day Trip – Kiyomizu, Kinkaku, Fushimi & Heritage

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

Rp983.868
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 Rp2.665.390 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
Rp2.665.390
Rp2.931.940 total
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (3,905 reviews)
スタッフの皆さんはとても親切で、温泉と朝ごはんも最高でした。

Reviewed on 11 Mar 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 Rp4.074.004 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
Rp4.074.004
Rp4.481.404 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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! (1,689 reviews)
The hotel had a nice vibe from the second we walked in. Awesome bakery in the lobby with a wide assortment of options. The roof top lounge also had a cool atmosphere. Heaters for cooler weather. Bar and food options. The rooms were clean and spacious compared to other places I have stayed in Japan. ...

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

4 out of 5
17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp1.854.526 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
Rp1.854.526
Rp2.243.977 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (1,546 reviews)
Staff was excellent. A lot of places around the area to do.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO

4 out of 5
140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.604.724 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
Rp2.604.724
Rp2.865.196 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
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! (2,581 reviews)
Amazing hotel. Room was so nice. Lots of space. Bed was really comfortable. Very clean. So quiet. Staff were super helpful and friendly. Good location. Close to train station and convenience stores. Would 100% stay again.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

THE BLOSSOM KYOTO
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

4 out of 5
Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp2.841.492 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
Rp2.841.492
Rp3.125.641 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
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! (235 reviews)
Great hotel

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

4 out of 5
74 Nakajimacho,Kawaramachi Higashi-iru Kyoto Kyoto
The price is Rp4.203.688 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
Rp4.203.688
Rp5.317.665 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,429 reviews)
All around very nice

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
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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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