Around Wani Beach Swimming Area × Ranking Of Accommodation With Signature Seafood CuisineRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Near the renowned temple Sanzen-in in Rakuhoku, Kyoto, stands the traditional Onsen property Ohara Yumoto Shunmi Kusai Oyado Serio. Warmly welcoming travelers in every season.

Ryokan "Ogoto Onsen Yumotokan" located in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, by the shores of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a tour of the four different onsen within the property, and we offer various accommodation plans and day-use plans. Please relax while gazing at Lake Biwa.

An auberge nestled in the forest at the foot of the Hira Mountains, close to Lake Biwa. With the themes of “the luxury of doing nothing” and “a secluded Accommodation,” we serve satoyama Italian cuisine born from fresh lake seafood and the rich bounty of the mountains. Set on a 500-tsubo property, we welcome only six parties per day. Each room is spacious and distinctive, created for moments of quiet serenity. In 2023, young chef Takuro Ishizuka—born and raised here at the foot of the Hira Mountains—joined us. Drawing on his experience discovering exceptional ingredients across Japan and blending them with Japanese cuisine and Mediterranean influences, he is now bringing his expression to Shiga.

A lakeside Accommodation with the nostalgic warmth of wood and earth, heartfelt hospitality, and gentle lighting. Enjoy kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal local ingredients. Dog-friendly rooms are also popular, including guest rooms with a private open-air Onsen bath for pets. We also recommend the terrace lounge with complimentary drinks and the dog run.

An Onsen Ryokan perched on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa, with the added convenience of being just about 20 minutes from Kyoto. Our top recommendation is a guest room with an open-air bath and sweeping views of Lake Biwa. Enjoy a blissful soak in a variety of tubs, including glossy enamel-style baths, wooden baths filled with the scent of timber, and gently rounded ceramic baths. In addition, the new Facility “Wayu Yamaboshi” has opened, offering easy ways to experience Japanese games and culture. This hands-on space blends tradition with fun to make your trip even more memorable.

Nestled in the majestic natural surroundings of Lake Biwa and the Hira Mountains, "The Grand Resort Omi-Maiko" offers a perfect location to experience the changing seasons—cherry blossoms in spring, lake activities in summer, autumn foliage, and snowy landscapes in winter. Savor exquisite kaiseki cuisine featuring seasonal delicacies such as Omi beef steak or shabu-shabu, along with ayu fish, hamo eel, and matsutake mushrooms. Relax your travel-weary body in our large public bath with an open-air onsen and sauna. Afterward, enjoy a serene evening surrounded by breathtaking views of sunsets and starry skies while staying at our pet-friendly villas. Cherish unforgettable moments with your loved ones to your heart's content.

[Review Rating 4.8] Reopened after renovation in July 2024! A quiet retreat with the majestic Hira Mountain Range behind you and sweeping views of Lake Biwa right before your eyes. Our highly acclaimed kaiseki cuisine is carefully crafted dish by dish, featuring blessings from the land of Hira’s famed pure waters, delicacies from Lake Biwa, and carefully selected seafood delivered directly from nearby waters. Guest rooms on the Lake Biwa side offer breathtaking lake views. The large public bath with radium ore water includes a sauna, and two private baths are available free of charge at any time.