Biwako Valley
About Biwako Valley
A high-altitude terrace escape where visitors trade Kyoto's heat for panoramic views across Japan's largest ancient lake.
Highlights
- Infinity view decks
- Scenic ropeway ascent
- Lakeside mountain trails
- Summer alpine breeze
Key Facts
- Altitude: 941m
- Top lift: 1172m
- Ski pistes: 4.9km
- Ski lifts: 8
- Lakes nearby: 7
- MTB trails: 1.3km
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Biwako Valley
- Today: 13 to 19 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 5010 m (4720 to 5200 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| jue, 1 oct | 13 / 19 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| vie, 2 oct | 12 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| sáb, 3 oct | 10 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| dom, 4 oct | 11 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| lun, 5 oct | 11 / 14 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| mar, 6 oct | 11 / 14 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| mié, 7 oct | 9 / 13 °C | drizzle | dry | 11 h sun |
| jue, 8 oct | 9 / 15 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| vie, 9 oct | 9 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 5 h sun |
| sáb, 10 oct | 10 / 15 °C | drizzle | dry | 8 h sun |
Getting to Biwako Valley
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM), 63 km away, about 1h35 by road
Where to stay in Biwako Valley
18 places to stay for a night on 2026-10-02, from 67 EUR per night, median 192 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Biwako Valley page.