The short one-hour boat trip begins with the sound of a gong during the departure ceremony. It seems that anyone who wishes can try striking the gong. Along the way, there is a singing and dancing performance, and at the end, instruments are handed out to the passengers, and everyone can participate in playing along with the singing and dancing of the ladies and gentlemen. The time flies by. The explanations of the scenery from the ship and the highlights of the ship were also easy to understand.
We went as a family. It was a lovely experience walking around and ziplining amidst the bright, cool weather and flowers during Golden Week. What made me happiest was that the guide was excellent at teaching, and everyone was having fun, chatting with each other, and enjoying themselves together.
I used this cable car on my way back from climbing Mount Hiei. I was so impressed to see Chikubu Island and Mount Hakusan from here. It was a very retro-feeling cable car.
Our guide and driver was Kuwabara, who explained the significance of each attraction in Japan and highlighted the Culture Museum as one of the most memorable places.
Enjoy the aesthetics of Japanese temples and gardens, the tranquility in the air of Sanchiin, the architectural workmanship of Shirasu Shrine Torii⛩️, the beautiful scenery of Mangetsu Temple surrounded by mountains and lakes, and finally join the dessert factory and taste delicious desserts and guide Liudu's key explanations.
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Otsu Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Otsu year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 10.5–19.3°C, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially frequent in April and May. Common activities: Flower viewing, Lake Biwa cruises. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirts.
Summer (June–August): Average 23.7–29.5°C, hot and humid with frequent rainfall, especially from June to August. Common activities: Swimming, water sports, visiting summer resorts. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, shorts, sun protection clothing.
Autumn (September–November): Average 19.1–27.1°C, comfortable and pleasant climate with gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, autumn foliage viewing, outdoor excursions. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 5.1–7.2°C, cold and dry with low rainfall. Common activities: Skiing (requires travel to mountainous areas), onsen experience. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf, gloves.
Otsu climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 17.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1656 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Otsu monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
5.1°C
47.4
February
6.1°C
72.5
March
10.5°C
131.3
April
16.4°C
182.2
May
19.3°C
199.8
June
23.7°C
248.8
July
28.9°C
176
August
29.5°C
254.7
September
27.1°C
127.3
October
19.1°C
105.2
November
13.9°C
91.9
December
7.2°C
19.2
Otsu weather for the next seven days
5/29
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
24°C/13.7°C
5/30
Saturday
Sunny
28.5°C/11.5°C
5/31
Sunday
Sunny
31.5°C/15.1°C
6/1
Monday
Sunny
31.4°C/16.9°C
6/2
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
22.7°C/18.2°C
6/3
Wednesday
Heavy rain
19°C/17.8°C
6/4
Thursday
Overcast
24.3°C/17.6°C
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