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Karahashi Park

📍 Seta, Otsu, Shiga (by the Seta River)
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Ōtsu-shi
Category
Park & Garden
Duration
About 30 minutes
Address
Seta, Otsu, Shiga (by the Seta River)
Coordinates
34.9788, 135.9082

Introduction

Known in Japanese as Karahashi Park, this park lies by the Seta River in Seta, Otsu, Shiga, the only river flowing out of Lake Biwa. The Seta Karahashi bridge here is one of Japan's three great old bridges, its sunset painted by Hiroshige as the Omi Hakkei view Seta no Yuusho; the park is a local green for strolls by the water.

✨ Highlights

1
River and lake
Biwa's waters narrow into the Seta River here.
2
Seta Karahashi
One of Japan's three old bridges, rebuilt in 1979.
3
Seta sunsets
A classic scene of the Eight Views of Omi.
4
Keihan access
About 10 min on foot from Karahashi-mae Station.
5
Local green
Lawns and paths for family strolls and jogging.
6
Lake's outlet
Where Japan's largest lake becomes a river.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location：Seta, Otsu (by the Seta River)
→Time needed：about 30 minutes
→Opening Hours：Open year-round, around the clock

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free admission

Transportation

Subway

Keihan Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line to Karahashi-mae, about 10 min on foot

Note

Walkable to the Seta Karahashi bridge; riverside strolls

💡 Tips

• Take the Keihan Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line to Karahashi-mae, then about 10 min.
• Walk on to the Seta Karahashi bridge for a closer look.
• Pair with Ishiyama-dera temple along the river.
• The river breeze is brisk in cooler months.
• A rest stop en route rather than a destination.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Karahashi Park?

Open year-round, around the clock

How much is the admission for Karahashi Park?

Adult: Free; Free admission

Any practical tips for visiting Karahashi Park?

Take the Keihan Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line to Karahashi-mae, then about 10 min. Walk on to the Seta Karahashi bridge for a closer look.

How long should I spend at Karahashi Park?

A typical visit takes About 30 minutes.

How do I get to Karahashi Park?

Subway: Keihan Ishiyama-Sakamoto Line to Karahashi-mae, about 10 min on foot