- How about spending your summer at the beaches of Lake Biwako?
Have you heard of Lake Biwako? It’s located in Shiga Prefecture and is the largest lake in Japan. From Ataata Resort, you can reach Lake Biwako in about an hour by car. There are many beautiful and inviting beaches around the lake. Since it’s not the ocean, the waves are gentle, and the water is fresh, making it a safe place for small children to play. There’s no admission fee at all. Enjoying a swim at Lake Biwako is a great way to spend the summer.
- Enjoy Vietnamese Cuisine in Iga City
Vietnam has recently become a popular travel destination. One of its biggest attractions is the delicious food, such as pho. There’s even a Vietnamese restaurant near Ataata Resort where you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese dishes.
- Try making sushi myself!
The other day, I tried making sushi myself. Even in Japan, many people have never actually made nigiri sushi at home. So I suddenly decided to give it a try—I bought some sashimi and prepared vinegared rice. If you stay at Ataata Resort, would you like to make sushi together?
- Are “Indian” Restaurants in Japan Actually Run by Nepalese?
Trying foreign food in Japan could be a really interesting experience. The other day, I went to an Indian restaurant here in Japan. The curry seemed tailored to Japanese tastes, but fun fact—almost 100% of these restaurants are actually run by Indians or Nepalese people!
- Stray Animals at ATAATA RESORT
Stray cats are wandering around ATAATA RESORT. Although they are used to people, they don’t come too close. If you feed them, you can interact with them a little bit. There used to be a stray dog here too, but he was old and couldn’t make it through last winter. Goodbye.
- Mount Reizan (霊山)
There is a mountain called “Mount Reizan” with an altitude of 765.8 meters, located about a 10-minute drive from ATAATA RESORT. The mountain trails are well-maintained, making it an easy climb even for small children. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the town of Iga from the summit.
- We went to Shirafuji Falls.
Shirafuji Falls is located about a 10‑minute drive from Ataata Resort. This time, I visited the falls with a German family. The waterfall is powerful and the whole area has a very mystical atmosphere.
- Martial arts beginner, but a very strong young men.
Two young men stayed at ATAATA RESORT and also did martial arts training at the gym. They had no prior experience, but they were throwing very powerful punches into the mitts.
- Nara Park (奈良公園)
Nara Park is a popular sightseeing spot for both Japanese and international visitors. In this town, where people and deer coexist, you can interact with the deer anywhere you go. It takes about 1 hour by car or around an hour and a half by train from ATAATA RESORT, making it a highly recommended destination.
- Bamboo Maintenance with Our Guests
As the warmer season arrives, the bamboo in our garden grows rapidly. While keeping up with the maintenance can be quite a challenge, our guests from Germany kindly helped us with the work!
Have you heard of Lake Biwako? It’s located in Shiga Prefecture and is the largest lake in Japan. From Ataata Resort, you can reach Lake Biwako in about an hour by car. There are many beautiful and inviting beaches around the lake. Since it’s not the ocean, the waves are gentle, and the water is fresh, making it a safe place for small children to play. There’s no admission fee at all. Enjoying a swim at Lake Biwako is a great way to spend the summer.
Vietnam has recently become a popular travel destination. One of its biggest attractions is the delicious food, such as pho. There’s even a Vietnamese restaurant near Ataata Resort where you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese dishes.
The other day, I tried making sushi myself. Even in Japan, many people have never actually made nigiri sushi at home. So I suddenly decided to give it a try—I bought some sashimi and prepared vinegared rice. If you stay at Ataata Resort, would you like to make sushi together?
Trying foreign food in Japan could be a really interesting experience. The other day, I went to an Indian restaurant here in Japan. The curry seemed tailored to Japanese tastes, but fun fact—almost 100% of these restaurants are actually run by Indians or Nepalese people!
Stray cats are wandering around ATAATA RESORT. Although they are used to people, they don’t come too close. If you feed them, you can interact with them a little bit. There used to be a stray dog here too, but he was old and couldn’t make it through last winter. Goodbye.
There is a mountain called “Mount Reizan” with an altitude of 765.8 meters, located about a 10-minute drive from ATAATA RESORT. The mountain trails are well-maintained, making it an easy climb even for small children. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the town of Iga from the summit.
Shirafuji Falls is located about a 10‑minute drive from Ataata Resort. This time, I visited the falls with a German family. The waterfall is powerful and the whole area has a very mystical atmosphere.
Two young men stayed at ATAATA RESORT and also did martial arts training at the gym. They had no prior experience, but they were throwing very powerful punches into the mitts.
Nara Park is a popular sightseeing spot for both Japanese and international visitors. In this town, where people and deer coexist, you can interact with the deer anywhere you go. It takes about 1 hour by car or around an hour and a half by train from ATAATA RESORT, making it a highly recommended destination.
As the warmer season arrives, the bamboo in our garden grows rapidly. While keeping up with the maintenance can be quite a challenge, our guests from Germany kindly helped us with the work!