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Top 15 Women’s Favorite Spiritual Sites in Shiga Prefecture

Top 15 Women’s Favorite Spiritual Sites in Shiga Prefecture

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Category: 歴史｜絶景
Area: Shiga

We’re excited to introduce the 15 most popular power spots in Shiga Prefecture among young women—shrines and temples famed for matchmaking and longevity blessings, as well as their Instagram-worthy scenic views.

Taga Taisha Shrine
Taga Taisha is a prestigious shrine located in Taga, Taga Town, Inukami District, Shiga Prefecture. It has been known as "Otaga-san" since ancient times, and was worshiped as "Taga Daimyojin" during
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The sacred place of Karuta - Omi Shrine
This shrine enshrines Emperor Tenchi and is known as a sacred place for karuta. It is surrounded by beautiful vermilion tower gates and lush greenery, allowing you to worship in a quiet and sacred atm
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Sanno Grand Shrine Hiyoshi Taisha
Sanno Sohongu Hiyoshi Taisha is a Shinto shrine located in Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. Shikinaisha, one of the 22 companies, is the head office of approximately 3,800 Hiyoshi, Hie, and Sann
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Shirahige Shrine with a large torii gate floating in the lake
Like Miyajima in Hiroshima Prefecture, this shrine has an impressive large torii gate floating on Lake Biwa, and is also called 'Omi's Itsukushima.'
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"Ishiyamadera Temple" related to Sengoku warlords
Ishiyamadera is a historic temple built in the Nara period, located along the Seta River in Lake Biwa.
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The Main-Grand Terrace
The Main-Grand Terrace in Otsu is a five-minute ropeway ride to an altitude of 1,108m, where you can enjoy a spectacular view of Lake Biwa from a three-story wooden deck and water basin.
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Garden Museum Hiei
This is a garden where ceramic panels reproducing the works of Impressionist painters such as René, Renoir, and Van Gogh are displayed in a garden surrounded by seasonal herbs and flowers.
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Omi Province Ichinomiya Takebe Taisha Shrine
Takebe Taisha Shrine in Otsu City is known as the Ichinomiya of Omi Province and is a power spot. It enshrines Emperor Yamato Takeru and is famous for granting good fortune, protection from misfortune
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Chikubu Island Hogonji Temple
This temple is located on the mysterious island of Chikubushima, floating in Lake Biwa. It is a popular power spot with plenty of attractions, including the main hall, the Karamon gate, a national tre
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World Heritage - Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei
Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei is a World Heritage Site. This is a classic power spot where you can visit the three areas of the East Pagoda, West Pagoda, and Yokokawa, and enjoy the sacred grounds o
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Garden of Reflection Beauty - Kyu-Chikurin-in
Located in the Satobo of Mount Hiei Sakamoto, this beautiful garden is a must-see. The garden, designated as a national scenic spot, offers magnificent views throughout the seasons, and is especially
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Tarobo Shrine (Aga Shrine)
Tarobogu Shrine (Aga Shrine) in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture is a shrine worshiped as a god that bestows victory and happiness. Located at the top of Mt. Akakami at an altitude of 350m, you can s
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Hachiman-yama Castle Ruins and Hachiman-yama Ropeway
The Yawatayama Ropeway to the Yawatayama Castle Ruins. It is a cable car that takes you to the top of Yawatayama at an altitude of 283m. From there, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Lake Biwa and the
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Kusatsu City Aquatic Plant Garden Mizunomori
An aquatic plant garden on the shores of Lake Biwa. There are many types of flowers for every season, especially water lilies and lotus flowers. You can feel soothed by the water and greenery in the g
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Shiga Prefectural Lake Biwa Museum
The Shiga Prefectural Lake Biwa Museum conveys the nature and culture of Lake Biwa through experiences. It is a popular spot where you can enjoy the relationship between the lake and people through gi
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