Title: Yasu Travel Guide: Best of Yasu, Shiga Prefecture Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Yasu](https://expedia.co.uk/Yasu-Hotels.d3000367028.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Yasu](https://expedia.co.uk/Yasu-Holiday-Rentals.d3000367028.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Yasu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Yasu.d3000367028.Car-Hire-Guide)[Yasu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Yasu.d3000367028.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Yasu Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![花緑公園](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/1aeba4de-ee74-4567-b8ed-48c4f22231e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/1aeba4de-ee74-4567-b8ed-48c4f22231e7.jpg) by [YOSHIFUMI OGISO](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2612404?with_photo_id=120990518) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![花緑公園](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/1aeba4de-ee74-4567-b8ed-48c4f22231e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/1aeba4de-ee74-4567-b8ed-48c4f22231e7.jpg) by [YOSHIFUMI OGISO](https://www.panoramio.com/user/2612404?with_photo_id=120990518) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![500px provided description: Great egret (????) at Biwako in Sawara, Yasu City (via Flickr ift.tt/2y3RZRi) [#birds ,#wildlife ,#?? ,#??? ,#Flickr ,#??? ,#???? ,#shigaprefecture ,#egretsandherons ,#???]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/6fded704-92e0-4270-b2e0-1724f24d8191.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/6fded704-92e0-4270-b2e0-1724f24d8191.jpg) by [Greg Peterson](https://500px.com/glpjp) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![A picture taken while walking along the Nakasendo. It's of the Yasu River. 〔The photographer's original comment〕 It was taken from this location, the bridge of the Prefectural Road 2 (Kyū-Nakasendō), viewing south and upstream. --->See also the map.--トトト (talk) 05:21, 8 October 2011 (UTC)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/e02edc38-9139-4bb3-a1d1-5317060d76e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000367028/e02edc38-9139-4bb3-a1d1-5317060d76e4.jpg) by [Douggers (page does not exist)](//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Douggers&action=edit&redlink=1) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ## Visit Yasu Things to do - Top hotels in Yasu - Top Holiday Rentals in Yasu ![Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44770000/44762100/44762017/9d8a8a3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs 491 Zaimokucho Kyoto Kyoto £66 16 Feb - 17 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,868 reviews) Unlimited ice cream after hot bath is the best. Fantastic location, friendly service, beautiful breakfast buffet!!! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=44762017&PinnedHotelID=44762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000367028) ![Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69680000/69673800/69673755/e79c00ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto 4-450-1 Gojobashi-Higashi Kyoto Kyoto £62 12 Feb - 13 Feb additional charges may apply Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,639 reviews) Spotless, spacious room. Excellent staff including many bilingual members. Rooftop bar was amazing! Super place to stay! Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=69673755&PinnedHotelID=69673755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000367028) ![Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823600/87823506/e9683a07_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho Sujakuuchihatacho 41-10, Shimogyo Ward Kyoto Kyoto Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £126 4 Mar - 5 Mar additional charges may apply Stay at this hotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, hot springs on-site and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews) Onsen Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=87823506&PinnedHotelID=87823506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000367028) [See all 3,411 properties in Yasu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000367028) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72970000/72965400/72965339/988ddfa2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MONday Apart Premium KYOTO Station 1 Shichijoodori Higashihorikawa Nishiiru Kyoto Kyoto Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room washers/dryers. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (548 reviews) Loved this hotel and the staff was wonderful Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-MONdayApartPremium-KyotoShichijoHorikawa.h72965339.Hotel-Information) ![nol kyoto sanjo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45010000/45003100/45003003/3a6f17b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### nol kyoto sanjo 700, Osakazaimokucho, Nakagyoku Kyoto Kyoto Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (323 reviews) great Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-Nol-Kyoto-Sanjo.h45003003.Hotel-Information) ![KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109930000/109921800/109921765/9b78a805_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle 724 Shimomatsuya,Kamanza-dori Oike-agaru Kyoto Kyoto Stay at this aparthotel in Kyoto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Nijō Castle and Shijo Street are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews) Clean room and very helpful staff. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyoto-Hotels-KOKO-HOEL-Residence-Kyoto-Nijo-Castle.h109921765.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Yasu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000367028&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mentai-Park-Biwako-Yasu.d938385086473416704.Attraction) #### Shiga-kenritsu Omi Fuji Karyoku Park Explore the great outdoors at Shiga-kenritsu Omi Fuji Karyoku Park, a lovely green space in Yasu. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shiga-Kenritsu-Omi-Fuji-Karyoku-Park-Yasu.d553248621532771956.Attraction) #### Mt. Mikami Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Mikami during your travels in Yasu. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Mikami-Yasu.d903589012915548160.Attraction) #### Sakura-basama Historic Park Sakura-basama Historic Park is just one of the places to see in Yasu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sakura-Basama-Historic-Park-Yasu.d553248621562273175.Attraction) #### Hyozu Shrine Hyozu Shrine is just one of the places to see in Yasu, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hyozu-Shrine-Yasu.d553248621532771973.Attraction) #### Kinshokuji Temple After visiting Kinshokuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Yasu. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples in this relaxing area. 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