The whole circumference distance of Lake Yogo is about 7 km, which is impeccable for a daily walking. The traffic of the road is usually low, and the air flowing from the surrounding mountain is always fresh. So, after my retirement, I’ve made it a rule to make a walking exercise almost everyday in order to keep fit. Views around the lake is always changing. People never get tired of enjoying its everyday landscape. Since many colorful spots, such as historical heritages, sites of old legends, and unique fisherman’s devisal can be seen here and there from the hiking road, so sightseers, especially from abroad must be satisfied with the genuine countryside culture of Japan and interesting chats with the local people there.
Map of Lake Yogo
Overview
- Shiga
- 13,000 JPY
- 5 Hours
- 1 ~ 5 people
Itinerary
Meeting Point
JR Yogo Station- The Visitor Center & the Fishing Pier
- The Local Restaurant
- Rambling along the Small Hamlet of KAWANAMI (川並), visiting 2 local temples and Seeing the Inhabitants' Daily Lives
- Shimaura (島浦), One of the Seven Best Spots around the Lake
- Koyasu (子安)Temple Hall Enshrining the Deity of Mercy (地蔵菩薩)
- The Stone of the Big Snake’s Eye and the Pillow Stone (枕石)
- The Monument of Haiku Poem by Rotsu (路通), a Disciple of the Famous Haiku Poet Basho (芭蕉)
- Blue Lake Yogo with a Background of Snow-covered Yokoyama-dake Mountain (横山岳; 1,132 meters)
- Sites and Ruins Associated with Shizugatake Battle (賤ケ岳の戦い) in 1583
Ending Point
JR Yogo Station
What to Expect
- To be able to see and learn actual sites of old Japanese legend and history
- To be able to enjoy everyday changing landscape of Lake Yogo throughout the four seasons
- To be able to touch genuine Japanese culture through chatting with the local people here
- To be able to enjoy local cuisines
Inclusions & Exclusions
[Inclusions]
Guide Fee
[Exclusions]
1) Lunch and/or Dinner (For Tourists): Less than 1,500 (One Thousand and Five Hundred) JPY Each at a Maximum.
2) Any Unexpected Cost (For Tourists): Less than 1,000 (One Thousand) JPY Each at a Maximum.
Important Information
1) The tour consists of 5 hours walking excursion, basically starting from 11:00 AM to 16:00 (4:00 PM), including 1 hour lunch.
2) Meeting & “Good-bye” Place:
- 11:00 AM at JR Yogo Station (Tour start)
- 4:00 PM at JR Yogo Station (Tour end)
3) Lunch: A Set Menu of Local Foods from 12:00 AM to 1:00 PM
4) Peak Season: The destination spots may slightly change due to seasonal situation, after getting an approval from the guests
5) Longer or shorter Excursion time and other specific regions are available, on your request.
Remark
[Cancellation Policy]
1) Free cancellation – 10 days prior to meeting time
2) 50% Refund – 9 to 3 days prior to meeting time
3) No Refund – Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
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Reviews
Hi Yoshi
Thank you for everything. It’s very nice of you to capture our family memories. We really appreciate it.
Thank you very much for the pictures and yes go ahead and use as you please.
Hi, all the To san's family members.I strongly hope that all of your days in Japan this time will be unforgettable good memories.I was so glad to be able to meet all of you.I'll never forget the handsome families.From YoshiApr., 02 (Tue.), 2024
Hi Yoshi. Thank you so much for taking these beautiful photos of us. We will never forget our experience with you.
Yes, we were very tired yesterday. Just slept 10 hours. We got the pictures! If you want to use some for your own purpose you can.
I am OK with that.
Mark
Hi Yoshi. Thank you again for an amazing and very memorable experience that we will never forget.
Yes, you can use so of the photos for your website. Enjoy the rest of your day and be well :)
Chison Boren
Chison san and Mark san, good evening!Thank you for your reply. I was really happy to be able to share our time together. I’ll never forget the nice couple from New Hampshire!Thank you, From Yoshi
Hello Yoshi San,
Thank you for your kind words. You were a great guide, and we truly enjoyed our time with you.
I just saw this email so will attempt to download the pictures over the weekend. It is ok for you to use a few pics for your own website.
Stay well!
Best regards,
Sourav
Dear Yoshi san,
Thank you so much for the wonderful pictures and the great experience in Japan. We will forever treasure our memories.
Best,
Trina
Good day. I thank you very much for selecting me as a tour guide for the old capital (Kyoto & Nara).Though I'm a very amateurish and awkward tour guide, I tried my best for serving the nicest, handsome and valued guests who cameall the way from the USA.I strongly hope that all of your days in Japan this time will be unforgettable good memories.I was so glad to be able to meet all of you.I'll never forget the nicest family.From YoshiApr., 10 (Wed.), 2024
Yoshi,
Thank you for sending these pictures and for your warmth and hospitality throughout our tour. The city of Kyoto is magnificent, of course, but having you as our guide made it even better.
You have our permission to use any pictures you took of us on your website. Last, I really like your "back by popular demand" Peace Symbol T-shirt. I need to get one!
Warm regards,
Phil & Lynn Jonas
(1) Philip Jonas san(2) Lynn Jonas san(3) Antonio Thigpen Jr sanGood day. I thank you very much for selecting me as a tour guide for the old capital (Kyoto).Though I'm a very amateurish and awkward tour guide, I tried my best to serve the nicest, handsome and valued guests who cameall the way from the USA.I strongly hope that all of your days in Japan this time will be unforgettable good memories.I was so glad to be able to meet all of you.I'll never forget the handsome couple and the nice guy.From Yoshi
Thank you for a wonderful three days in Kyoto. I had a great time!
I was able to enjoy the Kyoto Museum, Hosomi museum and Heian Shrine!
And yes lunch was very good at the Kyoto Museum.
Thank you so much again for a wonderful and memorable 3 days in Kyoto and Osaka.
You are an excellent tour guide!
PS: I was able to view and download the photos. Thank you so much!!
Warm regards,
Vanessa Rizzo
Hello, Vanessa san.I have been really happy to share the good time for the 3 days with the smart and charming veterinarian from Olympia.
