Ting å gjøre i Takashima

Min mann og jeg likte denne guidede dagsturen til Shiga veldig godt! Reiselederen vår, Effy, var svært kunnskapsrik og holdt oss oppdatert om reiseruten gjennom hele dagen. Bussen var ren og komfortabel, og sjåføren gjorde en flott jobb med kjøringen. Alle stedene vi besøkte var vakre og hadde flotte omgivelser. Vi anbefaler absolutt å ta denne turen som en del av Japan-reisen din.

Dette er en ærlig og rett-på-sak anmeldelse av tre av Shiga-prefekturets hovedattraksjoner (Shirahige-helligdommen, Biwako Terrace og La Collina Omihachiman). 1. Shirahige-helligdommen Kanskje fordi forventningene var høye, satt jeg igjen med en viss skuffelse. Den nedsenkede torii-porten ligger på den andre siden av veien, noe som gjør det farlig å krysse og vanskelig å få satt pris på den skikkelig siden man må se den på avstand. Helligdommen i seg selv har ikke så mye å by på, så den egner seg best som et raskt stopp på veien. 2. Biwako Terrace Dette var definitivt høydepunktet på turen. Panoramautsikten over Biwasjøen fra terassekafeen var helt fantastisk, og det å kunne nyte roen i det åpne landskapet ga meg den høyeste graden av tilfredshet. 3. La Collina Omihachiman Det var så mye folk at det var vanskelig å ta inn over seg den spesielle atmosfæren i eget tempo. Når det gjelder de populære dessertene, er smakene litt av en smaksak som deler vannene. Bygningene med gresstak og hageutsikten var imidlertid svært vakre, noe som gjør det til et flott sted for å ta bilder.

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.

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.

På denne Japan-turen bodde vi i Kyoto, og mannen min og jeg hadde lyst til å ta en tur til Biwasjøen. Siden det kan være upraktisk å reise på egen hånd, valgte vi en dagstur, noe som var svært praktisk og gjorde at vi slapp å bekymre oss for transport. Reiselederen kunne bytte mellom kinesisk, japansk og engelsk, og var svært profesjonell.

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.

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!

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!

Today, due to the holiday, there were heavy crowds and severe traffic congestion. Fortunately, the weather was clear and the scenic beauty far exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide, Yafei, gave us detailed introductions on the bus in advance regarding the cultural history, local cuisine, and great photo spots for each attraction, which was extremely helpful. Despite the heavy traffic, the guide continuously communicated with the driver to estimate our arrival time and constantly kept us updated on the estimated arrival times and duration of our visits, allowing us to adjust our expectations accordingly. She was very dedicated and responsible. As for the scenery, Lake Biwa is truly stunning with its sparkling waters. Exploring, checking in, and taking photos on the mountain yielded amazing pictures. We experienced both the cable car and the Sky Bridge; the scenery on the mountain was pleasant and expansive, and we had a wonderful time. The only thing to note is that it is windy at the top of the mountain, so it is best to wear a windbreaker and long pants to avoid getting cold. Due to the traffic jams, we only had half an hour to explore and shop at our last stop, La Collina Omihachiman. The tour guide efficiently led us quickly to the cake factory at the very back, allowing us to catch the core scenery just before sunset. The experience was still quite good overall. Generally speaking, thanks to the clear weather and comfortable temperatures, this trip greatly exceeded expectations. The only minor drawback was the traffic, which compressed the time available at each attraction, making it feel a bit like a rushed "special forces" style tour, and the return trip was a bit late. However, overall we had a thoroughly enjoyable and comfortable time. Special thanks to our dedicated tour guide Yafei, and to the experienced and smooth driver who warmly greeted each of us when getting on and off the bus and helped us with our luggage!