8 Ryokan in Lake Biwa with In-Room Open-Air Baths Perfect for Bringing Couples Together!

Lake Biwa, a large lake located in the center of Japan, is the symbol of Shiga. Shiga is home to many tourist spots rich in nature, such as Biwako Terrace and beautiful beaches, and you can also enjoy Omi Beef, one of Japan's three major Japanese beef types. There are many scenic spots, and it's the perfect place to spend time just with your boyfriend while looking at the beautiful scenery.

The two major onsen springs where you can enjoy such a spectacular view of Lake Biwa are Ogoto onsen in Kosai and Nagahama Area onsen in Kohoku. These two onsen resorts are located diagonally across the vast Lake Biwa, and both are located near the lake, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful scenery at any time. You can enjoy a romantic sunset date from your room or open-air bath, or by the lakeshore♡When the two of you snuggle up and look at the beautiful scenery, your heart will be filled with happiness.

``It's been a long time since I last went on a onsen trip with my boyfriend♪ I want to spend as much time as possible with him.'' I understand that feeling! It's sad that men and women can't enjoy bathing together in a shared bath. If you stay in a room with an open-air bath, you can take a bath together and stay together for a long time. This time, we will introduce eight ryokan that have rooms with open-air baths where you can enjoy your time together without worrying about anyone else.

Ogoto Onsen onsen Biwako Ryokusuitei is located approximately 7 minutes by car from Ogoto Onsen Station, with a magnificent view of Lake onsen right in front of you. Inside the hotel, there are elements that make you feel like you're in a Japanese resort, such as the ``Mizu Mirror Courtyard,'' where you can enjoy a hand and foot bath, and the ``After-Bathing Library,'' where you can relax on rattan-style sofas. You can fully enjoy the extraordinary feeling.

Among them, this ``Ao no Terrace'' is an open-air space with sofas, private seats, and a bar counter, making it the perfect place for two to relax while looking out at Lake Biwa. In a romantic mood, snuggle up with him on the sofa and enjoy some adult time♡

There are seven types of guest rooms with open-air baths that boast lake views. In the "Biwa no Kaze" room, you can relax in the bathtub while feeling the breeze of Lake Biwa on the open balcony. When the two of you take onsen together and watch the beautiful sunset, you will be able to relax from the bottom of your heart. The water in the bath is a natural onsen, so you'll be happy to know that your skin will be smooth.

For dinner, you can enjoy a multi-course meal made with seasonal ingredients. Particularly popular is the course that comes with Omi beef steak. The carefully selected A4 rank or higher Omi beef is delicious and melts in your mouth. Both he and you will smile as you enjoy the delicious food that you don't usually get to enjoy.It's sure to be a wonderful memory.

If you want to enjoy the historic old hot springs to your heart's content, head to Ryokan Yumotokan. The best part of this inn is that you can take a tour of the 6 different baths, including a private bath. In particular, the view of Lake Biwa from the top floor "Geshin Yu" is spectacular! This inn is recommended for onsen-loving couples who want to enjoy both the hot spring in their room and the onsen tours. It's about a 5-minute drive from Ogoto onsen Station, and a shuttle service is available so you don't have to worry.

I want to be a little more luxurious than usual and stay in a nice room! The 10 rooms at Hanare Karoi will make that wish come true. Modern Japanese furniture and unique interiors will transport you to an extraordinary world. We do not accept groups, so you can enjoy a private stay in a quiet space.

The open-air bath in your room is of course onsen. When you look at Lake Biwa through the lattice windows, you'll feel as if you're in a secret hideout for two people, and you'll be so excited♪ The L'Occitane amenities are also a great feature for women.

Omi beef is one of Japan's three major types of wagyu beef. Let's enjoy this special dish together and feel special.

"Biwako Hanakaido" stands on a hill surrounded by lush greenery, about 5 minutes by car from Ogoto onsen Station. This inn boasts a spectacular location overlooking Lake Biwa. Enjoy the four seasons: cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery at the entrance and courtyard, as well as the seasonal flowers and flowers displayed throughout the hotel, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful stay in touch with nature. It's the perfect environment for couples to forget about everyday life and relax.

Why not go on a trip with your boyfriend for the first time in a while, and as a reward for both of you working hard, why not stay a little richer and stay on the premium floor on the top floor? The spacious rooms have a luxurious feel and come with an onsen spring bath. You can enjoy the view of Lake Biwa not only from the open-air bath, but also from the sofa or bed by the window. Stay in a nice room and relax with your boyfriend.

If you've come all the way to Shiga, why not enjoy the local gourmet Omi beef to your heart's content? With the specially selected Omi beef kaiseki menu, you can enjoy nigiri, shabu-shabu, and Omi beef to your heart's content. There are many types of local sake that go well with the food, so you can enjoy a more adult atmosphere by sharing a glass of sake with your boyfriend.

About 5 minutes by car from Ogoto onsen Station. Ogoto Onsen Satoyu onsen Yuzanso, which overlooks Lake Biwa from a quiet village mountain, is a unique inn with a folktale theme. There are devices throughout the facility that allow you to enjoy folk tales from Omi, so you can relax with him and feel like you've returned to the countryside.

"Executive Satoyama Room" is located on the upper floor with a great view. The folk art style interior gives you a warm feeling. Enjoy relaxing time with him on the horigotatsu while flipping through books in the library.

