Ishiyamadera and Other Sites Connected to “The Tale of Genji” in Shiga Prefecture

Tahōtō, the two-storied “many-jeweled pagoda,” at Ishiyamadera is a national treasure. (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

The Genji-no-ma at Ishiyamadera is said to be where Muasaki was inspired to write her masterpiece. (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

The Dear Radiance exhibition takes place at Myōōin within Ishiyamadera and will run until January 31, 2025. (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

The Tale of Genji: Mono no Aware. The collaborative exhibition takes place at Seson’in within Ishiyamadera. (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

The Ōsaka Barrier acted as the border between the provinces of Yamashiro (now Kyoto Prefecture) and Ōmi (now Shiga Prefecture). (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

Shirahige Shrine’s vermilion torii seems to float on Lake Biwa. (Courtesy Shiga prefectural government)

Artist’s impression of designs on the outside of the train. (Courtesy Ōtsu municipal government)

Artist’s impression of the train interior. (Courtesy Ōtsu municipal government)