Best Student Accommodation in Hikone, Japan

University of Shiga Prefecture

• Casita has student accommodation in Hikone close to Central Hikone.

• There are several bus stops near the university like Yasaka Bus Stop.

• Nearby landmarks include the Hikone Castle Museum.

Shiga University

• We have student accommodation in Hikone close to Central Hikone.

• There are several bus stops near the university like Nagasoneguchi Bus Stop.

• Nearby landmarks include the Genkyuen Garden.

Hikone is a very interesting city. You can try pottery making in the town of Shigaraki. This town is famous for its pottery and stoneware ceramic products. A must-visit place in Hikone is the national treasure Hikone Castle. This castle is the main landmark of the city. It is considered the most significant historical building in Shiga. This castle is one of only five castles in Japan whose main keep is original and listed as a National Treasure. Another interesting place to visit is the Genkyu-en Garden. You can walk around the garden in the circular walking trail and enjoy its beautiful landscape on the central pond. Lake Biwa is also worth visiting. It is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, located entirely within Shiga Prefecture, northeast of the former capital city of Kyoto. It is an ancient lake, over 4 million years old.

Hikone is served by a railway system. You can find railway stations all over the country. You can find several bus stations throughout the city as well; the city is well connected via bus system. Taxis are also available, as well as renting cars.