The Biwako Hotel (located in Hamacho, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, General Manager: Yoshikazu Maeda) will begin offering spring lunch menus at their "Japanese Restaurant Oomi" and "Teppanyaki Oomi" starting February 26, 2026 (Thursday).
As spring brings celebrations of graduations, school admissions, and promotions, the hotel has prepared lunch menus perfect for enjoying during cherry blossom viewing or sightseeing. The "Japanese Restaurant Oomi" offers the popular "Hyakunin Isshu Lunch" themed around the famous poetry anthology associated with Omi Shrine, expressing the sentiments captured in these classical poems through culinary artistry. This menu provides an opportunity to experience Heian period culture through food. Additionally, both the Japanese and teppanyaki restaurants offer menus showcasing the renowned local Omi beef. Guests can savor this premium beef in two distinct culinary styles. The Biwako Hotel welcomes spring visitors to enjoy these special offerings.
Hyakunin Isshu Lunch — ¥4,300
The "Japanese Restaurant Oomi" creatively incorporates traditional Japanese culinary techniques, and since 2022, has been offering menus that celebrate the world of Hyakunin Isshu through cuisine.
The menu from March 1 (Sunday) features imagery inspired by poems depicting spring scenery. The appetizers include seasonal ingredients such as bamboo shoots, canola blossoms, and bracken. The sashimi selection features rainbow trout from Shiga Prefecture, one of the lake country's blessings. Every detail, from the serving vessels to the decorative paper, expresses the vibrant beauty of spring.
- Location: "Japanese Restaurant Oomi"
- Period: March 1, 2026 (Sunday) to May 31, 2026 (Sunday)
- Hours: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last order: 2:00 PM)
- Details: https://www.keihanhotels-resorts.co.jp/biwakohotel/restaurant/menu/hyakuninisshu_lunch/
Omi Beef and Mountain Vegetables Sukiyaki Lunch — ¥6,500
This sukiyaki features spring mountain vegetables such as bamboo shoots, urui, and udo alongside Shiga's pride, Omi beef. The lunch course also includes appetizers with firefly squid, sashimi of early bonito and sea bream, and tempura of ayu (sweetfish) and shrimp, allowing guests to savor seasonal flavors all at once. During spring sightseeing, enjoy this seasonal menu unique to this time of year.
- Location: "Japanese Restaurant Oomi"
- Period: February 26, 2026 (Thursday) to April 25, 2026 (Saturday)
- Hours: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last order: 2:00 PM)
- Details: https://www.keihanhotels-resorts.co.jp/biwakohotel/restaurant/menu/sukiyaki_lunch_26_2-4/
Lunch "Hourai" — ¥8,500
"Teppanyaki Oomi" features counter seating that offers the charm of live cooking. This menu includes the popular rolled omelet prepared on the teppan griddle, and cellophane-wrapped sea bream and clams steamed to preserve the ingredients' natural deliciousness, with the aroma of spring released when opened. The main course features Omi beef loin prepared by the chef to perfect doneness. At the counter seats close to the chef, guests can converse while experiencing a special moment.
- Location: "Teppanyaki Oomi"
- Period: February 26, 2026 (Thursday) to April 25, 2026 (Saturday)
- Hours: 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM (Last order: 2:00 PM)
- Details: https://www.keihanhotels-resorts.co.jp/biwakohotel/restaurant/menu/hourai/
For Reservations and Inquiries: ☎ 077-524-1225 (Restaurant Reservations 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
All listed prices include consumption tax and 15% service charge.
Images shown are for illustrative purposes only.
Some menu items may change due to ingredient availability.
Biwako Hotel
- Address: 2-40 Hamacho, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture 520-0041
- Access: Approximately 5-minute walk from Keihan Biwako-Hamaotsu Station
Approximately 5-minute shuttle bus ride from JR Otsu Station - Floors: 1st to 12th floor (Guest rooms on 4th to 12th floors / 175 rooms)
- Official Website: https://www.keihanhotels-resorts.co.jp/biwakohotel/
