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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.

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.

Gràcies a la guia Xiaoyu, va ser molt, molt útil. Els voltants del llac Biwa són ideals per gaudir amb calma; si és la primera vegada que hi aneu amb un grup, podeu visitar els llocs més destacats. Abans de pujar al cim del mont Biwa, prepareu una jaqueta gruixuda i prou diners en efectiu. El paisatge del cim és com un paradís terrenal, però fa molt fred a dalt. Els turistes acostumats a pagar amb Alipay a tot arreu a les grans ciutats, tant en taxis com en metro, haurien de portar diners en efectiu per als llocs menys concorreguts (jo vaig canviar diners amb la guia). El bo del Japó és que no et demanen propines exorbitants com als Estats Units, ni et forcen a comprar coses com a casa. Són molt professionals i respectuosos.

The driver was excellent and drove very safely. From start to finish, the trip felt like being guided by a friend. He took care of my family and me meticulously. The car was clean, and the itinerary was comfortably and appropriately arranged. Five-star rating!

Ens ho vam passar molt bé a Himeji i Kobe! L'ambient era tan tranquil... lent, calmat i serè. El senyor Cao és un gran conductor! És molt accessible, amable i organitzat, cosa que va fer que tot el viatge fos encara més agradable. En general, va ser una experiència meravellosa! ✨

El Museu Miho és realment impressionant; és increïble veure quant d'esforç pot fer una organització per mantenir i promoure l'estètica: des de la col·lecció i exhibició de les peces fins a la construcció del museu. Els viatgers que hi arriben, en un racó remot de la muntanya, senten com una obra mestra arquitectònica s'ha creat del no-res, i no poden evitar sentir-se meravellats i admirats. El rústic jardí de bambú és petit i encantador; segons la descripció, era un antic dormitori per als monjos del temple Enryaku-ji. Contemplar el jardí mentre es pren matcha és bastant terapèutic i relaxant. El Santuari Shirahige, amb bon temps, és preciós per fer fotos, i els seus amulets també són molt bonics. Després d'un dia sencer de visites, em vaig sentir molt relaxat i tranquil.

The travel distance was a bit long, but the attraction itself was beautiful, making it well worth it. The cable car was a bit expensive, but still recommended. As for the tour guide, they were a bit disorganized; they actually lost a group member's cable car ticket and then went around asking if anyone had an extra. Their ticket management skills could definitely be improved.

We went in the ski park/resort on March 4 and it was snowing going up to the park. it was a great experience. This trip is just a simple transporation from osaka to biwako valley admission entrance then going back. you have to purchase for the admission with transport going up to the park by riding through the ropeway. Our driver was thoughtful and sends messages and updates thru our provided contacts. no talking in the van. just a direct to the point access. good for introverts as nothing much to talk to when going to the attraction. There are full gear rentals in the entrance with coin lockers and changing rooms. you can also rent at the top if you want. The park has restaurants and rental shope every spot if you plan to go further via the ski lifts. Just keep your entrance card always with you to access the ski lifts going to the parks main spots/buildings if you dont want to walk far also it will be used to go back to the main entrance below via the ropeway so don’t lose your card.