Ōmi Province, Historical province in Japan
Ōmi Province was a province in Japan that existed during the historical Edo period, located in present day Shiga Prefecture.
The province was known as 'the freshwater lake country' due to the presence of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake.
The province had a significant role as a transportation hub, benefiting from both land and water routes.
Today, one can visit the several preserved assets like Hikone Castle, archaeological sites, associated buildings which are recognized by national government of Japan.
It is home to the internationally famous Miho Museum, tucked away in the mountains.
Location: Tōsandō
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Ōmi Province was a province in Japan that existed during the historical Edo period, located in present day Shiga Prefecture.
Azuchi Castle, a hill castle located in Ōmihachiman, was one of the primary castles in Azuchi, Japan.
Sōken-ji is an exquisite example of Japanese religious architecture.
Ishiba-ji is a serene Buddhist temple located in Higashiōmi, Japan.
Kojin-yama Kofun is a large burial mound located in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture.
The Azuchi Castle Museum showcases artifacts related to Nobunaga Oda.
