Okubiwako Parkway

An 18.8-kilometer-long scenic driving course extending from Prefectural Route 513 to 512 and from the Tsukidetoge Pass to Oura Nishiazai-cho, Nagahama City. Drivers along the road can enjoy picturesque views of Lake Biwa and Chikubushima Island. The Tsuzura Ozaki Observatory, which also has a restaurant and plaza, is also located on the road. The road is also famous for the thousands of cherry trees which come into bloom here in the spring.

Spot details

Address: Shiga ken Nagahama shi Nishiiii Town Map
Area: Kohoku / Nagahama Area
Hours: 8:00-18:00 (gate closes at 17:00)
Closed: The winter season(Dec.-Mar.)
※Subject to change depending on snow conditions
Fees: [Admission fee]Free
Parking Lot: Available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Estimated stay time: 60-120 minutes