◆ About Us ◆ WeeklyHouse Biwako Otsu has been operating in Otsu since 2021. We currently manage two properties with a total of six guest rooms in the city. The accommodations are operated by Hirari LLC, a professional real estate management company overseeing more than 200 rental apartments across Shiga Prefecture. With years of experience in property maintenance and hospitality cleaning, we provide safe, clean, and comfortable spaces where guests can fully relax and feel at home.

◆ A Private House — Your Home Away From Home ◆ Enjoy your own private house in the heart of Otsu, Shiga — just 10 minutes by JR train from Kyoto and about an hour from Osaka. Perfect for families or groups of friends, this spacious home offers privacy, comfort, and a relaxing stay near Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake. Located in a quiet and safe neighborhood, it’s an ideal retreat after exploring Kyoto or Shiga.｜◆ About Your Stay ◆ Spend cozy evenings in the living room, share meals, or cook together in the fully equipped kitchen. Whether it’s a family vacation or a trip with close friends, this home provides the space and warmth to relax and make lasting memories.｜◆ Rooms & Amenities ◆ The house has four semi-double beds and three futons, a large bathroom, and a bright living area. The kitchen includes an IH stove, refrigerator, microwave, rice cooker, toaster, and cookware. Other amenities include a washing machine, iron, hair dryer, air conditioning, TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Shampoo, conditioner, body soap, toothbrushes, and towels are provided for a comfortable stay.｜◆ For Longer Visits ◆ With full kitchen and laundry facilities, the home is ideal for extended stays, family trips, or workations. Guests enjoy the freedom to cook, do laundry, and explore Japan — from famous landmarks to quiet local spots — at their own pace.｜◆ Long-Stay Discounts ◆ Stay longer and save more: 30% off for 2+ nights, 35% off for 3+ nights, 50% off for 7+ nights, 60% off for 14+ nights, and 70% off for 30+ nights. A great way to enjoy sightseeing at a relaxed pace and create unforgettable memories together.｜◆ From the Host ◆ Before your check-in, our team thoroughly cleans and prepares the house to welcome you in comfort. We aim to be a place where guests can’t help but say “I’m home” every time they open the front door. We hope you and your loved ones make wonderful memories during your stay in Japan.

◆ Location & Surroundings ◆ Our property is in a quiet, safe neighborhood in central Otsu — just 10 minutes by JR train from Kyoto Station and about an hour from Osaka.｜The route from the station is flat and easy to walk, making it simple for first-time visitors.｜Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest lake, is only a 5-minute walk away — take a peaceful stroll along the water, enjoy the sunset views, and feel the cool evening breeze.｜On weekends (Saturday & Sunday, 7:30–8:30 PM), you might even see fireworks over the lake.｜◆ Transportation ◆ JR Otsu Station is about an 11-minute walk (or 4 minutes by taxi), Keihan Shimanoseki Station is about 5 minutes on foot, and the Meishin Expressway “Otsu IC” is just a 5-minute drive away — making the property easy to reach by train or car.｜◆ Nearby Facilities ◆ Lawson convenience store (5 min walk), Friend Mart supermarket (10 min walk), and many local restaurants and izakayas near JR Otsu Station (10 min walk).｜◆ Nearby Attractions ◆ Otsu Port & Biwako Fountain (10 min walk), Mii-dera Temple (15 min walk), Ishiyama-dera Temple (15 min by train), Enryaku-ji Temple on Mt. Hiei (25 min by train & bus), Kyoto Station area (10 min by train), and Kyoto’s Gion District (35 min by train).｜◆ Access Information ◆ By Air: From Kansai International Airport (KIX), it takes about 2 hours. Take the “Haruka” express to Kyoto Station (around 1 hr 20 min), then transfer to the JR Biwako Line to Otsu Station (about 10 min, 2 stops).｜By Shinkansen: Around 3 hours from Tokyo, 1 hr 15 min from Nagoya, and 3 hrs 30 min from Fukuoka. From Kyoto Station, transfer to the JR Biwako Line to Otsu (10 min, 2 stops), then walk about 11 minutes or take a 4-minute taxi ride.｜The tourist information center at JR Otsu Station offers brochures and assistance in English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.｜By Car: About a 5-minute drive from the Meishin Expressway “Otsu IC.” Several coin-operated parking lots are nearby.