Lake Biwa Museum
from $3.44
- Entry fees included
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Highlights
- Lake Biwa Museum showcases the natural environment, history, and culture surrounding Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake.
- Observe freshwater species up close, including rare and endemic fish.
- Combines indoor exhibits with lakeside views, ideal for capturing nature and culture.
- Learn about local crafts, traditional fishing, and environmental conservation of the Biwa region.
About this experience
What to expect
What's included
- Lake Biwa Museum Permanent exhibition ticket
- Student
Not included
- Other than the above-mentioned
Things to note
- Closed on Mondays (open on holidays).
- For details, please visit the official website.
- To prevent the spread of infections, certain exhibits have been temporarily suspended, and preventive measures have been implemented throughout the facility
- Starting January 1, 2025, individuals under 18 years old (including high school students) can visit the permanent exhibition for free.
- · In case of bad weather, we may have to cancel the activity
- *Some aquarium tanks (such as the Lake Biwa giant catfish tank and the red catfish tank) in the exhibition rooms are currently closed
- • Cannot be used in conjunction with other promo codes, coupons, or discounts.
- Please confirm before purchase.
- Free admission for those under 18 years old (including elementary, junior high, and high school students, individuals with disability IDs, and Shiga Prefecture residents aged 65 and above).
- Under such circumstances, we will not be able to compensate for transportation costs to the activity location.
- Non-refundable
- Please show the ticket screen at the entrance.
- • This ticket does not reduce wait time.
- No pets allowed (except for guide dogs, service dogs, and hearing assistance dogs).
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