Shizugatake

What it is

• A 421-meter mountain located in Nagahama City within Biwako Quasi-National Park.
• The historic site of the Battle of Shizugatake which took place in 1583.
• A natural barrier separating Lake Biwa and Lake Yogo.
• Recognized as one of the Eight Views of Lake Biwa.

What to see

• Panoramic views of Chikubu Island and Mount Ibuki from the summit.
• A chairlift that connects the foot of the mountain to the summit ridge.
• The Yogo River flowing along the eastern foot of the mountain.
• Vistas of Lake Yogo and Lake Biwa from a single vantage point.

Getting there

• The nearest train access is via Kinomoto Station.
• A shuttle bus operates from Kinomoto Station on specific dates.
• The Kinomoto Interchange is the closest exit for those traveling by car.
• National Route 8 provides access through the Shizugatake Tunnel.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.