Keihan Otsukyo Station × Accommodation For Enjoying Autumn FlavorsRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

The city of Otsu, located in the heart of Japan, has inspired countless poets and travelers with its romantic allure since the Manyo era. Standing gracefully along the shores of Lake Biwa, a symbol of Otsu, is the Biwako Otsu Prince Hotel, a 38-story skyscraper featuring the "Oumi" convention hall, one of the largest in Japan. Designed by Kenzo Tange, a renowned architect who was among the first Japanese to gain global recognition, the hotel offers 529 guest rooms, all facing Lake Biwa. Guests can enjoy a relaxing stay while admiring the ever-changing seasonal beauty of the lake's surface.

Located on the expansive grounds of Mount Nagara's hillside in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, is Enryakuji Temple (Miidera), boasting a 1,300-year history. Since the Heian period, it has been regarded as one of the four great temples alongside Todai-ji, Kofuku-ji, and Enryaku-ji. The temple holds 64 national treasures and 720 important cultural properties and has historical ties with notable warlords such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Mouri Terumoto. Within the grounds of Miidera stands "Myogon-in," a structure with over 400 years of history that has recently served an essential role as a monk's quarters. Now available for use as accommodation for one group per day only. This private space offers exclusive use of an entire building along with opportunities for training or various experiences. ・Land area: Approximately 807 sqm (including Japanese garden and gazebo) ・Facility: 3LDK + Buddhist room (approximately 176.16 sqm)

Just 5 minutes by train from JR Kyoto Station or Otsu Station, yet quiet and uncrowded! Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk via an underground passage from JR, Keihan, and Kyoto Municipal Subway Yamashina Station. The interior features a design inspired by Kyoto's artistic heritage and the Western-style architecture of the Taisho era, with a lobby themed around "Kyoto & Taisho Romance," offering a unique perspective on Kyoto. Breakfast is served in a buffet style with Japanese and Western dishes prepared using locally sourced ingredients from Kyoto and Shiga, crafted by our proud chefs. The Facility also includes women-only bathing areas and banquet halls. Easily accessible to attractions such as Bishamondo Temple, the World Heritage sites of Daigoji Temple and Byodoin Temple, making it an ideal base for exploring not only Kyoto but also Shiga and Nara. Make Hotel Sanraku Yamashina your base to enjoy an unforgettable journey through the rich history of Kyoto!