Biwako Otsukan is 5 mi (8 km) from central Otsu, why not stop by during your stay. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Biwako Otsukan, you'll love Otsu City Science Museum and Murin-an, both located nearby.