This is a live camera installed at Biwako Valley in Kido, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. You can see Lake Biwa, the Biwako Valley Ropeway, the Biwako Valley Ski Resort slopes, and Mt. Horai. It is distributed by Biwako Valley. You can also check the weather forecast, rain cloud radar, and maps.
Located in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, Biwako Valley is a popular mountain resort with a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. It spans Mt. Uchimi and Mt. Horai, both at an altitude of about 1,100m, and from the top you can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of Lake Biwa. In particular, the “Biwako Terrace” is famous as a spot that looks good on social media, and it also has a cafe attached.
As a facility that can be enjoyed throughout the year, in winter it serves as a ski resort with nine diverse courses, attracting many skiers and snowboarders from beginners to advanced skiers. When snowfall occurs, world-class artificial snow machines are used to maintain good snow quality.
During the green season (spring to fall), there are plenty of activities to enjoy, such as zip lines and skywalkers, and the free play area for children is also popular. Japan’s fastest ropeway takes you to the summit in about three and a half minutes, and from the 360-degree glass cabin you can enjoy the beautiful seasonal scenery as if you were taking an aerial stroll. The scenery captivates visitors, with about 1,000 cherry trees in spring and autumn leaves at their best in fall.
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Live camera information
- Distribution type – Still image
- Distribution/Management – Biwako Valley
- Installation location – Biwako Valley, 1547-1 Kido, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture 520-0514
Weather in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture
Rain cloud radar in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture
Map of Kido, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture (Google Maps)
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