Shimo-sakamoto Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Shimo-sakamoto
Popular places to visit

Biwako Valley Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Otsu with a visit to Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Lake Biwa Canal
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Biwa Canal during your travels in Otsu. Wander the lakeside or discover the hot springs in this culturally rich area.

Enryakuji Temple
After visiting Enryakuji Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ishiyamadera Temple
After visiting Ishiyamadera Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Otsu. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Biwako Otsukan
Enjoy an outing to Biwako Otsukan during your stay in Otsu. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mii-dera
You can find out about the history of Otsu with a visit to Mii-dera. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Activities

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto

Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto

From Osaka or Kyoto: Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kyoto

Kyoto: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Kyoto Kimono Rental Chamatsu Ladies Plan with Hair Set
Our pick of the best Shimo-sakamoto Hotel Deals

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
Very nice hotel with excellent location and very helpful staff. But difficult to enjoy the amenities and Onsen due to so many guests and a bit of overcrowding.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Hotel Emion Kyoto
There are no parking lot.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hotel Gracery Kyoto Sanjo
Fabulous!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto
Staff, amenities. We love the Hotel
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Cross Hotel Kyoto
Room la were spacious compared to other hotels and honestly perfectly sized. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Location is perfect! I would definitely come back and stay here.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

sequence KYOTO GOJO
Nothing to be worried about if you arrive at the property earlier than a check-in time (5:00pm). There is a storage room for your luggage and you can create your own combination locks. At check-in, Front Desk staff will help you to self check-in using your passport(s) and making your own room key(s). ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026


