Update-date: Dec 21 2024
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Shiga
Shiga Prefecture, home to Lake Biwa, which boasts the largest area in Japan, is filled with attractions such as Hikone Castle, where the adorable mascot Hikonyan resides, and Ishiyama-dera, where Murasaki Shikibu was inspired to write the Tale of Genji. When traveling through Shiga Prefecture, rich in nature and a treasure trove of ingredients, one should definitely enjoy delicious meals.
Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu
Japanese cuisine made with local ingredients, enjoyed while watching the flow of the Setagawa River.
The Japanese restaurant Shingetsu, where one can enjoy Japanese cuisine made with seasonal local ingredients, is a 6-minute walk from Ishiyamadera Station. The 'Kaiseki cuisine' is prepared with seven different menus using seasonal ingredients from Shiga and Kyoto. The tableware and decorations are also focused on seasonal themes, providing a feast for the five senses. The 'Omi beef shabu-shabu' allows guests to choose between marbled or lean cuts, served with plenty of locally sourced vegetables.
The restaurant is located near Ishiyamadera, which is attracting attention as a temple associated with Murasaki Shikibu, along the banks of the Setagawa River. All rooms are traditional Japanese-style table seating, allowing for a relaxed and comfortable dining experience. Private rooms can accommodate from 2 to 50 guests, with the size adjusted according to the number of people. Guests can enjoy a luxurious feeling while sipping on local sake from Shiga and gazing at the flow of the Setagawa River.
Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O 2:00 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: Close to the Keihan Bus Ishiyamadera-sanmonmae stop
Address: 1-3-3, Ishiyama-dera, Otsu-shi, Shiga
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: Close to the Keihan Bus Ishiyamadera-sanmonmae stop
Address: 1-3-3, Ishiyama-dera, Otsu-shi, Shiga
Sennari-tei Kyara
Enjoy dishes crafted with Omi beef raised on their own farm and seasonal ingredients.
Sennari-tei Kyara, located near Hikone Station, is a specialty restaurant where visitors can enjoy Omi beef raised on their own farm. They offer a variety of dishes including sukiyaki, steak, nigiri sushi, and a selection of a la carte items. A recommended dish is the 'Mojou Shimo-furi Omi Beef Tea Shabu,' which uses Asamiya tea, a famous tea from Shiga. The green tea helps to reduce excess fat, and the tannins in the tea alleviate any feeling of heaviness in the stomach, allowing diners to savor the flavors while enjoying a refreshing taste.
Located just across from the Kyo Bridge over the moat of Hikone Castle, the restaurant on Yumekyobashi Castle Road features a purely Japanese architectural style, creating an atmospheric space. In addition to a special room renovated from a storehouse built 300 years ago, there are also private rooms, each with a different ambiance. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing time in a high-quality Japanese setting while experiencing the changing seasons.
Sennaritei Kyara
Open: [Monday, Wednesday - Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: 15 minutes by car from Hikone Interchange on Meishin Expressway, 5 minutes by cab
Address: 2-1-7, Honmachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
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Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: 15 minutes by car from Hikone Interchange on Meishin Expressway, 5 minutes by cab
Address: 2-1-7, Honmachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
Sennari-tei Shinkabou
Enjoying Omi beef and wine in a beautiful Japanese space adorned with intricate kumiko craftsmanship.
At Sennari-tei Shinkabou, a 15-minute walk from Hikone Station, visitors can enjoy carefully selected Omi beef and a wide variety of wines. The 'Omi Beef Toro Nigiri Sushi,' which can only be offered due to its exceptional freshness, is a dish that allows one to savor the melt-in-the-mouth texture and elegant sweetness of Omi beef. The 'Omi Beef Teppan Sukiyaki,' which wraps slices of Omi beef's lean meat in sirloin, has a sweet and savory flavor that is addictive.
Upon stepping into the restaurant facing Yumekyobashi Castle Road, one is greeted by a space that exudes the refined essence of Japanese aesthetics. The delicate craftsmanship of the kumiko woodwork on the walls captivates with its beauty. In this elegant atmosphere, guests can savor Omi beef. The wine selection ranges widely from the Old World to the New World, including grand cru champagnes. The dedicated sommelier offers suggestions to pair with the dishes.
Sennaritei Shinkabou
Open: [Wednesday - Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from the West Exit of Hikone Station on JR Biwako Line / The 2nd floor of the Sennaritei Yumekyobashi branch on Yumekyobashi Castle Road
Address: 1-1-26, Honmachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
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Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from the West Exit of Hikone Station on JR Biwako Line / The 2nd floor of the Sennaritei Yumekyobashi branch on Yumekyobashi Castle Road
Address: 1-1-26, Honmachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
La Cuisine Enju
Enjoy the chef's exquisite skills at a French-based teppanyaki restaurant.
La Cuisine Enju, located a 5-minute walk from Hikone Station, is a restaurant where guests can enjoy teppanyaki based on French cuisine. The restaurant offers courses featuring carefully selected ingredients, including Japanese beef such as Omi beef, seasonal seafood, and vegetables. The seasonal premium ingredient course 'Espoir' can be customized according to requests. Dishes tailored to various needs, such as vegetarian plates, are also available.
The restaurant is located in a quiet residential area close to Hikone Castle. The interior feels like a hidden retreat, providing warmth and comfort. From the counter seats, guests can enjoy the skilled techniques and splendid performances of the chef, who trained in France and honed his skills at various renowned establishments. With a reservation, it is also possible to experience teppanyaki, including a flambé demonstration with the chef.
La Cuisine Enju
Open: 12:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Hikone Station. It is right after turning the corner of Miyazaki Grocery Store.
Address: 8-13, Funamachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Hikone Station. It is right after turning the corner of Miyazaki Grocery Store.
Address: 8-13, Funamachi, Hikone-shi, Shiga
Omi Kaiseki Kiyomoto
Experience the flavors of Shiga with traditional and innovative Omi Kaiseki.
Omi Kaiseki Kiyomoto, located a 15-minute walk from Ogoto Onsen Station, is a kaiseki restaurant with the motto "Taste is the heart, skill is the soul, cuisine is sensitivity, and maintain a calm mind every day." It uses the techniques of Kyoto cuisine and incorporates unique ingredients from Shiga Prefecture. It is offered as Omi Kaiseki, named after the old name of Shiga Prefecture, Omi. Guests can savor seasonal blessings from Shiga, including Omi beef, lake fish from Lake Biwa, fermented foods, game, Omi rice, and local vegetables.
The restaurant, which is committed to natural ingredients, features a Japanese modern space with a white wood theme. The recommended seating is the spacious counter, where guests can enjoy the live experience of watching their dishes being prepared right in front of them. For those who value privacy, there are also completely private rooms available. Guests can savor the pairing of dishes with Omi tea, local sake, and Shiga-produced wine, allowing them to experience the essence of Shiga.
Omi-Kaiseki Kiyomoto
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from Ogoto Onsen Station on JR Kosei Line
Address: 6-1-35, Ogoto, Otsu-shi, Shiga
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Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 15-minute walk from Ogoto Onsen Station on JR Kosei Line
Address: 6-1-35, Ogoto, Otsu-shi, Shiga
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
