Title: Visit Shiga Prefecture: 2026 Travel Guide for Shiga Prefecture, Japan | Expedia.com

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# Shiga Prefecture

## Japan

![Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/d7f3b590-1c18-4d2d-b8c0-470e4bd16f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ishiyamadera Temple featuring heritage elements and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/d7f3b590-1c18-4d2d-b8c0-470e4bd16f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ishiyamadera Temple which includes a garden and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771846/152eea0b-3a1e-44ea-8f4b-84c29845934a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Kyu Chikurinin Garden which includes heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532771939/b0bb729a-8a46-41d6-a870-9822dfc5c53c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Mii-dera featuring railway items, a river or creek and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532772153/60814cbd-6b4a-4b7a-aca0-2680c293160c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

### Popular cities in Shiga Prefecture

[Otsu

Known for Lakes, Hot springs and Culture

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Spectacular temples, superb art museums, beaches, hot spring hotels and ski resorts sit between striking mountains and Japan’s largest lake.

## Reasons to visit

- Biwako Valley Ski Resort
- Biwako Valley
- Mount Hiei

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[Kusatsu

Known for Friendly people, Budget and Family-friendly

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Trip time! Discover the parks and local cuisine in upscale Kusatsu. 

## Reasons to visit

- Aeon Mall Kusatsu

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[Hikone

Known for Castle, Historical and Temples

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Experience the castle, history, and gardens in Hikone! 

## Reasons to visit

- Hikone Castle

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[Takashima

Known for Lakes, Biking and Theme parks

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Experience the lake views, theme park, and beaches in Takashima! 

## Reasons to visit

- Shirahige Shrine

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[Nagahama

Known for Temples, Castle and Festivals

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Escape to Nagahama! Enjoy its temples, castle, and history. 

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[Moriyama

Known for Romantic, Relaxing and Secluded

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Get away to relaxing Moriyama! Enjoy the zoo, culture, and entertainment. 

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## Cities in Shiga Prefecture

![Lake Biwa Canal featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635023365943/14a15aaf-3957-4862-b763-169a633ae883.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Otsu

Spectacular temples, superb art museums, beaches, hot spring hotels and ski resorts sit between striking mountains and Japan’s largest lake.

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