Time zone
GMT +09:00
No time difference
Currency
Japanese Yen
1TWD = 5.05JPY
Official languages
Japanese
Best time to visit
APR - MAY
Spring blossoms and comfortable weather for city tours.
Recommended trip duration
1 days
Top things to do in Takashima
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Osaka's 4 Major Attractions: Lake Biwa & La Collina Day Trip
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English guided
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NT$ 1,307
Lake Biwa, Shirahige Shrine, La Collina Omihachiman & Mangetsu-ji Ukimido One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)
English guided
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NT$ 1,645
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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NT$ 1,307
[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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NT$ 2,104
Hakodateyama Ski Resort Beginner Lesson & Snow Fun from Osaka
Beginner-friendly
English guided
Morning departure
7+ hrs
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NT$ 1,302
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Osaka Biwako & Sanzen-in Full-Day Cultural Tour
English guided
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NT$ 1,307
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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NT$ 2,005
Osaka and Kyoto Biwako and La Collina Full-Day Guided Tour
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NT$ 1,307
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Lake Biwa Scenic Day Tour: Biwako Valley Observation Deck & Shirahige Shrine Floating Torii Gate (Departing from Kansai)
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NT$ 1,684
Lake Biwa Secret Scenery Pilgrimage Day Trip丨Shirazu Shrine, Observation Deck/Sanzen-in Temple, Floating Temple, La Collina
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NT$ 2,104
Biwako Hakodateyama Ski Resort One-day Ski Tour
English guided
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NT$ 1,957
Kansai's Largest: Okuibuki Ski Resort Day Tour from Osaka (Includes Lift Ticket & Optional Gear Rental)
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NT$ 3,565
Hotels in Takashima
Okubiwako Makino Grand Park Hotel
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NT$ 3,338
Racine Home Harie
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NT$ 6,155
PEACE OF REST TAKASHIMA
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NT$ 9,585
Shiga Biwa Lake Shanshui House
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NT$ 1,348
Villa Dogika TAKASHIMA
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NT$ 7,038
IZA takashima minato
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NT$ 21,609
Kazayui
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NT$ 4,000
Villa Sansui
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NT$ 3,868
Ebisusou
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NT$ 1,877
Grand Park Hotel Okubiwako Makino
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NT$ 3,320
Imazu Sun Bridge Hotel
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NT$ 3,141
Forest Villa Yumesuzu
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NT$ 3,960
Reviews of Takashima activities
Klook用戶
2026-07-01 08:46:16
Floating Shirahige Shrine Torii Gate and Mangetsu-ji Ukimido floating on Lake Biwa are quite unique and beautiful. La Collina's grass-roof pavilion in Omihachiman also has a bit fairytale-like feel, and her Baumkuchen is worth trying.
The only downside was that after several days of heavy rain, the Biwako Valley Ropeway we were supposed to take was under maintenance, so we went to Sanzen-in Monzeki instead. Fortunately, the temple was tranquil and a good place to purify the mind
The guide, Mr Roman, was a courteous, thoughtful, and responsible person. He kept accurate time management, provided brief introductions and reminders before reaching each attraction, and thoughtfully catered to the needs of every member of the group.
It was a valuable experience.
Connie ****
2026-06-02 15:18:48
Great weather all day. Got to see some beautiful sights, though if I'd known Biwako Valley would be so cold up there, I would've brought my jacket. Anyways thank you for being patient with me. seemed like I was the naughty one in this group tour😅and I really appreciate the guide Peter for taking photos, it meant a lot to us which is why I give 5 stars. 很好的天气，也看到了一些美丽的景色。还有很感谢导游Peter帮我们拍照，真的很高兴。
클룩 회원
2026-02-19 14:58:05
This is a meaningful tour that visits four locations: Shirahige Shrine, Sanzen-in Temple, Mangetsuji Temple, and La Collina. I chose it to see Shiga Prefecture, a lesser-known area in the Kinki region, and I was happy to see the large and magnificent Lake Biwa. Sanzen-in Temple, which was included as a substitute for the Lake Biwa Observatory in the winter season, was unfortunately a temple located in Kyoto Prefecture. Personally, I think it would be better if the schedule only included Shiga Prefecture's attractions, excluding Sanzen-in Temple. It seems like the Shiga Prefecture tour needs an image upgrade. Unfortunately, due to the old bus (18 seats) being fully booked with no empty seats, you have to endure the discomfort of a long journey if you end up in a bad seat.
TSENG ********
2026-04-14 12:29:39
Our tour guide, Mia, was incredibly kind and thoughtful, and her explanations in both English and Chinese were excellent. She's a five-star guide! The Miho Museum is definitely worth visiting, and it was absolutely stunning during cherry blossom season. We were also very lucky to encounter a festival when we visited Chikurin-in Temple, and the torii gate on Lake Biwa was beautiful as well.
Klook客路用户
2026-04-07 09:51:14
Many thanks to our guide, Xiaoyu, who was incredibly helpful. The area around Lake Biwa is perfect for a leisurely exploration, and first-time visitors on a tour can hit the major attractions. Be sure to bring a thick jacket and enough cash before heading up to the top of Mount Biwa. The view from the summit is like a fairyland, but it's also very cold up there. Tourists accustomed to using Alipay everywhere in big cities for taxis and subways might be spoiled, but it's still a good idea to have some cash when visiting less-traveled spots. I exchanged money with our guide on the spot. Fortunately, Japan doesn't constantly demand exorbitant tips like in the US, nor does it pressure you into buying things excessively like in some other countries. It's very professional and well-regulated.
Klook 用戶
2026-01-27 10:01:28
Our tour guide, Xiao Liu, was very attentive and took care of everyone. He also explained the cultural background on the bus. This one-day tour was really great, no need to rush around every day with a typical tour group. I'll definitely join this type of activity again when I come to Japan in the future. The only downside was that it snowed too much 😅
Klook User
2026-06-07 08:23:45
Naomi was a great tour guide, she was very kind and welcoming. She explained each landmark very well and even recommended other attractions and sites to see in Kyoto. The tour was very timely and Naomi and the driver were able to make the tour work even with the rain going on. This is a great option for people who want to visit all of these locations without having to worry about public transportation.
Lai *******
2026-02-17 07:07:58
Casper is amazing! He's the best guide I've had on the many tours I've taken. The four Lake Biwa spots we visited this time were all beautiful. I recommend everyone to participate in this tour! I look forward to participating again next time during the snowy season or the autumn foliage season!
Takashima at a glance
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What to know before visiting Takashima
Quick snapshot of Takashima and its draw
Takashima is a lakeside escape known for outdoorsy pursuits and guided Tours, with most bookings concentrated in a clear high season. Demand surges in the winter peak and falls to a quiet late-summer trough, while Tours and Outdoor & sports activities dominate the mix.
Best times to visit and how prices move
According to Klook booking data, the busiest month is February and the quietest is August. Prices rise toward the winter peak and are typically highest in February, while Klook data show March is usually the cheapest month — roughly 62% lower versus the priciest month. Because demand and prices broadly move together here, visiting in March or the late-summer trough will usually give you lower prices and smaller crowds; visit in February for the peak-season atmosphere.
Tips for travellers from Hong Kong
Travellers from Hong Kong typically book around a week ahead, with last-minute options still possible a couple of days before travel. If you plan to travel in February or other busy months, book earlier within that typical window; for off-peak months you can be more flexible and often find lower prices on Klook.
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