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: 12 to 16 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4601 m (4300 to 4860 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ven 2 ott | 12 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| sab 3 ott | 11 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| dom 4 ott | 12 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| lun 5 ott | 12 / 17 °C | clear sky | dry | 7 h sun |
| mar 6 ott | 11 / 15 °C | drizzle | dry | 5 h sun |
| mer 7 ott | 9 / 14 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 9 h sun |
| gio 8 ott | 8 / 18 °C | drizzle | dry | 6 h sun |
| ven 9 ott | 11 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| sab 10 ott | 11 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| dom 11 ott | 11 / 17 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 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 2026-10-09, from 75 EUR per night, median 207 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Biwako Valley page.