Chalet Mizugahama — Restaurant in Omihachiman

Atmosphere and staff are wonderful. They have counter seating facing the lake but it was a bit windy to hold a conversation if you have more than two people in your group.

Be sure to walk down to the beach to see the ducks. It seems like you can feed the ducks, as we saw people getting food from the restaurant staff. Though the ducks were easily distracted by the staff and didn't eat a lot of the food being fed.

Desert was great. Salad and curry could have been better (hence 4*). The coffee was...

Amazing views and a great place for a meal. If you sit out on the terrace, you get views of Lake Biwa and ducks. The only thing is if you don't like insects, you might be put off by the large flying ones hanging around outside. For an adult ordering a lunch set that comes with a salad and drink, it costs 1400 yen. The food was delicious. You get free condiments: tobasco sauce and grated parmesan cheese. There are water coolers where you can fill up your glass. They have an...

My God what a great time I had hear. It was a tad not windy when I came but a cup of hot coffee and some cheesecake helped. I came to watch the sunset and honestly felt something in me that I never knew possible. Inner peace and overall happiness. That might sound extreme to you but I come from the city where such a view and tranquility is almost impossible. I will come back any time I...