Last Updated: Jul 3, 2024
Needing Nagahama
Samurai Era Vibes & Sacred Islands
Just recently, I had a harrowing realization while reviewing the locations that I’ve covered here on this blog thus far. Somehow, I had managed to skip featuring Shiga Prefecture’s charming town of Nagahama. Despite spending my most formative years nearby in Hikone and then also rolling through a number of times en route to Chikubushima, Nagahama somehow always got the shaft. Simply put, I wasn’t yet making content when I was living in the vicinity nor did I thereafter schedule enough time to properly explore the town. As a result, Nagahama was sorely lacking representation on this blog. It’s time to change that…
Never heard of Nagahama before? Well, I doubt you’re alone, dear reader. You see, this port town rarely pops up on the radars of overseas visitors to Japan. Found on the northeastern side of Lake Biwa, Nagahama is the type of place that one ought to envision when they hear the words “hidden gem.” Home to an eclectic assortment of historical and cultural allures, Nagahama is exactly the sort of site that people looking to get off the beaten path should be considering. Regardless of whether you’re a history buff or a connoisseur of the arts, there’s something for everyone in Nagahama.
