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 20 °C, clear sky, 12 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4992 m (4720 to 5170 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| do 1 okt | 13 / 20 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| vr 2 okt | 12 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| za 3 okt | 10 / 17 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| zo 4 okt | 9 / 13 °C | rain showers | dry | 1 h sun |
| ma 5 okt | 10 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| di 6 okt | 11 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| wo 7 okt | 10 / 14 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 4 h sun |
| do 8 okt | 8 / 14 °C | clear sky | dry | 10 h sun |
| vr 9 okt | 7 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
| za 10 okt | 10 / 18 °C | overcast | dry | 3 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.