The Main

From Ropeway Base Station, it takes about five minutes. Get off at Ropeway Summit Station on the top of Mt. Uchimi, where a large terrace complex awaits. Find your favorite spot where you can admire the majestic view over Lake Biwa and relax.

After five-minute gondola ride from the base of the mountain, an expansive terrace awaits when you step off the gondola at Mt. Uchimi summit station. As you gaze down at the scenery of Lake Biwa, you can search out your favorite corner of the terrace to call your own.

Grand Terrace

The endearing symbol of Biwako Terrace is Grand Terrace.
The three-tiered wooden deck provides a unique vista of Lake Biwa that changes by your vantage point.
Find the spot that soothes your soul and take in the incredible sights as they open up beneath your eyes.

April 6th - November 4th, 2024

Culinary Options in the Area

Terrace Café

The calming, wooden interior of the Terrace Café provides the perfect backdrop for a relaxing break. On fine days, the large patio stretching to the Grand Terrace is bathed in bright sunlight, and presents a liberating and comfortable space.

GrillDining & Bar HALUKA

Guests can enjoy grilled food such as steak and hamburger steak in an open space with a balmy breeze.
At the iconic bar counter, bartenders serve drinks including Moët & Chandon champagne cocktails and other colorful and delightful mocktails.

Café Stand

With two locations in The Main, Café Stand provides a range of original sweets and drinks for you to savor.

North Terrace

The North Terrace, connected to the Grand Terrace by corridor, offers spectacular views of the beautiful ridgeway that stretches as far as the eye can see as well as the northern side of the magnificent Lake Biwa.

April 6th - November 4th, 2024

Seating Guide (fees apply)

Infinity Lounge

Enjoy Biwako Terrace’s best views of Lake Biwa from Infinity Lounge（Charge）.
Order-made sofa seats are designed in the image of a “blue world”where the surface of the lake and the water basin appear to fuse as one.
This is the ideal spot for sipping on a glass of champagne.

- Days of operation

April 26th - October 14th, 2024
- Hours of operation

10：00 - 15：30
‐Fees

¥3,000～ (with one free drink of your choice)

Culinary Options in the Area

Café Stand at North Terrace

Enjoy our original Black Curry, sweets and drinks. Choose your favorite items from the menu and treat yourself to a perfect break with spectacular views.