Title: Visit Shiga Prefecture: Best of Shiga Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk

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# Shiga Prefecture Travel Guide

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### Popular cities in Shiga Prefecture

[Otsu

Known for Lakes, Hot springs and Culture

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Come to relaxing Otsu and enjoy its lake views, temples and UNESCO site. 

## Reasons to visit

- Enryakuji Temple
- Lake Biwa Canal
- Ishiyamadera Temple

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[Takashima

Known for Lakes, Biking and Theme parks

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Experience the lake views, theme park and beaches in Takashima! 

## Reasons to visit

- Shirahige Shrine

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[Hikone

Known for Castle, Historical and Temples

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Experience the castle, history and monuments in Hikone! 

## Reasons to visit

- Hikone Castle

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[Higashiomi

Known for Adventure, Mountains and Natural parks

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Come to Higashiomi and enjoy its adventures, mountain views and history. 

## Reasons to visit

- Gozaisho-dake

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[Nagahama

Known for Temples, Castle and Festivals

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Escape to Nagahama! Enjoy its temples, castle and culture. 

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[Omihachiman

Known for Ruins, Castle and Lakes

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Get away to secluded Omihachiman! Enjoy the ruins, castle and lake views. 

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