3 Photogenic Hidden Spots in Shiga♡
Shiga Prefecture is home to Japan’s largest lake – Lake Biwa – abundant nature and picturesque mountains.
Right now, Shiga is popular with stylish Japanese women as a photogenic spot.
Since it is close to Osaka and Kyoto, and even has a bullet train station, tourists from Japan and abroad are increasingly visiting Shiga.
As well as beautiful natural features, like the lake, did you know Shiga also has many stylish cafes? Here we introduce you to some lesser-known photogenic spots.
1.Hideaway warehouse restaurant “THE HIDEAWAY FACTORY”
2.The art of chocolate made by a chocolatier, “LE BONBON ET CHOCOLAT”
3.Savor local fruit at a stylish café run by a strawberry farmer, “Mitsuboshi-kanmi Shizendo”
2.The art of chocolate made by a chocolatier, “LE BONBON ET CHOCOLAT”
3.Savor local fruit at a stylish café run by a strawberry farmer, “Mitsuboshi-kanmi Shizendo”
Hideaway warehouse restaurant “THE HIDEAWAY FACTORY”
As well as the antique-style interior, the warehouse’s remodeled exterior also catches the eye.
The attractive décor here includes large lights that look like fluffy dandelion puffs ♡ It’s just right for a date or for a girls’ night out.
The tapioca (bubble tea) drinks that have taken Japan by storm are also available here.
| Store name | THE HIDEAWAY FACTORY |
| Phone | +81-77-584-4578 |
| Address | 3-9-27 Ogaki, Rittou City, Shiga Prefecture |
| Map | |
| Business hours | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Closed | open every day |
| Payment | Credit card, Smartphone OK |
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The art of chocolate made by a chocolatier, “LE BONBON ET CHOCOLAT”
After completing training in France, the owner returned to his hometown of Nagahama to open this chocolate shop.
The showcase is filled with exquisite chocolates.
Careful attention is paid not only to how these chocolates look, but also to their ingredients. In particular, as a bean-to-bar store, work here starts with removing the husks of the beans.
The characteristics of the chocolate differ according to where the cacao beans are from, so be sure to compare the various tastes.
| Store name | LE BONBON ET CHOCOLAT |
| Phone | +81-749-65-5560 |
| Address | 18-22 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture |
| Map | |
| Business hours | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Closed | Wednesday, Thursday ※Open on public holidays |
| Payment | Credit card OK |
Savor local fruit at a stylish café run by a strawberry farmer, “Mitsuboshi-kanmi Shizendo”
Popular here, is the parfait of seasonal fruit. As well as being pretty to look at, the slightly yoghurt flavor of the soft-serve ice cream is the perfect match for fruit.
The store uses local fruit as much as it can.
Its fruit sandwich is perfect to eat while you walk, and it is popular, too.
Keep an eye out for the indoor decorations that change according to the seasons☆
| Store name | Mitsuboshi-kanmi Shizendo |
| Address | 11-31 Motohama-cho, Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture |
| Map | |
| Business hours | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. ※Hours may vary during winter |
| Closed | Tuesday |
| Payment | Smartphone OK |
Please enjoy the unique tastes and scenery that can only be found in Shiga.
It’s a good idea to stay the night and enjoy a leisurely trip around Lake Biwa. Even within the same prefecture, you will find that each district has its own charm.
It’s easy to get to from Osaka or Kyoto. Are you tired of visiting tourist sites and think you’ve seen all there is to see in Kansai?
There are still lots of wonderful things in Kansai!
Let’s find more hidden spots and share them with our friends!
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※The information on this page is as of February 2020.
