[2024 Omihachiman Attraction] Travel Guide for Hachiman-bori Moat (Updated Dec)
Rivers
Ancient Towns
Historical Sites
Address:
Osugicho, Omihachiman, Shiga 523-0837, Japan
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Phone:
+81 748-32-7003
The moat of the historic Hachimanyama Castle [Hachimanbori]
When you come to Omi Hachiman, you will definitely see the beautiful [Hachimanbori]. It is an artificial moat that surrounds Hachiman Castle and flows into Lake Biwa. In ancient times, it allowed cargo ships traveling to and from Lake Biwa to dock. It is also called Hachimanura and is the center of Omi's merchant economy. It is an important thoroughfare for the circulation of goods and services, and its scenery is indescribable. Nowadays, the commercial road has become a tourist road, but the old houses and houses on both sides of Hachimanbori still form a picture against the sparkling river. You can still feel the strong historical atmosphere while traveling there.
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Lake Biwa Canal, Hachiman-bori, and Himure Hachimangu Shrine.
After disembarking from the Michigan cruise at Otsu Port at 14:30, we had a few hours before the fountain and fireworks show at Otsu Port at 19:30, so we continued to explore nearby attractions.
1. Lake Biwa Canal: This is a vital waterway connecting Kyoto and Otsu, transporting the abundant water resources of Lake Biwa to Kyoto. This canal, a great engineering feat of the Meiji era, is listed as a Japanese heritage site.
2. Hachiman-bori: Once a crucial economic and transportation route, the white-walled warehouses and old residences along the canal's banks reflect its former prosperity. Now a popular tourist spot and filming location, the canal is especially beautiful during cherry blossom season.
3. Himure Hachimangu Shrine: One of the oldest shrines in the area, passing through the tower gate leads to the main hall and worship hall. The shrine grounds are filled with hackberry and paulownia trees, adding to its ancient charm.