Lake Biwa Terrace

Lake Biwa Terrace

Biwa Lake Valley is located at an elevation of 1,100 meters on the summit of Mt. Uchimi, offering a spectacular view of Lake Biwa. Visitors can reach the summit in about five minutes via the ropeway from the base, where they can enjoy the stunning scenery of the Biwa Lake Terrace throughout the four seasons. In spring, you can see cherry blossoms; in autumn, the beautiful fall foliage; and in winter, it becomes a popular ski resort. The area also features a variety of activities, such as dining at cafes and restaurants, as well as adventure sports like athletics and zip-lining, attracting a wide range of visitors from families to adults. The accessibility is excellent, with convenient trips from Kyoto by car or public transportation.

Basic Information

Spot Name
Lake Biwa Terrace
Location
〒520-0514 1547-1 Kido, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture 
Access
From JR Kosei Line Shiga Station, take the Ebiwa Kotsu bus bound for Biwako Valley and ride for 10 minutes, then get off at the last stop.
It is about a 5-minute drive south on Prefectural Road 558 from Meishin Kyoto Higashi IC via Kosei Road Shiga IC.
Parking
1,700 regular cars
Business Hours
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays, and summer vacation start at 9:00 AM (varies by period).
Regular Holiday
Please check the official website.
Fees
It varies by each store.
Contact Information
Phone Number: 077-592-1155
Official Website

Map

Lake Biwa Terrace Movies

【大津市】冬のびわ湖テラス・注意点とレストラン・カフェも収録
【滋賀観光 びわ湖バレイ】 紅葉とびわ湖の絶景!日本一の湖が一望できるびわ湖テラスと紅葉の絨毯に癒される
びわ湖テラス 天空と湖の絶景 滋賀県観光②
【滋賀】びわ湖バレイ、びわ湖テラスでオールシーズン楽しもう♪琵琶湖を見下ろせる絶景スポット~すみのお気に入り
【SNSで人気の映えスポット】びわ湖バレイが最高でした!琵琶湖ビューの絶景✨体を動かして遊べるのも高評価👍【神戸から日帰りで行ける】
【滋賀】琵琶湖テラスからの景色は唯一無二の絶景だった!びわ湖テラス/大津/日帰り
【ゆっくり解説】琵琶湖の絶景スポット びわ湖バレイのびわ湖テラス【旅動画】
【犬連れ登山】琵琶湖一望の稜線を歩いてびわ湖バレイ・びわ湖テラスへ(滋賀)
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