Lake Biwa Cycling Stamp Rally

Explore Lake Biwa and collect stamps!

This is a digital stamp rally that takes you by bicycle around Shiga Prefecture and the Lake Biwa area. Choose your favorite course from four options: "BIWAICHI," "South Lake," "North Lake," and "History," and visit various spots to collect stamps. Complete all the required spots in each course to receive special benefits corresponding to the course.

A BIWAICHI Completion Certificate for Everyone!

Complete all the required spots to finish the course and download your digital completion certificate.
You can download your digital completion certificate.

Upload your favorite photo to create your own original
completion certificate.

*Images are for illustrative purposes only. The completion certificate can be downloaded as many times as you like.

Choose from 4 courses!

Choose the course that's perfect for you and explore Lake Biwa!

Lake Biwa Full Loop Course

200km

A course that takes you all the way around Lake Biwa, allowing you to fully experience the charms of the lake.

North Lake Full Loop Course

150km

A recommended course where you can enjoy the magnificent scenery and nature of the lake.

South Lake Full Loop Course

50km

An easy-to-enjoy distance that lets you fully experience the charms of the lakeside.

History Tour Course

15km

A course where you can experience the culture of Shiga while visiting historic sites.

Stamp Spots (Examples)

Explore attractive spots throughout the region!

Biwaichi Bike
(Otsu City)

Hikone Castle
(Hikone City)

Hachiman-bori Canal
(Hachiman-bori City)

Biwako Otsukan
(Otsu City)

Imazu Port
(Takashima City)

Omi Jingu
(Otsu City)

Metasequoia Tree-lined Avenue
(Takashima City)

Roadside Station Kohoku Mizudori Station
(Nagahama City)

Hikiyama Exhibition Hall
(Otsu City)

Lakeside Green Space - Minami Mitsuya
(Hikone City)

Lake Biwa Canal No. 1
(Otsu City)

Kurokabe Square
(Nagahama City)

How to Participate

It's easy from your smartphone! Choose a course and get started!

STEP
01

STEP
02

Choose your favorite course

STEP
03

Visit the spots and
GET digital stamps!

STEP
04

Collect stamps and
enter the prize drawing!

Prizes

Complete the required spots and enter for a chance to win amazing prizes
● Winners residing outside Japan will receive a digital e-gift card worth JPY 10,000.

Prize 01

Omi Beef Sukiyaki Meat
Gift Set

Enjoy the delicious flavor of Omi Beef with this special gift set!

1 Winner

Prize 02

BIWAICHI Original
T-Shirt

An original item to make your BIWAICHI experience even more enjoyable!

5 Winner

Prize 03

BIWAICHI Cap

An original cap to remember your BIWAICHI adventure!

10 Winner

Prize 04

BIWAICHI Original
Cushion

An original item that lets you enjoy the BIWAICHI spirit even at home!

25 Winner

How to Enter

Complete the requirements for each course and enter for a chance to win prizes!

STEP
01

Collect Stamps

Complete the requirements for each course!

STEP
02

Enter the Prize Drawing

Enter from your My Page!

STEP
03

Win a Prize!

Your wonderful prize will be delivered at a later date.

*Prizes will be awarded by lottery to those who
complete the requirements for each course!

Important Notes

Please enjoy this event while paying close attention to your safety.
Please pay close attention to your surroundings while riding a bicycle or operating your smartphone.
Please check the opening hours, regular holidays, and other details of each spot in advance.
The event details may be changed due to weather conditions or circumstances at participating facilities.
Location information from your smartphone is used to collect stamps.
Please participate with your location services turned ON.
Please make sure you meet the entry requirements before applying.
Prize contents are subject to change without notice.
If there are many applicants, winners will be selected by lottery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to participate?

You will need a smartphone and an environment with an internet connection.

Can I participate without owning a bicycle?

Yes, you can also participate by using a rental bicycle.

Can I participate in multiple courses?

Yes, you can participate in multiple courses as long as you meet the requirements.

What should I do if I cannot collect a stamp properly?

Please check your location services and internet connection.

Can I stop participating partway through?

Yes. As long as the event is still running, you can continue from where you left off at a later date.

Contact Us

Inquiries about the Stamp Rally

Otsu Port Cycle Station
(Biwaichi Bike)
TEL: 077-548-6572
MAIL: bicycle@oportable.jp

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FREE

Tel

+81 50-1784-8483

Mail

support@biwaichi.bike

FAQ

Common Questions

Access

〒520-0047

5-1-7 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture

Business Hours:9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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