ようこそ高島へ

Hospitality of people and nature.  
~Welcome to Takashima!~

Takashima City, located at the north-western edge of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, is a treasure trove of natural wonders surrounded by forests,
villages and of course the lake. Since ancient times, the city has been a busy transportation hub connecting the old capitals of Kyoto and Nara with the Hokuriku region. The main land transportation routes were the Nishi-Omiji highway, which runs beside the lake at the foot of Mount Hiei and Hira, and the Wakasa highway, also known as the Saba-kaido Road because it was used to transport salted mackerel ("saba") to Kyoto. Takashima thus prospered as both an inn town and a port for trade with the Otsu region.
Lake Biwa together with its surroundings have been recognized as a Japan Heritage Site. In addition to the natural attractions, Takashima itself boasts three designated important cultural landscapes, while the Shirahige and Shikobuchi shrines have been nominated as heritage sites.

Four seasons of color.
Takashima boasts a wealth of natural wonders.

Omi's oldest major shrine

Shirahige-jinja Shrine

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Avenue of Metasequoias

A boat cruise to see the glorious cherry blossoms

The cherry blossoms of Kaizu Osaki

Enjoy the pure spring water and engage with the locals

Harie Shozu no Sato

Cruise leaving from Imazu Port

Chikubu Island Cruise

Journey for Japanese cultural heritage and scenery

Best walks around town

Enjoying the great outdoors in Takashima

Outdoor activities

Takashima, home of artisans

Traditional crafts

Brewery town Takashima

Sake breweries

Fruit picking in season

Harvest experience

The mystery fruit Adoberry

Adoberry