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Otsu

Otsu is a nature rich city located southwest of Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, and is surrounded by the lush greenery of Mount Hiei and Mount Hira.
With a history spanning over 1350 years since being designated the capital of Japan, the city is home to numerous cultural heritage sites that continue to captivate visitors.
Today, Otsu thrives as the most populous city in Shiga prefecture, offering excellent access to Kyoto and Osaka, as well as a scenic and comfortable living environment.

The historic Lake Capital, Otsu.
We look forward to welcoming you to the city where urban life, nature, and history coexist in harmony.

Access

Kyoto station> Otsu Station: JR (9 min.)
Kansai International Airport> Otsu Station: Haruka Express (75 min.) and JR (9 min.) via Kyoto station
Osaka International Airport> Otsu Station: Shuttle Bus (125 min.) and JR (9 min.) via Kyoto station
Tokyo Station> Otsu station: Nozomi Shinkansen (135 min.) and JR (9 min.) via Kyoto station

Contact

Otsu City Hall MICE Promotion Office

〒520-8575, Japan 3-1 Goryo-cho, Otsu-shi, Shiga
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+81-77-528-2864
https://otsu.or.jp/otsumice/
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Pre-/Post-Convention Programs

Otsu-e Painting Experience
Otsu-e, a style of folk painting that emerged in the post town of Otsu-juku along the Tokaido road, became a popular local specialty. At the time, it was even said that "in the east, there was ukiyo-e, and in the west, there was Otsu-e." With its charming and expressive style, Otsu-e remains a symbol of the town, appearing in various locations throughout the area.
Yamabushi Monk Training Experience
Mii-dera, a sacred site for Shugendo (a traditional Japanese mountain ascetic practice), offers an immersive yamabushi monk training experience where participants can wear the traditional attire of mountain monks, including a suzukake robe, yui-gesa sash, and a tokin headpiece.
The experience takes place on an accessible mountain trail, with monks providing clear guidance along the way, making it a welcoming activity even for beginners.

Support Programs for Convention

Support for bidding process
Category	Type of Support	Availability
Site inspection	Arranging an inspection trip for site selection	Yes
Support for hosting/preparation
Category	Type of Support	Availability
PR	Support for encouraging participation in the event	Yes
PR	Supporting other PR activities	N/A
Conference and event preparation	Providing information on PCOs, travel agencies and event management companies	Yes
	Providing information on reception venues (including unique venues)	Yes
	Providing information on related programs (local attractions, traditional performing arts, post-convention programs, sightseeing and hands-on experiences with Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants)	Yes
	Providing tourism information	Yes
Conference and event operation	Arranging reception venues (including unique venues)	N/A
	Arranging volunteers	N/A
	Setting up an information desk	N/A
	Providing maps/guidebooks for participants	Yes
	Arranging shuttle buses	N/A
	Providing convention bags	Yes
Hospitality	Welcome posters and digital signage	N/A
	Welcome message by the head of the local government	N/A
	Providing discount tickets to tourist facilities	N/A
	Providing discounts on public transportation	N/A
	Dispatching tourism ambassadors	Yes
Related programs	Making arrangements for attractions and traditional performing arts	Yes
	Making arrangements for post-convention programs	N/A
	Making arrangements for sightseeing and hands-on experiences of Japanese culture for persons accompanying conference participants	Yes
	Arranging tour interpreters and guides	Yes

Support Programs for Incentive Travel

Support for Planning Incentive Travel
Type of Support	Availability
Site inspection support (provision of accommodation, food, tourist activities)	N/A
Creation of draft proposals, providing information	Yes
Financial and Logistical Support for Incentive Travel
Type of Support	Availability
Accommodation	N/A
Airport transfer services	N/A
Welcome banners	N/A
Chartered transport (e.g. coaches)	N/A
Prepaid cards for public transport	N/A
Venues (MICE facilities, unique venues)	With conditions
Event management services	N/A
Recruiting volunteers to assist at events	N/A
Excursions, technical visits etc.	N/A
Attractions, entertainment etc.	N/A
Experience programs	N/A
Local cuisine, traditional cuisine	N/A
Greeting at airport or station	N/A
Greeting or welcome letter from local government head	N/A
Travel brochures	Yes
Discount coupons	N/A
Giveaways	N/A