Biwako Cruise
BIWAKO TOUR of ISLANDS
Lake Biwa is the world's third oldest lake — experience the long history of this lake, and the everyday lifestyles
and culture of the people who live around it, on this half-day tour.
Experience Lake Biwa’s history, nature and culture by boat
The only cruise that traverses the whole lake for a full day of enjoyment on Lake Biwa.
We will depart from Ootsu Port in the morning, arrive at Okinoshima Island and take time for a shore excursion. We will then head for Takeshima and Chikubushima Islands via Oki-no-Shiraishi Rocks and take time for a shore excursion at each location.
After leaving these islands, we will pass Shirahige Shrine, which stands in the lake, and return to Ootsu Port.
Note: the cruise route may change depending on the weather. We ask for your understanding if some parts of the route have to be changed.
(5) Lunch → (6) Okino-shiraishi Rocks (View from the boat) → (7) Dock at Takeshima Island (30 mins.) →
(8) Dock at Chikubushima Island (60 mins.) →
(9) Shirahige shrine (View from the boat）→ (10) Biwako Ohashi Port ((11) Shopping) → Otsu Port (Arr. 18:00)
※ Please note that if there may be times when there is a change in the service schedule and the entry/exit port or when the ship may be unable to dock.
The cruise operation schedules for the following dates are subject to change without notice.
- 2026
- May: Sun. 10, Sat. 23
- Jun: Sun. 7, Sat. 27
- Jul: Sun. 12, Sat. 25
- Aug: Sun. 9, Sat. 29
- Sep: Sun. 6, Sun. 27
- Oct: Sat. 3, Sat. 17
- Nov: Sun. 15
Fares
Adults ¥ 14,000 Elementary school ¥ 8,500 (Boarding, lunch and landing fees; includes tax)
★Includes souvenir!
・Minimum 20 passengers for cruises
・Booking required by noon the day before
・Japanese-speaking guide provided
