12-38 Motohama-cho, Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture
Rating
Cost per person
¥2,500
Explore Kurokabe Square, a charming tourist spot in Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, featuring well-preserved Edo and Meiji-era buildings. Just a 5-minute walk from JR Nagahama Station, this area is known for its unique black-walled architecture, housing galleries, glass workshops, restaurants, and cafes. As one of the largest glass art exhibition areas in western Japan, Kurokabe Square attracts around 2 million visitors annually. Enjoy a stroll through the retro streets, sample local snacks, and discover unique souvenirs. Visit in the morning to avoid the afternoon crowds.
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible toilet: ○ Wheelchair-accessible ramp: ○ (Available at Kurokabe Glass Shop and select other stores) https://www.kurokabe.co.jp/news/ *Please check the above website for the closing days of other Kurokabe directly managed stores.*