Biwako-Otsu Tours
A summer light-up event is being held at Omi Jingu Shrine in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, offering a magical nighttime experience that includes projection mapping on the Romon Gate. A joint ticket that also grants admission to Saikyo-ji Temple is available for purchase.
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The Highlight
A Night Where Time and History Shine
Omi Jingu Shrine will be beautifully illuminated after dark, including its striking vermilion Romon Gate and shrine grounds.
Projection Mapping on the Romon Gate
Enjoy a special summer night scene where historic shrine architecture meets modern light and projection art.
Discover the History of Time at Omi Jingu
Omi Jingu Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Tenji, who is said to have announced the time in Japan for the first time using a water clock called a rokoku. Visitors can enjoy light displays inspired by the shrine’s connection with time, including the sundial, fire clock, and water clock.
Combo Ticket with Saikyo-ji Temple Illumination
The combo ticket allows you to enjoy both the Omi Jingu illumination and the Saikyo-ji Temple Wind Chime Path illumination. Experience two different summer night atmospheres at a historic shrine and temple.
No Date Reservation Required
You do not need to choose a visit date when purchasing your ticket. Your ticket can be used once on any eligible event date during the valid period for the ticket type you purchase.
The Experience
Omi Jingu Summer Illumination 2026
A Night Where Time and History Shine
As night falls over the ancient city of Otsu, the grounds of Omi Jingu Shrine are transformed by beautiful light displays.
The Romon Gate will feature projection mapping, while the shrine grounds will offer light displays inspired by Omi Jingu’s unique connection with the history of time, including its sundial, fire clock, and water clock.
Omi Jingu Shrine is dedicated to Emperor Tenji, who is said to have announced the time in Japan for the first time about 1,350 years ago. Enjoy a special summer evening surrounded by the history and atmosphere of this important shrine connected to the origins of timekeeping in Japan.
Please choose from the following two ticket types when purchasing.
1 Omi Jingu Shrine Illumination Ticket
This ticket allows one admission to the Omi Jingu Shrine illumination.
Valid Period Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Friday, August 14, from July 18, 2026 to August 23, 2026
Opening Hours 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Number of Uses Valid for one admission per person
How to Enter Please show the QR code issued after purchase at the Omi Jingu Shrine entrance reception.
2 Omi Jingu and Saikyo-ji Temple Illumination Combo Ticket
This combo ticket allows one admission each to the Omi Jingu Shrine illumination and the Saikyo-ji Temple illumination.
At Omi Jingu, enjoy light displays inspired by the theme of time. At Saikyo-ji Temple, enjoy the illuminated Wind Chime Path and the peaceful atmosphere of a historic temple on a summer night.
Valid Period
Omi Jingu Shrine Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Friday, August 14, from July 18, 2026 to August 23, 2026
Saikyo-ji Temple Wednesdays through Sundays, national holidays, and Monday, August 10 and Tuesday, August 11, from July 25, 2026 to September 6, 2026
How to Use the Combo Ticket
1 Please visit Omi Jingu Shrine first Show the QR code issued after purchase at the Omi Jingu Shrine entrance reception.
2 Enter the Omi Jingu Shrine illumination After your QR code is checked, you may enter and enjoy the Omi Jingu illumination.
3 Receive a paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple At the Omi Jingu reception, you will receive a paper ticket for admission to Saikyo-ji Temple.
4 Show the paper ticket at Saikyo-ji Temple Please present the paper ticket you received at Omi Jingu when entering Saikyo-ji Temple.
Important
The combo ticket must be used first at Omi Jingu Shrine. You cannot start by entering Saikyo-ji Temple first.
Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple are located in different areas. You do not need to visit both venues on the same day. If you plan to visit both on the same day, please check travel time and transportation in advance. The travel time by car is approximately 15 minutes.
If you complete the combo ticket reception at Omi Jingu Shrine by Sunday, August 23, 2026 and receive the paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple, that paper ticket can be used at Saikyo-ji Temple on eligible illumination dates until Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
Please read the following carefully before purchasing.
1 This is not a date or time reservation ticket
You do not need to reserve a specific visit date or time when purchasing this ticket.
Please use your ticket on an eligible illumination date during the valid period for the ticket type you purchase.
