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Tours • From Osaka

Lake Biwa, Shirahige Shrine, La Collina Omihachiman & Mangetsu-ji Ukimido One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(54) • 500+ booked
AUD 52.70
Save AUD 22.60
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Tours • From Osaka

Osaka's 4 Major Attractions: Lake Biwa & La Collina Day Trip

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(730) • 8K+ booked
AUD 85.35
Save AUD 85.30
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Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine and Observation Deck / Kyoto Arashiyama Sanzen-in Temple and Omihachiman One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(178) • 1K+ booked
AUD 85.35
Save AUD 36.54
Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine & Miho Museum & Former Chikurin-in Temple Day Trip | Departing from Osaka/Kyoto

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.3 / 5
(318) • 4K+ booked
AUD 90.49
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Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Osaka and Kyoto Biwako and La Collina Full-Day Guided Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(74) • 700+ booked
AUD 60.39
Save AUD 25.86
Tours • From Osaka

Miho Museum & Old Chikurin-in & Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei & Lake Biwa-Shirahige Shrine One-Day Tour (Osaka/Kyoto pick-up and drop-off available)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.9 / 5
(14) • 100+ booked
AUD 105.35
Outdoor & sports activities • From Osaka

Hakodateyama Ski Resort Beginner Lesson & Snow Fun from Osaka

Beginner-friendly
English guided
Morning departure
4.6 / 5
(803) • 10K+ booked
AUD 64.69
Save AUD 27.70
Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

[Shiga In-depth Tour] Miho Museum, Old Bamboo Forest Garden or Hieisan Shrine, Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine Water Torii Gate (Roundtrip from Osaka / Kyoto)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(60) • 500+ booked
AUD 96.15
Save AUD 41.20
Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Lake Biwa Secret Scenery Pilgrimage Day Trip丨Shirazu Shrine, Observation Deck/Sanzen-in Temple, Floating Temple, La Collina

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Instant confirmation
4.8 / 5
(10) • 100+ booked
AUD 77.39
Save AUD 33.16
AUD 234.09
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Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Biwako & Sanzen-in Full-Day Cultural Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(16) • 100+ booked
AUD 85.35
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Tours • From Kyoto

Hakodateyama Ski Resort Day Tour from Kyoto

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.3 / 5
(16) • 500+ booked
AUD 91.55
Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka

Shiga Lake Biwa Day Trip | Lake Biwa Observation Deck / Kyoto Sanzen-in Temple & Shirahige Shrine & La Collina Omihachiman

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(5)
AUD 83.25
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Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Lake Biwa Scenic Day Trip: Valley Observation Deck & Shirahige Shrine Water Torii Gate (Departing from Kansai)

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.5 / 5
(71) • 900+ booked
AUD 88.45
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Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka, Takashima

Hakodateyama Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.3 / 5
(42) • 1K+ booked
AUD 91.55
Tours • From Kyoto

Kyoto 4 Shiga Attractions Full-Day Private Charter Tour

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
AUD 624.29
Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Hachiman-bori & Metasequoia Full-Day Autumn Tour with Shirahige Shrine

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
AUD 88.45
Save AUD 37.90
Tours • From Osaka

Biwako Hakodateyama Ski Resort One-day Ski Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
AUD 82.29
Save AUD 20.56
Outdoor & sports activities • From Osaka

Kansai Hakodateyama Ski Resort Day Trip from Osaka | Private Ski Instructor

Morning departure
7+ hrs
Free cancellation
New Activity
AUD 186.60
Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Osaka & Kyoto Full-Day Lake Biwa Shrine & La Collina Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
AUD 117.05
Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Winter Snow Play & Hot Spring Small Group Day Tour

Free cancellation
New Activity
AUD 156.09
Outdoor & sports activities • From Osaka

Departure from Osaka - Hakodateyama Ski Resort Full-Day Ski Instructor Experience

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
AUD 294.05
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Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka

Lake Biwa Customizable One Day Charter Car Trip from Kyoto/Osaka

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Private tour
Private group
AUD 832.35
Tours • From Otsu

