Ócu Jednodenní výlety

S manželem jsme si tento celodenní výlet s průvodcem do Šigy moc užili! Naše průvodkyně Effy byla velmi informovaná a po celý den nás informovala o harmonogramu. Autobus byl čistý a pohodlný a řidič busu odvedl skvělou práci také při řízení. Všechna místa, která jsme navštívili, byla krásná a velmi malebná. Rozhodně doporučujeme zařadit do vašeho výletu po Japonsku.

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.

Již den před jednodenním výletem jsme obdrželi e-mail od průvodkyně Sun Jiasueh (Yuki) s podrobným itinerářem, pokyny, místem srazu a kontaktními údaji. Vzhledem k tomu, že tato skupina měla asi 20 lidí, jeli jsme tentokrát velkým autobusem. Na začátku výletu a krátce před příjezdem do cíle nám průvodkyně Yuki vše podrobně vysvětlila a upozornila nás na důležité věci, přičemž nás přes aplikaci Line neustále informovala o detailech programu a místech nástupu. 1. zastávka: Muzeum Miho – architektonická utopie I. M. Peie. Každý, kdo studuje architekturu, musí na vlastní kůži zažít mistrovo propojení architektonického designu s okolní přírodou. Oběd byl individuální, přičemž rýžové kuličky a tofu v restauraci u pokladny rozhodně stojí za ochutnání (fotografie 1–3). 2. zastávka: Svatyně Hieši na hoře Hijei – hlavní svatyně všech více než 3 800 svatyní Hiedži, Hijei a Sannō v Japonsku, známá svými opicemi jako božími posly (fotografie 4). 3. zastávka: Svatyně Širahige u jezera Biwa a její plovoucí torii brána – legenda nejbližší bohům (fotografie 5–6). Děkujeme průvodkyni Yuki a panu řidiči za dnešní služby, díky kterým si naše čtyřčlenná rodina odnesla spoustu skvělých zážitků.

V Himeji a Kóbe jsme si to skvěle užili! Atmosféra byla tak klidná… pomalá, tichá a vyrovnaná. Pan Cao je skvělý řidič! Je velmi vstřícný, přátelský a organizovaný, což celou cestu ještě zpříjemnilo. Celkově to byl úžasný zážitek! ✨

The Miho Museum is truly stunning. It's remarkable how much effort an organization can put into promoting and disseminating aesthetics, from collecting and displaying exhibits to constructing the museum itself. Visitors to this secluded mountain location will undoubtedly be awestruck and impressed by this architectural masterpiece that rose from nothing. The quaint Bamboo Forest Garden is charming and compact. According to the introduction, it was once a training dormitory for monks from Enryaku-ji Temple. Enjoying matcha while gazing at the garden is quite therapeutic and relaxing. Shirahige Shrine, especially on a clear day, offers beautiful photo opportunities, and its omamori (charms) are also lovely. After a full day of sightseeing, I actually felt incredibly relaxed and peaceful.

Během naší cesty do Japonska jsme bydleli v Kjótu a s manželem jsme chtěli navštívit jezero Biwa. Protože jsme cestovali individuálně, rozhodli jsme se pro jednodenní výlet, což bylo velmi pohodlné, protože jsme se nemuseli starat o dopravu. Průvodce byl velmi profesionální a dokázal plynule přepínat mezi čínštinou, japonštinou a angličtinou.

We had a wonderful experience with our private car charter in Kyoto! A special thank you to our driver, Aki, who was incredibly kind, patient, and accommodating throughout our very long day. The car was immaculately clean, luxurious, spacious, and extremely comfortable, which made traveling around Kyoto throughout the day so enjoyable. Aki never made us feel rushed and allowed us to truly enjoy each stop and take in the beauty of Kyoto. More than just transportation, Aki helped make our day an experience filled with wonderful memories that we will treasure from our visit to Japan. His kindness, patience, and professionalism made such a difference. We are incredibly grateful and would highly recommend this private car charter—and especially Aki—to anyone visiting Kyoto! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Our tour guide was Ms. Effy Ya-fei, who speaks Mandarin, English, and Japanese. She was very patient with our questions, and her communication was clear and well-organized. She thoughtfully sent an email before departure with her contact information, and on the day of the tour, she kept us updated via a messaging app group. Before arriving at each attraction, she would give us helpful tips on what to look out for. We were all very satisfied with the arrangements 👍🏻

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.