A Local Guide for Your Stay at Naya House near Lake Biwa
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- 3月9日
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This guide introduces places around Naya House that you can enjoy during your stay.
Nearest Station
Omi-Maiko Station is the nearest station to Naya House.
It is a beautiful station located right by Lake Biwa.
🚶 Walking: 8 min from Omi-Maiko Station
We can pick you up at the station if needed 🚙
Travel time by train 🚆
Kyoto Station → about 30 minutes
Osaka → about 1 hour
Access from Airports✈️
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
About 1 hour 40 minutes by train.
Haneda Airport (Tokyo)
Take the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto, then JR train to Omi-Maiko.
Bicycles at Naya House 🚲
We have bicycles available for guests.
You can use them to visit nearby shops, cafes, and the lake.
Cycling around the lake is a wonderful experience.
Supermarkets & Grocery Stores
Here are some places where you can buy groceries during your stay.
A large supermarket where you can buy food, daily necessities, and Japanese groceries.
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Katata (about 9 minutes) 🚶5 min walk from the station
▪️Local Vegetable Markets▪️
A roadside station where you can find local vegetables, souvenirs, and restaurants.
The restaurant is known for its delicious Japanese soba noodles.
It is also famous for traditional Adogawa folding fan crafts.
🚗 By car: 20 min
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Adogawa Station (11 min) 🚶 Walk: 15 min from the station
You can buy organic vegetables and sometimes enjoy harvesting experiences.
🚶Walking: 10 min / 🚲 Cycling: 4 min
A small shop selling organic foods and natural products.
🚗 By car: 5 min / 🚶Walking: 35 min / 🚲 Cycling: 15 min
▪️Convenience Stores▪️
Convenience stores are open 24 hours and sell food, drinks, and daily items.
🚗 By car: 3 min / 🚶Walking: 15 min / 🚲 Cycling: 5 min
🫑 You can find fresh vegetables, fruits, and Japanese food.
Cafes Around the Area
There are many lovely cafes around Lake Biwa.
Perfect for relaxing, reading, or enjoying the lake view.
▪️Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly Cafes▪️
A cozy cafe serving plant-based macrobiotic meals made with natural ingredients.
A great place to enjoy healthy Japanese-style dishes.
🚗 By car: 5 min / 🚶Walking: 35 min / 🚲 Cycling: 15 min /
▪️Other Nice Cafes in the Area▪️
A cozy cafe where you can enjoy specialty coffee while looking out over Mount Hira and Lake Biwa.
It’s a relaxing place to spend a quiet time.
🚲 Cycling: 20 min
Local Artisan Bakeries🥖
Small local bakeries where you can enjoy freshly baked bread made with natural ingredients.
▪️Vegan-Friendly Bakeries▪️
Here are some bakeries where you can find vegan-friendly bread made with natural ingredients.
A bakery specializing in wood-fired natural yeast bread.You can enjoy rustic handmade bread baked in a traditional wood-fired oven.
🚗 By car: 8 min / 🚲 Cycling: 20 min
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Shiga (5 min) 🚶1 min walk from the station
A bakery known for its natural yeast bread.Some breads are vegan-friendly and made with simple natural ingredients.
🚗 By car: 18 min / 🚲 Cycling: 45 min
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Horai (8 min) 🚶10 min walk from the station
Nature & Walking Spots
The area around Lake Biwa is perfect for walking and enjoying nature.
Omi-Maiko Beach
A beautiful lakeside beach where you can enjoy walking and relaxing by Lake Biwa.
The sunrise over Lake Biwa is especially beautiful, and early morning is a perfect time for a peaceful walk.
🚶 Walking: 10 min
Walking Around Naya House
The area around Naya House is perfect for peaceful walks surrounded by nature.
A scenic waterfall located in the mountains.
You can enjoy a short hike through the forest to reach the waterfall.
Hiking
The Hira Mountains near Lake Biwa are a great place for hiking and enjoying nature.
There are many trails with beautiful forest paths and panoramic views of Lake Biwa.
A long-distance trail connecting the Hira Mountains and Mount Hiei.You can enjoy forest walks, mountain views, and beautiful scenery along the way.
On clear days, you can enjoy beautiful views of Lake Biwa from the mountain trails.
🚶 Hiking trails: about 8–14 km
⏱ Time required: about 5–6 hours depending on the route.
Cycling Around Lake Biwa (Biwaichi)
Cycling around Lake Biwa, known as “Biwaichi,” is one of Japan’s most famous cycling routes.The full route around the lake is about 200 km and offers beautiful views of the lake, mountains, and countryside.
Many cyclists take 2–3 days to complete the route while enjoying local towns, cafes, and scenic spots along the way.
You don’t have to cycle the entire lake — even a short ride along the lakeside is a wonderful experience.
🚲Road bikes are also available for rent in the area.
Beaches & Lake Activities
Lake Biwa offers many fun activities such as swimming, kayaking, and SUP.
▪️SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding)▪️
SUP is a popular activity on Lake Biwa.You can enjoy paddling on the calm water while taking in the beautiful scenery.
Hot Springs & Sauna
There are several hot springs and sauna facilities near Naya House.
A local hot spring where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Lake Biwa area.
🚗 By car: 5 min / 🚶Walking: 35 min / 🚲 Cycling: 15 min
An authentic Finnish-style sauna located in a nature-rich area surrounded by mountains, forests, and clear streams.A peaceful sauna experience where you can relax and refresh both body and mind.
🚗 By car: 3 min / 🚶Walking: 20 min / 🚲 Cycling: 8 min
Famous Places in the Area
There are many famous sightseeing spots near Naya House.
One of the most famous shrines around Lake Biwa.The torii gate standing in the lake is a beautiful and iconic view.
🚗 By car: 12 min / 🚲 Cycling: 35 min
A sacred island in Lake Biwa known for its historic temples and beautiful scenery.You can visit the island by ferry.
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Omi-Imazu (18 min)
🚶 Walk: JR Omi-Imazu Station → Imazu Port (5 min)
⛴ Ferry: Imazu Port → Chikubu Island (about 30 min)
A historic Buddhist temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Located on Mount Hiei, it offers beautiful nature and peaceful surroundings.
An important Shinto shrine known for its beautiful torii gates and historic buildings.The shrine is surrounded by nature and has a peaceful atmosphere.
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Hieizan-Sakamoto (14 min) 🚶 Walk: 20 min from the station
A popular mountain resort where you can enjoy spectacular views of Lake Biwa.The ropeway and terrace are famous attractions.
You can also hike from the base of the mountain to the top.
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Shiga (5 min) 🚌 Bus: 10 min from Shiga Station
🚲 Cycling: 50 min
A famous scenic road lined with about 500 metasequoia trees.It is especially beautiful in autumn when the leaves turn red and orange.
🚆 Train: Omi-Maiko → Makino (37 min)
🚲 Rental bicycle: about 25 min from Makino Station
We hope you enjoy a relaxing and memorable stay at Naya House.
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