JR Otsu Station

Otsu Station is a major station served by the JR Biwako Line and Tokaido Main Line. As the gateway to Otsu, the capital of Shiga Prefecture, it is a key transportation hub with excellent access just about 10 minutes from Kyoto Station.

Located in the city center near Lake Biwa, the station is widely used as a base for business and sightseeing. It also houses the Vierra Otsu shopping complex and offers a full range of convenient facilities for a comfortable journey.

The surrounding area features a variety of attractions, including the Otsu Castle Ruins, which preserve traces of the city's history, and Otsu Port, a gateway for sightseeing on Lake Biwa. Cultural and sightseeing destinations such as Biwako Hall and the Lake Biwa Flower Fountain are also easily accessible, making the station an ideal starting point for exploring Shiga Prefecture.

Local and sightseeing buses also depart from in front of the station, providing convenient transportation throughout the city and surrounding areas. The station is an essential transportation hub for visiting Otsu, where history, culture, and nature come together.