Title: Visit Ogoto: 2026 Ogoto, Otsu Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Ogoto](https://expedia.com/Ogoto-Otsu-Hotels.0-n553248635976007788-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Otsu](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Otsu](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Ogoto](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Ogoto.d553248635976007788.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ogoto Vacations](https://expedia.com/Ogoto.d553248635976007788.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ogoto ## Otsu ![Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan (Mt. Hiei), Shiga, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007788/434c692b-561c-432f-9a56-c4d43ec05d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan (Mt. Hiei), Shiga, Japan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007788/434c692b-561c-432f-9a56-c4d43ec05d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ogoto Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Otsu Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Otsu.dx179215) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Otsu_BiwakoValleySkiResort_553248621532772473](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772473/80348000-cce0-4adc-a905-788fbb2a4860.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Biwako Valley Ski Resort Ski, snowboard, zipline, relax overlooking an infinity channel or simply enjoy views of mist, mountains and lake at this popular resort near Kyoto and Osaka. [](https://expedia.com/Biwako-Valley-Ski-Resort-Otsu.d553248621532772473.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of lake Biwa from the top of Mount Uchimi in Otsu city, Shiga prefecture, Japan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975257865/2e8e639e-65f1-4eec-ac27-8a62823ed9f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Biwako-Valley-Otsu.d553248635975257865.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful Panorama landscape southern west side of lake Biwa (Biwako) and cityscape of Otsu-shi from a mountain top of Hieizan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501434/d98e58bd-cd8c-4c1e-87a9-ad7c0c675026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Hiei You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei in Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Hiei-Kyoto.d501434.Vacation-Attraction) ![Enryakuji Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501444/b478ce38-ec88-431f-abde-8f5312539830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Enryakuji Temple Experience the peacefulness and architectural beauty of this 8th-century monastic complex, which spreads across the forested summit of Mount Hiei. [](https://expedia.com/Enryakuji-Temple-Otsu.d501444.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Biwa Canal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635023365943/78475526-0732-4268-99f4-cb40ac679416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Biwa Canal Stroll along the cherry blossom-lined banks of a set of canals constructed in the Meiji period to connect Lake Biwa with Kyoto via a series of mountain tunnels. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Biwa-Canal-Otsu.d553248635023365943.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ishiyamadera Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/ccdcf0ae-6126-4f41-bdd3-36faaf2f321f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ishiyamadera Temple After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Ishiyamadera-Temple-Otsu.d553248621532771846.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Gion Geisha District Maiko](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46728540/e44b20db-cc32-41de-8ba2-966804a7a992.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha $25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-gion-geisha-district-walking-tour-the-stories-of-geisha.a46728540.activity-details) ![Kyoto Highlights: with Nijo Castle Ticket & Bamboo Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49588042/534f6fa3-f6b6-45cb-9446-d95bccfc0711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari $99 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-nijo-castle.a49588042.activity-details) ![Kimono 1](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1315829/42dc3e7d-0f92-48dc-9d9d-90e7a5b9304f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kimono and Yukata Experience in Kyoto $25 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kimono-and-yukata-experience-in-kyoto.a1315829.activity-details) ![Experience the traditional way of drinking tea prepared by a tea master](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1219871/488ff48b-d226-4025-a6e2-613df9cdfca9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KYOTO Tea Ceremony with kimono near by Imamiya Jinjya Shrine $96 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-tea-ceremony-with-kimono-near-by-imamiya-jinjya-shrine.a1219871.activity-details) ![Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50487169/2a7d0c13-0240-4242-adc4-d3fb4828119d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Japan: Kansai Nara Kyoto Day Tour $56 per traveler **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/japan-kansai-nara-kyoto-day-tour.a50487169.activity-details) ![Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Couple Plan Kimono Yukata Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46438245/7991ab34-1e37-4a29-9ffa-51b8f080b39c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyoto Kimono Rental mimosa Couple Plan Kimono Yukata Rental $64 per traveler **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kyoto-kimono-rental-mimosa-couple-plan-kimono-yukata-rental.a46438245.activity-details) [See all activities in Otsu](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Otsu.d179215.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Ogoto Hotel Deals ![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/9d8a8a3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs 491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto $86 nightly $95 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. 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