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A Taste of Shiga at COCOSHIGA
COCOSHIGA offers a literal taste of Shiga, thanks to its souvenir and craft store, sake tasting bar and Omi beef sukiyaki restaurant, KAN KAN KAN.
SHIGA PREFECTURE
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Located at the center of Japan, Shiga is home to Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake, and a rich cultural heritage shaped over centuries. Visitors can enjoy outdoor adventures, historical landmarks, and unique culinary traditions — all within easy reach of Kyoto and Osaka.
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COCOSHIGA: Your Gateway to Shiga’s Hidden Gems
In Nihonbashi, Tokyo, the COCOSHIGA store showcases Shiga with local products, a regional restaurant, and travel tips — the ideal first step before your visit.
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What’s On at COCOSHIGA
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On Thursday, February 19, 2026, we will be holding the "TOKYO UMINOKO YURU PARTY," a party for young people from Shiga Prefecture, at Toranomon Hills. We hope you'll take a break from your life in Tokyo...
2026.01.21
On Saturday, January 24, 2026, we will be holding a special event called "Travel Gacha" here at the Shiga Yoko Outdoor Event Space to encourage winter travel to Shiga Prefecture. "Travel Gacha" is a 1…
2026.01.20
Shiga Junior College's Digital Life Business Department will be holding a product sale and workshop for two days on February 14th (Sat) and 15th (Sun), 2026. At the product sale, Shiga Junior College's Digital Life Business Department will be holding a product sale and workshop for two days on February 14th (Sat) and 15th (Sun), 2026.
2026.01.15
On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, we will be holding a Shiga history evening talk at the Shiga 2nd floor restaurant: "How did the Kunitomo gun become number one in Japan? ~In honor of the Anato clan and the 'Saiou no Tate' (Shield of the Fortress)."
2026.01.06
On Sunday, February 1, 2026, we will be holding a workshop by Eirakuya Co., Ltd. at the restaurant on the second floor of Shiga. Eirakuya Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of the traditional craft "Hikone Buddhist altars" in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture.
2026.01.06
On Saturday, January 31, 2026, we will be holding a tasting sale and tea party for products made with olives from Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture. At this sale, we will be offering olive oils produced in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture.
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On Saturday, January 24, 2026, the "Kita Biwako Marche" will be held here at the Shiga Yoko Outdoor Event Space, showcasing the various attractions of northern Shiga Prefecture (the three cities of Nagahama, Takashima, and Maibara).
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How to get there
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By Plane~1hr 20minFlights can be made to Nagoya or Osaka, but onward connections will add another 1.5-2 hr to the journey.
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By Train~2hr 14minThe Tokaido Shinkansen (Hikari) from Tokyo Station takes ~2hr 14min to reach Maibara Station in Shiga, which connects to local lines.
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By Car~ 2hrOsaka and Maibara are connected via Tōmei Expressway (E1), and you can expect about a 2hr drive depending on your exact start/end point and traffic conditions.
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By Train~1hr 23minThe Special Rapid Nagahama (Tokaido-Sanyo Line) is a cost-effective way to reach Maihama from Osaka Station at ¥1,980 but other routes existing depending on your destination.
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By Car~1hrAbout 1hr via Tomei Expressway (E1) or 2hr 30min via local roads.
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By Train~27minIt takes under half an hour by Tokaido Shinkansen (Hikari) from Nagoya Station, but the journey can be done via local trains (eg Rapid Ogaki, changing at Ogaki Station) in about 1hr 12min at a lower cost.
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