This full-day journey leads into Shiga Prefecture, where a slower pace of life and strong community traditions offer a different perspective on Japan’s cultural landscape. Shaped by its natural surroundings, the region reflects a close connection between environment and daily life, with experiences that highlight both social initiatives and long-standing heritage.
The day begins at a local art studio supporting artists with mental health challenges, where time is spent meeting participants and understanding the role of creative practice within the community. The program continues at a historic sake brewery, where pure local water sources are essential to the brewing process, followed by a seasonal lunch. In the afternoon, Omi-Hachiman’s preserved streets and canals are explored on foot and by traditional boat, offering insight into its past as a prosperous merchant town.
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