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Setagawa River and Lake Biwa River Cruises
Setagawa River and Lake Biwa River Cruises in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan offers unforgettable historical cruises on the Seta River aboard the unique and nostalgic paddle steamer the Ichiban Maru. The knowledgeable, friendly and dedicated tour guide provides commentary on a wide range of topics related to the history of Omi Province, and you get to learn amazing facts, legends and folk songs. Setagawa River and Lake Biwa River Cruises are fun and informative and can be combined with a Ishiyamdera Temple visit, the also offer private hire river cruises with a tour guide, come for an unforgettable experience.

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Yumotokan
Yumotokan in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan offers relaxing and beautiful guest rooms, seasonal Kyoto cuisine and hot springs with various types of baths with skin beautifying effects. There are seven different types of hot spring baths overlooking Lake Biwa enjoyed with a traditional Japanese atmosphere, and guest room choices include Japenese style rooms or Japense Western style rooms, rooms with an open air bath and suites depending on your budget. Yumotokan Ryokan is the place to come for enjoyment of Japanese hot springs, and each of the four seasons present their own beauty, so come any time of year, an unforgettable stay and experience awaits.

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Otsu City Science Museum
The Otsu City Science Museum in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan is part of the lifelong learning center along the shores of Lake Biwa, complete with planetarium and exhibition hall. There are many nature related exhibits in the Lake Biwa Theatre and Shiga environment section and the exhibition hall with digital globe and other themed areas offer interactive displays that move when touched for a fun and live science experience. The Otsu City Science Museum planetarium has state of the art digital presentations, live demonstrations and explanations, and the dome is used for sunspot shows and astronomy classes, come for a fascinating visit.

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Seta Golf Course North Course
The Seta Golf Course North Course in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan offers 18 wonderful holes to play and the course was designed by the renowned course design architect Seiichi Inoue. Kept in the best conditions throughout the year for ideal play, and with caddies and golf carts, and a well stocked pro shop it is every golfers dream course. The Seta Golf Course North Course has an amazing clubhouse and restaurant, a cafe counter, powder room for ladies and a bathroom as well as locker room, plus accommodation is available at the Lake Biwa Otsu Prince Hotel right on the shores of Lake Biwa, it's all here for a spectacular round of golf and more.

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The Auberge Meson
The Auberge Meson in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, Japan offers luxurious moments of relaxation and a peaceful stay, they only accept 5 bookings per day and it is the perfect place to spend quality time with a loved one in a forest hideaway. This award winning hotel features a completely renewed log cottage and loft rooms ideal for families or groups, and the restaurant serves an exquisite a la carte menu for lunch and dinner, they do not have a children's menu. The Auberge Meson is the perfect venue for your dream wedding, complete with a chapel of the wind, an open air space where the wind blows through, they take care of all the details and planning to ensure your day is fabulous and unforgettable, and from the main building, the view of the forest is like a romantic fairytale painting.

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