Hachiman Moat
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Waterside Tour of Omi Hachiman, One of Japan’s Top Three Waterside Towns
Here is a tour to relax and enjoy the view while hand paddled along by the boatman in a traditional Japanese riverboat. While floating through the dense reeds of the river, you can get great views of Mt. Azuchi from the old houseboats. One can also look forward to the different scenes that appear with the changing of the seasons. Here, time will just float on by (Boat runs from April to November).
(Source: PIXTA)
The Pride of Japan’s Flowers: Japanese Iris
Beautiful Japanese irises bloom all around the Hachiman Moat from May to June. The Japanese iris is considered the pride of Japan’s flowers throughout the world and was first produced by modifying the iris ensata flower over generations which could be found growing naturally throughout the country since the mid Edo period. Let’s enjoy the contrast made by the historical townscape and the beautiful irises.
(Source: PIXTA)
Fantastical Night Illuminations of the Hachiman Moat Festival
All time seems to stop during this wondrous Hachiman Moat Festival – Town Illumination held in September when illuminations spread as far as the eye can see throughout the town and one can get a glimpse of Japan’s ancient past. Strolling through the nostalgic atmosphere during long autumn nights is a remarkable experience not to be missed.
(Source: PIXTA)
Himure Hachiman Shrine
The Himure Hachiman Shrine boasts over 1,000 years of worship for the local merchant guardian deity of Omi. The Sagicho Festival comes with the advent of spring in March and in April is the National Important Intangible Folk-Cultural Property designated Hachiman Festival where people give thanks and offer prayers to the local gods. The glorious parade floats of the Sagicho Festival are a must see!
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Club Harie Himure Cafe
Near the bank of the canal is the wonderful Club Harie Himure Café. It’s famous for soft baumkuchen cakes and antique atmosphere from the seasonal garden and beautiful terrace. Come on in for some fresh baked sweets.
(Source: 食べログ)
(Source: PIXTA)
Waterside Tour of Omi Hachiman, One of Japan’s Top Three Waterside Towns
Here is a tour to relax and enjoy the view while hand paddled along by the boatman in a traditional Japanese riverboat. While floating through the dense reeds of the river, you can get great views of Mt. Azuchi from the old houseboats. One can also look forward to the different scenes that appear with the changing of the seasons. Here, time will just float on by (Boat runs from April to November).
(Source: PIXTA)
The Pride of Japan’s Flowers: Japanese Iris
Beautiful Japanese irises bloom all around the Hachiman Moat from May to June. The Japanese iris is considered the pride of Japan’s flowers throughout the world and was first produced by modifying the iris ensata flower over generations which could be found growing naturally throughout the country since the mid Edo period. Let’s enjoy the contrast made by the historical townscape and the beautiful irises.
(Source: PIXTA)
Fantastical Night Illuminations of the Hachiman Moat Festival
All time seems to stop during this wondrous Hachiman Moat Festival – Town Illumination held in September when illuminations spread as far as the eye can see throughout the town and one can get a glimpse of Japan’s ancient past. Strolling through the nostalgic atmosphere during long autumn nights is a remarkable experience not to be missed.
(Source: PIXTA)
Himure Hachiman Shrine
The Himure Hachiman Shrine boasts over 1,000 years of worship for the local merchant guardian deity of Omi. The Sagicho Festival comes with the advent of spring in March and in April is the National Important Intangible Folk-Cultural Property designated Hachiman Festival where people give thanks and offer prayers to the local gods. The glorious parade floats of the Sagicho Festival are a must see!
(Source: 旅のスナップ)
Club Harie Himure Cafe
Near the bank of the canal is the wonderful Club Harie Himure Café. It’s famous for soft baumkuchen cakes and antique atmosphere from the seasonal garden and beautiful terrace. Come on in for some fresh baked sweets.
(Source: 食べログ)
