Lake Biwa ট্যুর

Effy was amazing same with the bus driver. Every pitstop was amazing. I was nervous about the height going up on the gondola but up the top was so worth it. Everything was great sight seeing along the way also, wish I could upload more pics.

Here's an honest and straightforward review of three major attractions in Shiga Prefecture: Shirahige Shrine, Biwako Terrace, and La Collina Omihachiman. 1. Shirahige Shrine Perhaps my expectations were too high, but I left feeling a bit disappointed. The torii gate in the water is located across the road, making it dangerous to cross and difficult to appreciate properly from a distance. The shrine itself doesn't offer much to see, so it's best suited as a quick stop. 2. Biwako Terrace This was definitely the highlight of my trip. The panoramic view of Lake Biwa from the terrace cafe was truly spectacular, and I was most satisfied with being able to relax amidst the expansive scenery. 3. La Collina Omihachiman It was so crowded that it was hard to leisurely soak in the unique atmosphere. The signature dessert, the confectionery, also tends to be a hit or miss in terms of taste. However, the grass-roofed buildings and the garden views were beautiful, making it an excellent spot for taking photos.

Last time, I visited Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, so this time I went to places I hadn't seen before. It was just before a long holiday, so there weren't many people, and it was wonderfully peaceful and quiet! When you actually see it, it's not so much 'Wow, that's amazing!' but rather beautiful scenery, the path you walk while admiring that scenery, various photos taken at photo spots, and an unexpected seagull zoo feeding (making eye contact with seagulls and hawks). I didn't have high expectations, but it was fun! The only downside is that the travel time is a bit long if you depart from Osaka! However, our guide, MICA, explained many things about Japan so well and took such beautiful photos that I even changed my KakaoTalk profile picture for the first time in a while! 😄

During our trip to Japan, we stayed in Kyoto. My husband and I wanted to visit Lake Biwa, but since we were traveling independently, we opted for a convenient one-day tour. It was great not having to worry about transportation, and our tour guide was very professional, able to switch between Chinese, Japanese, and English.

ট্যুর গাইড রিচার্ড খুবই সহায়ক এবং প্রতিক্রিয়াশীল ছিলেন। ট্যুরটিতে আমানোহাশিদাতে-এর সুন্দর দৃশ্য অন্তর্ভুক্ত ছিল। চেয়ারলিফ্ট এবং স্কাই সাইকেল আমানোহাশিদাতে ভিউল্যান্ডে একটি পরাবাস্তব অভিজ্ঞতা ছিল। ইনে বে-তে সিগাল এবং কাইটদের খাওয়ানোর জন্য নৌকা ভ্রমণ একটি মজার অভিজ্ঞতা ছিল।

It was truly a delightful day trip. The large tour bus was clean and comfortable, and the driver handled it smoothly and steadily. Of course, the most important thing was meeting an excellent tour guide, Xiao Du. He could explain and communicate in three different languages, which was superb! He was gentle, meticulous, and very attentive. He even gave us a bonus (a recommendation for a hidden gem), which added even more color to an already rich itinerary. I'm incredibly grateful. Thumbs up, thumbs up, thumbs up!

The day before the one-day tour, we received an email from our tour guide, Sun Jiaxue (Yuki), detailing the itinerary, important notes, meeting point, and contact information. Since there were about 20 people in our group, we traveled by large bus. At the start of the one-day tour and just before reaching our destination, our guide Yuki provided detailed explanations and important information. She also used Line to send reminders about the itinerary and pickup locations. Itinerary Stop 1: Miho Museum - I.M. Pei's Utopia. Anyone studying architecture must experience the master's architectural design and its integration with the environment. Lunch was at our own expense; the rice balls and Miho tofu at the ticket center's restaurant are worth trying. (Photos 1-3) Itinerary Stop 2: Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei - This is the head shrine for over 3,800 Hie, Hiyoshi, and Sanno shrines across Japan, known for monkeys serving as messengers of the gods. (Photo 4) Itinerary Stop 3: Shirahige Shrine and Water Torii Gate on Lake Biwa - A legendary spot said to be closest to the gods. (Photos 5-6) Many thanks to our tour guide Yuki and the driver for their excellent service on today's one-day tour. Our family of four had a truly enriching experience.

মিহো মিউজিয়ামটি সত্যিই অসাধারণ। একটি সংস্থা নান্দনিকতার প্রচার ও প্রসারের জন্য এত প্রচেষ্টা করতে পারে, যা সত্যিই প্রশংসার যোগ্য: প্রদর্শনী সামগ্রীর সংগ্রহ থেকে শুরু করে প্রদর্শন এবং মিউজিয়ামের নির্মাণ পর্যন্ত, এখানে আসা পর্যটকরা একটি প্রত্যন্ত পাহাড়ি কোণে শূন্য থেকে গড়ে ওঠা এই স্থাপত্যের মাস্টারপিস দেখে নিঃসন্দেহে মুগ্ধ ও বিস্মিত হবেন। প্রাচীন বাঁশের বাগান ঘেরা উঠোনটি ছোট হলেও খুব সুন্দর। বর্ণনা অনুযায়ী, এটি প্রাচীন এনরিয়াকুজি মন্দিরের সন্ন্যাসীদের সাধনালয় ছিল। উঠোনের দিকে তাকিয়ে চা পান করা বেশ আরামদায়ক ও প্রশান্তিদায়ক। আবহাওয়া ভালো থাকলে শিরাহিগি শ্রাইন-এর ছবি খুব সুন্দর আসে এবং এর ওমামোর (পবিত্র তাবিজ) নকশাও খুব সুন্দর। সারাদিনের ভ্রমণ শেষে বরং খুব স্বস্তিদায়ক ও শান্ত অনুভব করছিলাম।

Nick introduced the attractions and Japanese culture during the car ride. The trip went smoothly, and although the weather in July was very hot, the Miho Museum was still well worth visiting. It offers different scenery in different seasons and is truly an ideal paradise!