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Water Activities
| Water activity type | Stand up paddle board (SUP) |
| Activity season | Summer |
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Instruction language | Japanese |
| Activity level | Beginner |
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
Product Info
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- This SUP experience tour takes you to the mystical Shirahige Shrine, where the crystal clear water and floating torii gates create a magical atmosphere! Located in the beautiful western part of Lake Biwa, boasting the best water quality of any part of the lake, you can gaze out at the horizon and feel the overwhelming vastness of Lake Biwa and the majesty of nature. Enjoy the majestic mountains and the beautiful Lake Biwa! Take a commemorative photo in front of the mid-lake torii gate! Your destination, Shirahige Shrine, is Lake Biwa's pride and joy! It's also known as Omi's Itsukushima, thanks to its large torii gate floating in the lake with Okishima Island in the background. As the oldest shrine in Omi, it is known as the god of longevity and prolonged life, as its name suggests. It is also the "god of guidance" for all pursuits, including safe navigation, perfect for SUP. The large torii gate is said to be a landmark for visitors arriving by boat. There's plenty to see within the shrine grounds, so be sure to pay your respects before heading home!
- A SUP experience tour to Shirahige Shrine, where the torii gates floating on the water are mysterious
- The beautiful western part of Lake Biwa boasts the best water quality, and while gazing out at the horizon, you can feel the overwhelming vastness of Lake Biwa and the majesty of nature. Your destination, Shirahige Shrine, is Lake Biwa's pride and joy! With a large torii gate floating in the lake with Okishima Island in the background, it is also known as Omi's Itsukushima. During swimming season, you can also enjoy BBQs and camp in bungalows and tents at Shirahige Beach.
- Even children, women, and first-timers!
- Stand-up paddleboarding is a sport that anyone can enjoy, regardless of gender, as it involves riding a stable board and using a paddle like a walking stick to help you balance. SUP, which is done in still water, is relatively safe and can be enjoyed by anyone!
- Refresh your mind and body!
- You can deeply experience the wonders of nature with the sounds of the flowing water, the crashing waves, the scent of beautiful flowers, the sunlight filtering through the trees, the majestic mountains, and the murmuring of waterfowl.
Take a commemorative photo in front of the torii gate!
Beautiful water quality, the vast Lake Biwa, and beautiful mountains
Enjoy with your family and friends!
Fun for the whole family, including kids!
Great fun for couples and friends!
Enjoy the extraordinary feeling of standing on the waters of the vast Lake Biwa!
Enjoy the beautiful and majestic nature!
The water is so clear that you'll often encounter schools of fish while paddling!
Sunset time is also available from July to August!
This is a very popular tour where you can enjoy a spectacular SUP experience!
What You Can Expect
Duration: 3 hour(s)
1 Day
- 00:00Reception. The reception for Shirahige SUP is located as you enter Shirahigehama Campground, closest to Kyoto (towards Shirahige Shrine), and is marked by a large white glamping tent. There are also changing rooms within the facility, so please change into your clothes and arrive at reception 5 minutes early.
- 00:00Before getting on the SUP on the lake, the instructor will explain how to get on the SUP, how to use the paddle and your body, and the course.
- 00:00Set off towards Shirahige Shrine's great torii gate in the lake! You'll actually get on a SUP on the water and practice paddling as you set off towards Shirahige Shrine and the great torii gate. Once you get used to it, you'll have time to enjoy the scenery. Burn the power and beauty of the vast Lake Biwa into your eyes.
- 00:00Arrive at the large torii gate of Shirahige Shrine! Take a commemorative photo! Perfect for Instagram! Pass through the large torii gate that towers over the mystical Lake Biwa and take a commemorative photo in front of it! Your instructor will take plenty of photos during the experience and will send them to you by email later. We will take plenty of photos of the experience and the beautiful scenery. Feel free to use the photos or upload them to social media.