The event is not held every day during the period. Please check the event dates before visiting.
2 Please choose the correct ticket type Omi Jingu Shrine Illumination Ticket
This ticket allows one admission to the Omi Jingu Shrine illumination.
Valid Period Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Friday, August 14, from July 18, 2026 to August 23, 2026
Omi Jingu and Saikyo-ji Temple Illumination Combo Ticket
This ticket allows one admission each to Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple.
Omi Jingu Shrine Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Friday, August 14, from July 18, 2026 to August 23, 2026
Saikyo-ji Temple Wednesdays through Sundays, national holidays, and Monday, August 10 and Tuesday, August 11, from July 25, 2026 to September 6, 2026
Please make sure you select the correct ticket type before purchasing.
3 Combo ticket holders must visit Omi Jingu Shrine first
If you purchase the combo ticket, please visit Omi Jingu Shrine first.
Show your QR code at the Omi Jingu reception and receive a paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple.
You cannot enter Saikyo-ji Temple first with the combo ticket.
4 Please note when the combo ticket can be used
The combo ticket can be used at Omi Jingu Shrine from Saturday, July 18, 2026. However, the Saikyo-ji Temple illumination starts on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
Therefore, from Saturday, July 18 to Friday, July 24, 2026, the Saikyo-ji Temple portion of the combo ticket cannot be used.
If you visit Omi Jingu during this period and receive the paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple, please use it at Saikyo-ji Temple on an eligible illumination date from Saturday, July 25 onward.
Reception for the combo ticket at Omi Jingu Shrine is available only until Sunday, August 23, 2026, the final day of the Omi Jingu illumination.
If you complete reception at Omi Jingu by Sunday, August 23 and receive the paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple, the paper ticket can be used at Saikyo-ji Temple on eligible illumination dates until Sunday, September 6, 2026.
5 Please check transportation if visiting both venues on the same day
Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple are different venues.
If you plan to visit both on the same day, please check travel time and public transportation schedules in advance.
Public transportation may be limited at night. We recommend planning your route with enough time, including the option of traveling by car or taxi.
The travel time by car is approximately 15 minutes.
6 Number of Uses
Omi Jingu Shrine Illumination Ticket Omi Jingu Shrine: one admission
Omi Jingu and Saikyo-ji Temple Illumination Combo Ticket Omi Jingu Shrine: one admission Saikyo-ji Temple: one admission
Tickets cannot be used again after they have been redeemed.
Important Booking Information
After Booking and on the Day of Your Visit
Please keep the QR code issued after purchase safe until you arrive at the reception.
On the day of your visit, please make sure you can display the QR code on your smartphone or other device.
This is not a date or time reservation ticket. It can be used only on eligible illumination dates for each venue. The event is not held every day, so please check the event dates before visiting.
Event details may be changed or canceled due to weather or other circumstances.
During busy periods, you may be asked to wait before entering.
For Omi Jingu Shrine Illumination Ticket Holders
Please show your QR code at the Omi Jingu Shrine entrance reception.
This ticket allows one admission to the Omi Jingu Shrine illumination.
For Omi Jingu and Saikyo-ji Temple Illumination Combo Ticket Holders
Please visit Omi Jingu Shrine first. You cannot enter Saikyo-ji Temple first with the combo ticket.
After your QR code is checked at Omi Jingu Shrine, you will receive a paper ticket for Saikyo-ji Temple.
At Saikyo-ji Temple, please show the paper ticket you received at Omi Jingu Shrine.
From Saturday, July 18 to Friday, July 24, 2026, the Saikyo-ji Temple illumination has not yet started, so the Saikyo-ji paper ticket cannot be used during this period.
Reception for the combo ticket at Omi Jingu Shrine is available until Sunday, August 23, 2026.
If you complete reception at Omi Jingu Shrine by Sunday, August 23, the Saikyo-ji paper ticket can be used on eligible illumination dates until Sunday, September 6, 2026.
Please keep the Saikyo-ji paper ticket safe until you use it.
Omi Jingu Shrine and Saikyo-ji Temple are different venues. If you visit both on the same day, please check travel time and transportation in advance. Public transportation may be limited at night. Please also check official access and parking information for each venue.
Cancellation Policy
- Non-refundable (0% refund)
