The Eight Views of Ōmi are a set of traditional scenic views set across Shiga. Inspired by the Eight Views of Xiaoxiang, these views inspired numerous artists to create a set of paintings based on them, including works created by the last great master of ukiyo-e, Hiroshige. Each individual view is incredibly beautiful, and through this series, we will showcase each of these views, and how you can experience the beauty that inspired Hiroshige to create these works. Today, we will be showcasing the Twilight Snow at Mount Hira.

Twilight Snow at Mount Hira is the last of the Eight Views of Ohmi, and showcases the snowcapped sides of the Hira Mountains. Lake Biwa is a vibrant shade of blue, cutting through the monochrome peaks of the mountains and grass as well. You can even find a small village with people walking through the snow on the bottom left side of the image. While it is impossible to determine which mountains are present in the artwork, the most likely mountain is Mount Bunagatake, which is the tallest mountain in the range.

How to get to this view: Take the JR Biwako Line to Zeze Station. Once you arrive, walk to Keihan Zeze Station, which is in front of Zeze Station itself. There, board the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line to Keihan-otsukyo Station. From there, climb up to Otsukyo Station, and board the Kosei Line to Ōmi-Imazu Station. Once you arrive, you can board a Bus to Gulliver’s Village, which is located at the base of the mountain. If you wish to climb the mountain, follow the path that has been marked up the mountain. If you simply wish to view the mountain, you can do so at Hira Station, which is along the Kosei Line.