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The best waterfall hikes and walks around Lake Biwa

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Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks around Lake Biwa. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails around Lake Biwa with waterfalls.

Last updated: November 26, 2025

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1. View of Wakasa Bay – Mount Hourai (1,174 m) loop from 蓬莱

14.1km

05:46

1,080m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) – View of Kyoto loop from Jodoji-Kamiminamidacho

5.76km

02:08

360m

370m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Philosopher's Path – Nanzen-ji Temple loop from 蹴上

7.24km

02:20

300m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera Temple) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from Kiyomizu 3-chome

2.73km

00:46

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Kyoto – Fushimi Inari Shrine loop from 東山

23.9km

07:07

690m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best waterfall hikes and walks around Lake Biwa

1. View of Wakasa Bay – Mount Hourai (1,174 m) loop from 蓬莱

2. Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion) – View of Kyoto loop from Jodoji-Kamiminamidacho

3. Philosopher's Path – Nanzen-ji Temple loop from 蹴上

4. Nio-mon Gate (Kiyomizu-dera Temple) – Kiyomizu-dera Pagoda loop from Kiyomizu 3-chome

5. View of Kyoto – Fushimi Inari Shrine loop from 東山

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