From the open-air bath in your room, the two of you can enjoy the night view that sparkles like jewels. Moreover, the bath has a jacuzzi! It's sure to relax your mind and body.

When you meal, you can enjoy Kyoto-style Kaiseki, the pride of our executive chef, who holds the title of ``Modern Master Craftsman.'' Dishes that incorporate the blessings of Shiga, such as traditional vegetables and lake fish, will lift your mood not only for their taste, but also for their gorgeous, seasonal appearance.

It's about a 5-minute drive from Ogoto onsen Station, and when you pass through the quaint entrance, you'll be greeted cheerfully by two cute signboard dogs, "Maiko" and "Mametaro." This is because Dantokan Kikunoya has rooms where you can stay with your pet. It is also recommended for couples who love animals.

A Japanese-modern room designed by architect Kei Matsuba. There are also rooms with luxurious open-air onsen, so you can enjoy onsen to your heart's content. Soak in the high-quality hot water for two and relax both body and mind.

This is the "Konon" room where you can stay with your pet. The spacious space is perfect for your dog, and it even comes with a cage and a bath for pets, so it's a room that caters to all your dog needs. Couples who have pets and can't stay overnight can rest assured that they can stay here.

One of the joys of traveling is eating local cuisine. For dinner, you can enjoy seasonal kaiseki cuisine, the pride of the head chef, packed with the bounty of the Lake Country, such as Omi beef, loquat trout, and Omi rice. Since in-room dining, you can enjoy it leisurely with your partner without having to worry about anyone else.

Biwako Grand Hotel Kyo-Ohmi stands about 5 minutes by car from Ogoto onsen Station and appears to be floating on the shore of the lake. The best view of Ogoto onsen spreads out in front of you, and you can feel Lake Biwa right next to you 24 hours a day from the lobby, guest rooms, and open-air bath. Being a large ryokan, there is also a convenience store inside the hotel, which is very convenient.

The rooms are divided into the West and East Buildings, which have standard Japanese and Western rooms, as well as a building called ``Kyo Omi'', which has rooms with open-onsen spring baths with views of Lake Biwa. The guest rooms at Kyo-Omi, pictured in the photo, are all spacious and have over 20 tatami mats, allowing you to relax and unwind. The large windows that fill the walls offer a spectacular view of Lake Biwa, and both you and your boyfriend may be able to exclaim "Wow!" at its beauty.

In the guest room open-air bath of "Kyo Omi", you will feel as if you are on a cruise ship floating on the sea! Let's enjoy the feeling of freedom with him and relieve the stress of everyday life. The open-air bath in your room is also supplied with onsen, so you can enjoy it 24 hours a day whenever you like, without having to go to the crowded public bath.

Omi beef is known for its melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness. This meat is highly rated among Japan's three major wagyu beef, and at this inn, you can enjoy such exquisite Omi beef as a stone-grilled steak. The time I spend eating delicious food with my boyfriend, who loves it, is pure happiness.

Kohoku-cho, Nagahama City has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Sunsets. Ryokan Beniayu, a secluded inn with 15 rooms located on the shore of a quiet lake, is approximately 10 minutes by car from Takatsuki Station. You can see Chikubu Island, one of the eight scenic spots in Lake Biwa, right in front of you, and the combination of it with the sunset is breathtakingly beautiful. If you sit on the sofa in the lobby and look out, your mind will naturally relax during the peaceful time.

If you look out over the lake from the terrace outside the lobby, you might see a cute family of waterbirds strolling along the water's edge. Birdwatching through a telescope with him will bring you closer together.

The open-air bath in the room is 100% natural hot spring onsen that is said to have skin-beautifying effects, and you can enjoy a relaxing bath while gazing at the blue sky and sparkling lake during the day. During the magic hour, when the sky and lake are enveloped in a gentle atmosphere, you and your partner can enjoy the enchantingly beautiful scenery while soaking in onsen... It couldn't be any happier♡

After enjoying the beautiful scenery and onsen, you can indulge in a luxurious meal of Omi beef to make yourself even happier. You can enjoy a variety of flavors at once, such as steak, shabu-shabu, and nigiri, and the conversation with your partner is sure to be exciting.

"Hamakogetsu" is a onsen restaurant and ryokan founded in the Meiji era, located about a 5-minute walk from Nagahama Station. This is an inn with a great view of Lake Biwa, Chikubu Island, and the Hira Mountains beyond. Near ryokan are the ruins of Nagahama Castle, the first castle built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and it is also a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. Why not go out for a cherry blossom viewing date with your boyfriend after a walk?

Nagahama Taiko onsen, which springs from the ruins of Hideyoshi's castle, is characterized by its iron-containing hot springs, which warm you to the core and prevent you from getting cold. You can enjoy such high-quality onsen as much as you like in the open-air bath of your room. Let's enjoy the time just the two of us while thinking about history.

As a traditional Japanese ryokan, the food is well-known for its deliciousness. From the Kyoto-style kaiseki to the Omi beef kaiseki and Omi beef shabu-shabu, you can tell with just one bite that each dish is carefully prepared. Even the most gourmet couple will be very satisfied with their time here.

What did you think. The hotels we introduced this time are perfect for couples who want to cherish their time together, where they can relax in the open-air bath of their room while looking out at the spectacular view of Lake Biwa. You can spend 24 hours a day with your loved one, including bathing and meal. There is no doubt that the two of you will become closer♪