Shiga Prefecture, Prefecture in Japan
Shiga Prefecture is part of the Kinki region on Honshu Island, Japan.
It was earlier known as Ōmi Province and was a part of the old Tōsandō circuit.
Shiga is known for its stunning Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake, that heavily influences local culture.
Though lesser-known than neighboring Kyoto or Osaka, Shiga offers visitors an array of temples, shrines, hiking trails, and even skiing opportunities.
The ancient Enryaku-ji temple located in Shiga boasts the longest wooden corridor in Japan.
Location: Japan
Capital city: Ōtsu
Population: 1411168
Website: pref.shiga.lg.jp
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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Shiga Prefecture is part of the Kinki region on Honshu Island, Japan.
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