Genkyū-en Tours

Discover the displays of plants and flowers that have been carefully nurtured at Genkyū-en. This gorgeous private garden is sure to give you some ideas for your own yard.

Genkyū-en is the perfect place to start out your day in Hikone. This horticultural attraction is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only spot to see here. Allow some time for other sights like Hikone Castle, Taga Shrine, and Ryotanji Temple to get a complete picture of what the area has to offer.

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Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

Wayfarer Hotel Kyoto Shijo

3 out of 5
Shimogyo Ward
Price was $2,811, price is now $1,245 per person
$1,245
per person
Dec 12 - Dec 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)
8.6/10 Excellent! (138 reviews)
Clean, modern, luminous and spacious!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Oyado Kawaramachi Gojo

Oyado Kawaramachi Gojo

3.5 out of 5
Shimogyo Ward
Price was $3,049, price is now $1,251 per person
$1,251
per person
Dec 13 - Dec 16
found 8 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

4 out of 5
Downtown Kyoto
Price was $2,854, price is now $1,269 per person
$1,269
per person
Dec 14 - Dec 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
My wife and I traveled to Kyoto as part of our first trip to Japan and we both agreed, without a doubt Villa Sanjo Muromachi was a - of not the - highlight of our trip. A beautiful boutique hotel with spacious rooms, beautifully decored that make you feel right at home in the heart of historic and charming Kyoto. We opted to have breakfast served to our room and specifically the Japanese version which we did not regret. The service is top notch and especially the bartender. First rate cocktails 😉 Thank you!

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Popular places to visit

Hikone Castle

Hikone Castle

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Hikone when you spend time at Hikone Castle. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Hikone Castle
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Taga Shrine

After visiting Taga Shrine, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Taga. Discover the area's hot springs and temples.

Taga Shrine

Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road

Enjoy an outing to Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road during your stay in Hikone. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its temples.

Yume-Kyobashi Castle Road

Yonbancho Square

Learn about the local history of Hikone with a stop at Yonbancho Square. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.

Yonbancho Square

Raigoji Temple

After visiting Raigoji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hikone. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.

Raigoji Temple

Soanji Temple

After visiting Soanji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hikone. Wander the lakeside and gardens while you're in the area.

Soanji Temple

Best Lodging Options Near Genkyū-en

Comfort Hotel Hikone

Comfort Hotel Hikone

3 out of 5
18-7 Ekihigashi-cho, Hikone, Shiga-ken
Comfort Hotel Hikone
Hotel Sunroute Hikone

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

3 out of 5
9-14, Asahi-machi, Hikone, Shiga
Hotel Sunroute Hikone
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

Kamenoi Hotel Hikone

4 out of 5
3759 Matsubaracho, Hikone, Shiga
Kamenoi Hotel Hikone
Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi

3 out of 5
8, Maibara-nishi, Maibara, Shiga
Toyoko Inn Maibara Station Shinkansen Nishi
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
38 Oshima-cho, Nagahama, Shiga-ken
Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
2876, Imahamacho-jyukkennya, Moriyama, Shiga
Lake Biwa Marriott Hotel
Takimotokan Yukinosato

Takimotokan Yukinosato

4 out of 5
1290-167 Yoro-koen, Yoro, Gifu-ken
Takimotokan Yukinosato
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House

2.5 out of 5
304, Makinocho Nakasho, Takashima, Shiga
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House
HOTEL R9 The Yard Inabe

HOTEL R9 The Yard Inabe

2.5 out of 5
Daiancho Ishigureshimo, Inabe, Mie
HOTEL R9 The Yard Inabe
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