Biwako Cultural Park

The "Yūshō no Niwa" Japanese garden is a pond and stream garden created by landscape architect Kuneo Ito, who also worked on the development of Tama New Town Ichihonsugi Park and Hamamatsu Castle Central Park. Maple trees are planted around the pond, allowing you to enjoy the autumn foliage. In addition, at the attached tea room "Yūshō-an," you can enjoy seasonal Japanese sweets and matcha while admiring the garden's scenery.

"Wanpaku Genba" is a place where children can play to their heart's content and move their bodies in a nature-rich environment. The park has various play equipment such as a rope jungle gym with a "4-rope climbing" feature, trampolines, and seesaws. There is also a large field next to the play equipment, making it possible to play catch or frisbee.

The Shiga Prefectural Museum of Art, which opened in 1984, houses around 2,020 art pieces including paintings, allowing visitors to interact with various art works. Seasonal events and exhibitions are held throughout the year, so you can always encounter new works no matter when you visit. The entrance fee for the permanent exhibition area is 540 yen for adults, 320 yen for high school and university students, and free for junior high school students and younger. Please check the official website for the latest exhibition information.

For those who love reading, we recommend the Shiga Prefectural Library located in the park. The library holds a wide range of books, including general books and children's books, which can be used not only for hobbies but also for learning and research. You can search for what kind of books are available from your home internet. In addition to lending books, the library also holds events such as storytelling sessions that parents and children can participate in.

At Cafe Boronta, which opened in 2023, you can enjoy hamburgers made with 100% domestic beef patties, hot dogs topped with plenty of Italian cheese, and drinks such as coffee and tea. There is also a fully equipped barbecue area where you can enjoy delicious meat with family and friends. When using the space, it's necessary to reserve a course that includes ingredients, so please complete the procedure from the official website.