Learn all about Earth's natural history at Lake Biwa Museum, a great place to take the whole family. Make a day of it!

When you've finished exploring this collection of natural objects in Kusatsu, why not make your way to Mount Hiei, Enryakuji Temple, and Ogoto Onsen? They're near Lake Biwa Museum and also a hit with many tourists.

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Premium Apart MONday KYOTO GOJO

Shimogyo Ward

$1,258

per person

Jan 10 - Jan 13

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

10/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)

This hotel is amazing!! It had everything we could ever want, it was very spacious, and it was a haven after a long day of exploring. My family adored their time there and the staff was so kind & helpful.

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

Kiraku Kyoto Aneyakoji

Downtown Kyoto

$1,575

per person

Jan 10 - Jan 13

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

San Francisco (SFO) to Osaka (KIX)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)

Great location between tourist sites but not in a touristy area. Good choices for neighborhood restaurants. It is ideal location and size for family to four. Six is possible but a little tight. Morning run to imperial palace gravel ground is a big plus.

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

MONday Apart Premium Osaka Namba WEST

Naniwa

$1,374

per person

Jan 7 - Jan 12

found 11 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Los Angeles (LAX) to Osaka (KIX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews)

Great for a family or larger group. Clean, all you need and well located (6-7 min walk to Osaka Namba). A few cafes around for breakfast.

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

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Kyoto: Private Tour of World Heritage Enryakuji and Monk's Town

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Kendo and samurai experience in Kyoto

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Kyoto: Ichijoji Ramen Crawl – A Two-Bowl Pilgrimage

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