Otsu Trip Overview
Lake Biwa, or Biwako, is Japan’s biggest lake closely located at just about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from Kyoto. It is recognized as one of the most ancient lakes in the world, and the only lake of its kind in Japan. Biwako has been designated as a UNESCO Ramsar Wetland since 1993 boasting a rich ecosystem with approximately 1,000 different species of plant and animal life. Our sailing experience takes place in the splendor of such a magnificent atmosphere. This activity is conducted with our company-owned 30ft private sailboat. All amidst a pleasant breeze experienced most of the year by cruising over the mirror-like calm water as you hear the gentle sound of wind and birdsong. The sailing adventure is a refreshingly promising choice for breaking away from the hustle and bustle of the city center in Kyoto. The activity starts at 2PM with two options such as 3 hour cruising with or without BBQ after sailing (the options with BBQ consists of 3-hour sailing and 2-hour BBQ, TTL 5 hours).
Additional Info
Duration: 3 to 5 hours
Starts: Otsu, Japan
Trip Category: Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours >> Sailing Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Otsu, Shiga, Japan
Lake Biwa, or Biwako, is Japan’s biggest lake closely located at just about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) from Kyoto. It is recognized as one of the most ancient lakes in the world, and the only lake of its kind in Japan. Biwako has been designated as a UNESCO Ramsar Wetland since 1993 boasting a rich ecosystem with approximately 1,000 different species of plant and animal life. Our sailing experience takes place in the splendor of such a magnificent atmosphere. This activity is conducted with our company-owned 30ft private sailboat. All amidst a pleasant breeze experienced most of the year by cruising over the mirror-like calm water as you hear the gentle sound of wind and birdsong. The sailing adventure is a refreshingly promising choice for breaking away from the hustle and bustle of the city center in Kyoto. The activity starts at 2PM with two options such as 3 hour cruising with or without BBQ after sailing (the options with BBQ consists of 3-hour sailing and 2-hour BBQ, TTL 5 hours).
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture
From the yacht harbor in Lake Biwa, the biggest lake in Japan, this sailing experience is conducted.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Biwako Rakuen Hotel Izutsu, 1-chōme-29-9 Shimosakamoto, Otsu, Shiga 520-0105, Japan
If you select the option with BBQ. The sailboat finally stops by the balcony of the lake-side hotel, where you will enjoy 2-hour BBQ of high quality Japanese Wagyu beef after sailing.
Duration: 2 hours
