• Advance admission tickets can be purchased online until 21:00 the day before.

  
  

• Please purchase at the local counter on the day after online sales have ended. There is no admission limit due to sold out.

  
  

• On the hill where you can see Lake Biwa at an altitude of 630m, there are plenty of photogenic spots such as "Niji-no-Curtain" (Rainbow Curtain) woven by Takashima Chijimi, "Furin Yoshi-komichi" (Pathway of Wind Chimes), and the giant swing, "BIWAKOSWING".

  
  

• Experience Shiga Prefecture's longest zipline and the Japanese Alps Adventure, a nature attraction set up in the great outdoors.

  
  

• There are 4 observation decks in the park, and you can see Lake Biwa from the terrace from comfortable chairs.

  
  
• Choose from plenty of places to eat and buy local specialties in the park. Hana Terrace Cafe, where you can enjoy coffee and lunch while enjoying the flower garden, and parfait specialty restaurant LAMP, featuring parfaits with lanterns as serving vessels, offer photo-worthy menus!

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"Biwako Mt.Hakodate" is one of the largest nature resort parks in the Kansai
region, is located in Mt. Hakodate in the Kosei area of Shiga Prefecture, at
an elevation of approximately 680m above sea level.

The gondola (about 8 minutes per way) will take you to the summit station
where you can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa below, along with the seasonal view
and amusements in the park.

— Autumn Recommendation —

It is also known as a famous kochia spot and is very popular in the Kansai
region. The 8,000 kochia trees with red leaves will be at their best from late
September to mid-October.

— Attraction Introduction —

• Biwako no Mieru Oka (Hill with a View of Lake Biwa)-

You can enjoy extraordinary scenery such as "Niji-no-Curtain" (the Rainbow
Curtain) woven by Takashima Chijimi, "Furin Yoshi-komichi" (the Pathway of
Wind Chimes and Reeds), where you can find 882 wind chimes playing in the
wind, and the giant BIWAKO SWING.

Observation decks are set up at four viewpoints, where you can enjoy a
panoramic view of Lake Biwa from the terrace in relaxing chairs.

Petunias, salvias, sunflowers, begonias, zinnias, and other flowers spread all
over the area, offering a different natural beauty in each season.

Kochia is characterized by its lovely fluffy and fuzzy appearance.
Approximately 8,000 Kochia trees are planted on the hill, and visitors can
enjoy their light green leaves in summer and crimson leaves in autumn.

Inside the park, there are plenty of places to eat and buy local specialty
souvenirs. Hana Cafe serves coffee and light meals, and at the parfait
specialty store LAMP, you can enjoy seasonal flavors using seasonal fruits.

— Activity Introduction —

You can experience nature with your whole body on Shiga Prefecture's longest
zipline and a Japanese Alps Adventure set up in the mountain forest.

— About Hakodateyama Night Gondola —

Night gondola rides take place every Saturday and are included with your
admission ticket.

*Please note that there will be a special opening on Tuesday, September 17th, to celebrate the harvest moon; however, the starry sky talk event will not be held on this day.

• Hakodateyama Night Gondola - Night of Stars and Moon
  
  At night, you can enjoy the illuminated rainbow curtains and mesmerizing
  illuminations at a relaxed pace, creating a completely different atmosphere
  from the daytime. Don't forget to admire the moon's reflection on the surface
  of Lake Biwa!
  
  Night of Stars and Moon begins at 8:00 p.m., so please gather in front of the
  Second Hut in advance.
  
  Picnic sheets and blankets are available at the shop inside the Second Hut.
  
  The last entry time and the last gondola ride boarding time is 7:40pm.
  
  Please note that during the Starry Sky Night event, the lights will be turned
  off and the gondolas will not be operating.
  
  Please enjoy stargazing with the help of the Star Brother and Star Sister.
  
  The facility will not be open after the event, so guests will be guided
  directly to the gondola.
  
  Last gondola boarding time: 7:40 PM
  
  Last return gondola departure time: 8:45 PM
  
  *Please be careful not to miss your ride.

Enjoy a magical moment as the moonlight illuminates the surface of Lake Biwa

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