Lake Biwa Ski & Shirahige Shrine 1-Day Small Group Tour

Free cancellation
New Activity
AUD 135.70

Reviews of Takashima activities

Klook 用戶
2026-08-05 02:24:45
Fantastic 5.0
I was very fortunate to have Abu as my tour guide this time; he was truly exceptional. In addition to providing detailed explanations of the attractions along the way, he also shared a lot of Japanese culture and historical background, making the entire trip very enriching. He took great care of every group of guests, and even as a solo traveler like myself, I never felt overlooked, which was very reassuring. During the trip, a small incident occurred: a vending machine in a tourist area took my money when I tried to buy water. At the time, we were in a hurry to catch a cable car, so Abu quickly decided not to delay the itinerary and told me he would accompany me to the service center to handle it later. Due to the language barrier, when I explained my situation to the service staff, they didn't fully understand at first and asked for clarification multiple times. Fortunately, Abu was there to help translate and explain. Although the back-and-forth communication took some time, we eventually managed to get a refund. Not only is he a professional guide, but he also proactively assists and patiently handles unexpected situations for travelers, which I truly appreciate. I highly recommend Abu and hope to join another one of his tours in the future!
Klook User
2026-10-29 07:28:18
Fantastic 5.0
Our tour guide Effy was amazing! She had a lot of knowledge of the area and great maps of each area. The views and food were amazing. I definitely recommend this tour. Don’t forget to take yen with you.
Luciana ***********
2026-10-05 07:17:48
Fantastic 5.0
It was my first experience with klook and I couldn't be happier. Even if it was rainy the whole day, we could enjoy the itinerary as described thanks to Effy. She was amazing, she explained everything and was always ready to answer other questions and doubts. I would totally recommend 🌱
Klook 用戶
2026-05-26 03:42:09
Fantastic 5.0
This was my first time joining a KLOOK one-day tour, and from the start, I was impressed by our guide Liu Du's professionalism. He seamlessly switched between Chinese, English, and Japanese for the tour commentary (speaking with a gentle and refined local charm). Throughout the trip, he was very attentive and caring towards the group members, providing detailed explanations. He was also very clear about pick-up/drop-off points and time management. At the Lake Biwa observation deck, he recommended we take the second cable car up to the very top to enjoy 360-degree views, and also suggested trying Omi beef steak, among other things. All of these experiences left us with wonderful memories of Kyoto. Thank you, Liu Du, and thank you, KLOOK, for such a fantastic tour. We look forward to seeing you again next time!
CHIAO ********
2026-10-16 11:18:50
Fantastic 5.0
Tour guide Zhang Yanjin was extremely nice 👍 He drove smoothly, provided just the right amount of information, and kindly answered all our questions. I felt the time allocated for each stop was well planned. Also, thank you to all the fellow travelers who joined today—even though there were only 8 of us, everyone was quite punctual! ✅ I recommend renting an audio guide at Miho Museum ✅ (The last photo of Shirahige Shrine was edited because of bad weather 🤣)
Klook User
2026-10-24 03:39:08
Fantastic 5.0
Wonderful day trip to the Miho Museum Our bus trip to the Miho Museum was one of the highlights of our time in Kyoto. Kangfu was both our driver and our guide, and he did a great job at both. He drove safely and comfortably, and he made the day easy and enjoyable from start to finish. The itinerary was perfect: not too long, not too short. We had enough time to enjoy the museum without feeling rushed, and we were back without being worn out. Thank you, Kangfu, for a memorable day. We'd happily recommend this trip to anyone visiting Kyoto.
Klook 用戶
2026-10-19 06:19:28
Fantastic 5.0
This tour does not include the Biwako Valley ropeway tickets, but you can buy them on Klook, which is cheaper than buying them on-site. If you choose to board at Kyoto Station and get off at Osaka Station, your luggage can be stored on the tour bus. Look for staff wearing yellow vests with "gogoday" to check in. There are many tour groups on the same day, but overall the itinerary is very good and highly recommended. 08:00 Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi Store 09:20 Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi Tourist Bus Parking Lot 10:20 (Stop for 30 min) Shirahige Shrine 11:30 (Stop for 3 hours) Biwako Terrace 15:30 (Stop for 1 hour) La Collina Omihachiman 16:30 Scheduled return departure 17:40 Kyoto Station Hachijo-guchi Tourist Bus Parking Lot 18:40 Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi Store
Hsieh *********
2026-08-26 14:08:37
Fantastic 5.0
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.
Kwok *****
2026-09-25 15:05:01
Fantastic 5.0
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 👍🏻

Takashima at a glance

When is the busiest time for things to do in Takashima?

Based on when travelers book attractions & activities

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Busiest 282
Jan
151
Feb
94
Mar
113
Apr
147
May
100
Jun
Quietest 11
Jul
20
Aug
16
Sep
33
Oct
47
Nov
190
Dec

Bookings from travellers from Australia spike in January — typically around 182% above a typical month — while July is much quieter, typically around 89% below a typical month; expect strong competition for seats and tours in January. Based on Klook historical booking data.

How much do Takashima activities cost?

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Typical range Typical price
Tours
AUD79 AUD143 AUD81
Outdoor & sports activities
AUD146 AUD276 AUD270
AUD0 AUD100 AUD200

The easiest way in is typically around AUD 81 with Tours, while Outdoor & sports activities sit at the upper end (typically around AUD 270) and show the widest choice, with prices varying by around AUD 130. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

2 daysLast-minute
8 daysTypical
20 daysEarly

Travellers typically book activities about 8 days ahead, which suggests reasonable flexibility; however, during January peak demand you may still want to book sooner. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

What to know before visiting Takashima

What to expect in Takashima

The things-to-do catalogue here is led by Tours and Outdoor & sports activities, so you’ll find both guided local tours and more active outdoor options for different trip styles. That spread means Takashima works for travellers who want easy, organised sightseeing as well as those seeking athletic or nature-focused experiences. Demand peaks in January and is quietest in July, so expect far stronger booking activity around January and much lighter availability in July.

How to choose what to book

The main decision is whether you prefer organised sightseeing or active outdoor experiences — Tours are the most affordable way in, typically around AUD 81, and suit travellers who want hassle-free, guided visits. Outdoor options offer the widest range and the highest typical price, typically around AUD 270, so they suit people looking for higher-end or specialised activities and have more variation by operator and intensity.

If you’re filling gaps in an itinerary, Tours are the most affordable way in and are good for straightforward sightseeing. For a broader set of choices across price and style, Outdoor & sports activities show a wide usual range from AUD 146 to AUD 276, so shopping around can make a real difference.

When travellers from Australia book

Most travellers tend to book about 8 days ahead, while the earliest planners book roughly 20 days out, so plan on booking around a week in advance as a practical rule of thumb. That cushion matters most in January, when demand peaks and earlier booking gives you more choice.

How prices compare across categories

The table below shows how Takashima’s top categories compare on price so you can place a budget before choosing.

Category Typical Price Usual Range
Tours AUD 81 AUD 79 – 143
Outdoor & sports activities AUD 270 AUD 146 – 276

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

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