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Taga

Shiga, Japan · Asia

About Taga

Taga is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Hikone, 50km from Philosopher's Path.

Taga is a town located in Shiga, Japan. With a population of 7,274, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Taga sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Taga to your route.

About Taga

Taga Taisha-mae Station (多賀大社前駅, Taga Taisha-mae-eki) is a passenger railway station in located in the town of Taga, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, operated by the private railway operator Ohmi Railway.

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Taga offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Taga located?

Taga is located in Shiga, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 35.2263 latitude, 136.2863 longitude.

What is the population of Taga?

Taga has a population of approximately 7,274 people, making it a town in Japan.

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Quick Information

Population
7,274
Continent
Asia
Country
Japan
Region
Shiga
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Coordinates
35.2263, 136.2863

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Japan

Police
110
Ambulance
119
Fire
119
Driving side
left

Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.

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Worth the detour from Taga

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

photogenic

Shirahige Shrine

A vermilion torii standing in the shallows of Lake Biwa, some 40 metres offshore from the shrine buildings. The gate is best photographed at sunrise; the shore is reached from Route 161.

26 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Nagashima Spa Land

Major Japanese amusement park near Nagoya with world-class steel coasters and a giant hot spring complex.

46 km · about 55 min drive

racetrack

Suzuka International Racing Course

The world's only figure-8 Grand Prix track, home of the Japanese GP and the fearsome 130R corner, with an amusement park and giant Ferris wheel right at its gates.

49 km · about 55 min drive

famous road

Philosopher's Path

A peaceful stone-paved canal path lined with hundreds of cherry trees, connecting major temples in Kyoto's eastern hills.

50 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Kiyomizu-dera

A historic Buddhist temple perched on a hillside with a massive wooden stage offering sweeping views over Kyoto.

52 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Gion District

Kyoto's most famous geisha district with preserved wooden machiya townhouses, traditional teahouses, and cobblestone streets.

53 km · about 60 min drive

museum

Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology

Comprehensive museum at Toyota's birthplace in Nagoya covering the evolution from automatic looms to automobile manufacturing.

53 km · about 60 min drive

cafe

Inoda Coffee Honten

A Kyoto kissaten founded in 1940, serving its Arabian Pearl blend pre-mixed with sugar and milk by default. The wood-panelled original room off Sakaimachi street is a working institution, not a revival.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Taga

  • 50 kmPhilosopher's PathA peaceful stone-paved canal path lined with hundreds of cherry trees, connecting major temples in Kyoto's eastern hills.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Taga.

Kōra

🇯🇵 Japan

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4 km awayPop. 113,647

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6 km awayPop. 7,132

Maibara

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10 km awayPop. 38,259

Echigawa

🇯🇵 Japan

10 km awayPop. 20,893

Higashiōmi

🇯🇵 Japan

14 km away

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🇯🇵 Japan

15 km awayPop. 112,819

Nagahama

🇯🇵 Japan

18 km awayPop. 113,636

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