- 00:00Enjoy some free time around the great torii gate. You can park your board on one of the private sandy beaches dotted around the gate and go to pay your respects at Shirahige Shrine. Looking out into the beautiful, crystal clear water, you can see countless schools of fish. You can relax and take in the scenery, try your hand at SUP yoga, practice your turns, or paddle your SUP to explore the surrounding area. Some people even compete with their friends or try to drop their boats.
- 00:00We set off towards Shirahige Beach. After our free time is over, we'll head back towards Shirahige Beach, where we started. We'll paddle through the spectacular scenery while taking in the beautiful views. By the time we return, everyone will have become much better SUP riders!
- 00:00The finish line. We arrived safely at Shirahige Beach! It was a great workout, strengthening my core and sense of balance.
Purchase Notice
Regarding cancellation of the event:
- The tour will proceed even if it is light rain, but if there are safety concerns such as heavy rain, flooding, or strong wind/storm warnings, the tour may be cancelled. In the event of cancellation, we will not be able to compensate for travel expenses to the site, etc. Please be aware of this in advance.
Other important points to note:
- The nearest convenience store is Lawson Omi Takashima (next to JR Omi Takashima Station). There is also a hot spring called "Hiratopia" nearby.
Includes/Excludes
Reminders
Participant age: 5 to 70 years old
What to wear and bring: Please bring comfortable clothing and footwear that you don't mind getting wet, a towel, and a change of clothes.
Rental equipment: SUP board, paddle, leash, life jacket, waterproof bag
Minimum number of participants: 1 person
Meeting Point
Location Name: 1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1121, Shirahigehama SUP Experience Venue, Shirahigehama Swimming and Camping Area
Address: 1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1121, Shirahigehama SUP Experience Venue, Shirahigehama Swimming and Camping Area
How to Get There
・Meeting Time:
*The meeting time (experience time) will be determined based on reservation availability and will be announced after your reservation is received.
(We will adjust the time as much as possible if you wish.)
SUP Experience Times
①9:00-11:00 AM
②12:00-2:00 PM
③2:30 PM-4:30 PM
④5:00 PM-7:00 PM (Sunset time, only during peak season in July and August)
*Reservations required (Reservations the day before or on the day are OK!)
*We can accommodate small to large groups.
*We are popular for a variety of occasions, from solo trips and dates to making memories with family, company trips, outdoor training, recreation, club activities, dating, and events.
・Meeting Place:
The meeting place is "Shirohige Beach (Shirohige Beach Swimming and Camping Area)"
Address: 520-1121
1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture
Shirohige Beach Parking Fee: Starting from ¥1,000 (Standard Car/1 Day) *Capacity: 250 cars *Parking fees may vary during peak periods such as Obon.
Shirohige Beach Admission Fee (Facility Usage Fee): ¥500 (per person) *Changing rooms, restrooms, showers, water, etc. are available.
*Hot showers will be available from the end of March.
Experience Location
Location Name: 1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1121, Shirahigehama SUP Experience Venue, Shirahigehama Swimming and Camping Area
Address: 1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1121, Shirahigehama SUP Experience Venue, Shirahigehama Swimming and Camping Area
How to Get There
・By car:
By car
From the Meishin Kyoto Minami Interchange (approx. 55 minutes)
From the Meishin Kyoto Higashi Interchange (approx. 45 minutes)
・By train:
By train
From Omi-Takashima Station on the JR Kosei Line, walk approximately 20 minutes southeast toward Lake Biwa.
・By other means:
Meeting place: Shirahige Beach (Shirahige Beach Swimming and Camping Area)
Address: 1091 Ukawa, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-1121
Shirahige Beach Parking Fee: Starting from ¥1,000 (Standard Car, 1 Day) *Capacity: 250 cars *Parking fees may vary during peak periods such as Obon.
Shirahige Beach Admission Fee (Facility Usage Fee): ¥500 (per person) *Changing rooms, restrooms, showers, and water are available.
Hot showers will be available from the end of March.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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