A townscape that feels like stepping into a historical drama: "Hachiman-bori Canal"

📝﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏Spot Details

📍Hachiman-bori Canal
📌〒523-0821 Tagacho area, Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan

🕛 Free to explore (hours vary by facility)
💰 Free to stroll (boat tours require a fee)
🚗 Parking: Paid tourist parking available nearby

✎﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏﹏One-Point Information

🏯 Hachiman-bori Canal is a historic waterway built during the Sengoku period by Toyotomi Hidetsugu, supporting the prosperity of Omi merchants.
🌸 The seasonal scenery, such as cherry blossoms and autumn leaves reflecting on the water, is stunning, making it perfect for strolling or boat tours.
🎬 Famous as a filming location for movies and dramas, it allows visitors to experience the world of historical dramas and novels.
🚤 Popular activities include riding a yakatabune (roofed pleasure boat) for the "Hachiman-bori Canal Tour" or strolling along the surrounding stone-paved streets.
📸 The stone walls, old townscape, and waterfront views are photogenic, making it a notable spot for social media.

🚉 Access:
・About 7 minutes by Omi Railway Bus from JR "Omihachiman Station," get off at "Osugicho" and walk about 5 minutes.
・Can be visited together with Himure Hachimangu Shrine and Club Harie Himurekan.

Post by futaritabi | Aug 29, 2025