Tickets for the permanent exhibition at the Biwako Museum, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.
- The museum dedicated to Lake Biwa, Japan's largest ancient lake, presents a complete picture of the lake's origins and the surrounding culture.
- The aquarium exhibit allows for close observation of over 2,000 species of organisms and native species in Lake Biwa.
- The exhibits offer a rich array of sensory experiences, including touch and smell, making it a fun and educational experience for families.
- Purchase permanent exhibition tickets on KKday. Tickets are valid for 3 months after purchase. Simply present the QR code for entry.
Attraction Tickets
| Ticket type | E-ticket (direct entry) |
| Exhibit type | Natural science |
| Attraction type | Ecology & conservation, Aquariums |
Product Info
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—Shiga Prefectural Biwako Museum—
The Shiga Prefectural Biwako Museum, located on the Karasuma Peninsula on the shores of Lake Biwa, is a comprehensive museum that allows visitors to "understand Lake Biwa through their bodies." Lake Biwa is one of the largest lakes in Japan and is also known as an ancient lake with a history of approximately 4 million years. The museum guides visitors through a complete understanding of this "Mother Lake," from the formation of Lake Biwa and its natural environment to the historical changes in people's lives along its shores, through clearly planned exhibition areas.
The museum also features an aquarium exhibit, allowing visitors to see the "living appearance" of Biwa Lake's creatures and observe its ecosystem, including many endemic species. It is a rare comprehensive museum in Taiwan that combines natural history, cultural history, and aquarium exhibits. The museum also has experiential exhibition spaces that allow visitors to explore with their five senses, enabling children and adults alike to learn and discover through interaction.
The aquarium exhibit, "The Lake Now and Us ~Aquatic Life and Life~", features one of the largest freshwater aquariums in Japan, introducing the life of Lake Biwa and the relationship between people and lakes.
The outdoor exhibition "Observing Nature Around Us" connects the indoor exhibits with the outdoor natural environment. It features a living experiment workshop for hands-on experience, as well as areas for nature observation such as "Ancient Forest" and "Yayoi Forest".
Purchase Notice
-Operations Announcement-
- The museum is closed every Monday (except for national holidays). There may be temporary closures, please refer to official announcements for details.
- The opening status of the facilities may be adjusted due to maintenance, activities or force majeure. Please refer to the on-site announcements for the most up-to-date information.
- Visitors aged 18 and under (including primary/secondary/high school students) and those holding a disability certificate are admitted free of charge. Upon admission, you may be required to present identification; failure to do so may result in a ticket price adjustment or refusal of admission.
- Tickets are valid for one day and can be re-entered during opening hours after leaving the museum on the same day.
- Exhibition and Facility Notes -
- Some tanks in the aquarium exhibition hall (such as the Biwa Lake catfish tank and the small catfish tank) are currently under renovation and are temporarily closed. Please refer to the on-site announcements for details.
- Biological organisms are prohibited from being brought into the exhibition room; if necessary, please store them properly in sealed containers.
- Assistance dogs are allowed in the facility.
- Please do not run or make loud noises inside the venue.
Discovery Room (Experience Zone) Usage Rules-
- The Discovery Room operates on a time-slot system starting at 10:00 (closed from 12:00 to 13:00 on weekends and public holidays).
- Entry requires a voucher issued in front of the Discovery Room after the museum opens on the same day. Places are limited and entry may not be possible.
Reminders
The museum is closed every Monday (except for national holidays). There may be temporary closures, please refer to official announcements for details.
The opening status of the facilities may be adjusted due to maintenance, activities or force majeure. Please refer to the on-site announcements for the most up-to-date information.
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your QR code on-site
Experience Location
Location Name: Shiga Prefectural Biwako Museum
Address: 1091 Shimomono-cho, Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture 525-0001, Shiga Prefectural Biwako MuseumMonday Closed
Tuesday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Wednesday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Thursday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Friday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Saturday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Sunday 09:30–17:00 (Last Entry Time: 16:00)
Closed on Mondays (open as usual if it falls on a national holiday). There may be temporary closures, please refer to the official announcement for details.
Cancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- 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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