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Shiga
Lake Biwa, castle keeps and merchant canals
Explore the lakeshore around Lake Biwa, look toward Hikone Castle for samurai-era architecture, or stroll the merchant canals of Omihachiman. The prefecture wraps around a vast lake, so choose a shoreline and confirm local connections rather than trying to circle it in a single sightseeing day.
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