Lakeside town full of historical interest
Hikone City of Shiga Prefecture is 50 minutes from Kyoto, 80 minutes from Osaka, close to major cities of the Kansai region, and overlooks Japan’s largest and oldest Lake Biwa. The streets retain the feeling of a castle town that flourished during the Edo period (1603-1868), giving a tasteful atmosphere of deep history and culture. A diversified and leisured travel style of “see, eat, and play” can be enjoyed with Hikone Castle, also known as the symbol of Hikone City first on the list followed by Japan’s prominent historical cultural assets, local gourmet including Omi Beef, activities at Lake Biwa.
Recommended Tour
Feel the historical culture, savor Japanese food, and gain lively experiences.
How to get around Hikone
Exploring on foot is recommended for traveling around Hikone City. The main tourist attraction, “Hikone Castle”, can be visited in 15 minutes on foot. If you would like to explore locations a little far from Hikone Station, a bicycle or taxi would be suitable. Rent a bicycle at the cycle station or take a taxi from the taxi stand at Hikone Station. Ask the clerk at a store to call a cab as it may be difficult to catch one on the streets.
Rental Bike DetailsRental Bike Details
Store
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Bicycle station in front of Hikone station
2-28 Daitou-cho, Hikone, Shiga（AL.PLAZA １Ｆ）
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Tel：+81-(0)90-9210-3856
Business Hours：9:00〜17:00
Closed：Year-end and New Year holidays,Rough weather -
Bicycle station Kyobashiguchi
Kyobashiguchi Parking 2 Hikone, Shiga
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Tel：+81-(0)90-8145-0645（front of Hikone station CS）
Business Hours：10:00〜18:00
Closed：WED,Rough weather,Closed winter(DEC~FEB)
※There is no road bike. ※Only used on that day.
Fee (※Common to both stores)
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Electric vehicle
3.5Hours600Yen
1day800Yen
1day (renting more than 2days)700Yen
※Standard equipment: helmet, key, light
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Cyclocross bike
3.5Hours300Yen
1day600Yen
1day (renting more than 2days)500Yen
※Standard equipment: helmet, key, light
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Road bike
3.5Hours300Yen
1day600Yen
※Up to 1day
※Standard equipment: helmet, key, light
Notes
※ID is required when renting. ※Advance reservations are not possible. ※Customers must be older than middle school to use. ※In cases of stormy weather, renting may be cancelled.
Access
Many of the tourist attractions in Hikone City can be easily accessed from “Hikone Station”. The “Japan Rail Pass” and/or “Kansai Area Pass” can be used to travel to the station. Stop by the tourist information center in front of the station as you arrive at Hikone Station. There are staff stationed at the center who can assist you in English, providing a map for touring the Hikone Castle and a brochure with a list of restaurants and cafes that have English menus.
Information
Providing and introducing the newest travel updates on Hikone City with detail of various locations.
