【Otsu, Shiga】Lake Biwa Beginner’s Kayaking Tour
Recommended for those who want to experience Shiga's claim to fame, Lake Biwa, via kayak!
Take in the spectacular scenery in and around Japan's largest lake.
Flow of experience
- Check in
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Please check in at the O’PAL front desk at least twenty minutes before your start time. Please change into clothes that can get wet in the locker room.
- Instruction
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Your instructor will explain how to paddle/maneuver your kayak.
- Depart onto Lake Biwa!
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Escape from the worries of everyday life and enjoy the breeze, waves, and view of our beautiful lake.
- Return to shore
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Use of the locker rooms and showers are included in your fee.
Experience content
60-Minute Kayaking Tour on Lake Biwa: Perfect for Busy Schedules
Join our 60-minute kayaking tour on Lake Biwa, ideal for those with busy schedules who still want to connect with nature. Our experienced instructors will guide you on the water, introducing you to the local landmarks, wildlife, and environment of Japan’s largest lake.
Perfect for both beginners and experienced kayakers, this tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Lake Biwa’s natural beauty.
Enjoy your kayaking experience on Lake Biwa with us!
Plan Features
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First-timers welcome!
Your instructor will show you how to paddle and maneuver your kayak with confidence. -
Enjoy lunch at our facility restaurant, or request a special lunch box to eat outdoors. BBQ sets also available.
※Please make a reservation with us in advance either by phone or email. -
■Swimming Pool
Guests may use pool freely before or after your lake activity reservation. (summer season only)
Plan Details
- Plan name
- Lake Biwa Beginner Kayaking Tour
- Availability
- Sat. March 22nd - Sun. November 30th, 2025
- Minimum participants
- 2 or more participants
- Requirements
- 5 years old and up *5 to 7 years old must ride with a person 18 years old or older
- Cost
- Standard price:￥5,720 / person (tax included)
Golden Week/Pool season price: ￥6,270 (tax included)
- Included in cost
- Locker, shower room and other facility fees, parking fee, etc.
- Time
- 1 hour tour
- Time slots
- Please check in at the front desk 20 minutes before your start time.
- What to expect
- Reservations available at following start times:
①10:00
②11:30
③13:30
④15:00
- What to bring
- Towel, sandals, hat, water/tea, change of clothes, bath towel, sun protection.
- Clothing
- Clothes that can get wet (outer and under), quick-dry clothing is recommended.
- Cancellation policy
- Day of: 100%
Day prior: 50%
*In the case of cancellations due to severe weather, typhoons, etc., cancellation fees do not apply.
**If a reservation is postponed/date is changed, no cancellation fees apply.
- Inquiries
- O'PAL TEL: 077-579-7111
Email: biwako@o-pal.com (English OK)
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Access
- Address
- O'PAL OPTEX Co., Ltd.
5-265-1 Ogoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan
〒520-0101
Google Map
- Access
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- ■By car
- 15 min. via Meishin Kyoto Higashi IC; 5 min. via Kosei Bypass Ogi Ogoto IC.
- ■By train
- 20 min. via JR Kosei Line from JR Kyoto Station (get off at Ogoto Onsen Station).
Approx. 12 min walk from station.
*Please use a local train. Rapid Express trains do not stop at Ogoto Onsen Station.
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