New Golden Route

History / Tradition / Culture

Course 416 days trip

Follow in the ancient footsteps of generations past on Japan's Original Golden Route.

  • Good for: Couples
  • The best time to visit: Spring/Autumn

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Day 11

from Awarayunomachi Bus stop to Awaraonsen Sta. by Bus - 15 min.


from Awaraonsen Sta. to Maibara Sta. by Train - 85 min.


“BIWAICHI” – cycling around the perimeter of Lake Biwa (BIWAICHI RENTAL CYCLING)

“BIWAICHI” – cycling around the perimeter of Lake Biwa (BIWAICHI RENTAL CYCLING)

“BIWAICHI” is a term used to describe a lap of Lake Biwa approximately 200 kilometre-long circumference on bicycle. The appearance of Lake Biwa has various aspects that change with the seasons, from cherry trees and new greenery to the changing colours of autumn leaves.

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by bicycle - 40 min.


Kurokabe Square

Kurokabe Square

Around "Kurokabe Glass Shop where we redecorated old bank got close to by nickname of Kurokabe bank from the Meiji era into," it is dotted with glass shop and studio, gallery, experience-based classroom, restaurant and shops full of charm including cafe in old cityscape.

110 min.

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[Lunch]
Yakisaba somen (Yokaro)


Yakisaba somen (Yokaro)

Yakisaba somen (Yokaro)

The Hokkoku Kaido Road once thronged with travelers and merchants, and many old temples, shrines and buildings remain standing along it, of which Yokaro is one. They are most famous for their "fried mackerel somen" noodles, a traditional Nagahama household dish often served at religious ceremonies and events in which sweet and sour fried mackerel is stewed with noodles.

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by bicycle - 60 min.


Shizugatake tunnel (old road)


by bicycle - 60 min.


Kaizu-Osaki, Osaki-ji temple


by bicycle - 45 min.


Omi Beef

Omi Beef

This Japanese black cattle beef, nurtured by Shiga's natural abundance, is richly marbled with fat for delicious flavor and mouth-watering tenderness.

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[Stay]
Imazu

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