Cozy house near Shiga University
3 bedrooms
1 baths
5 residents
200 m2
200 / 200
1 month min.
After Kyoto and Tokyo, it’s time to experience a slower, more local side of Japan.
This sharehouse in Hikone, Shiga, is designed for nomad workers and long-term travelers who want to stay for one to three months while truly living in a regional Japanese city. Instead of rushing between tourist spots, you can settle into the rhythm of everyday life and explore the area at your own pace.
The house is about a nine-minute bike ride from Hikone Station. Between work sessions, you can wander through the historic castle town around Hikone Castle or head toward Lake Biwa for a change of scenery. Lake Biwa is the largest and most significant lake in Japan, shaping life in Shiga for thousands of years. Its vast shoreline, open skies, and rich ecosystem support a wide variety of wildlife, and the landscape changes beautifully with the seasons. Cycling along the lake or spending quiet time by the water is one of the simplest and most rewarding ways to experience Shiga.
If you enjoy the outdoors, this region is ideal. Low mountains, forests, and rural areas surround the city, making it easy to go hiking, camping, or exploring nature on weekends without long travel. Shiga is also known for its calm atmosphere and kind, approachable people, which makes it easy to feel comfortable even if you don’t speak much Japanese. Small conversations often lead to helpful local tips and unexpected connections.
The house is equipped with free Wi-Fi, a shared kitchen, and bicycle parking, making it suitable for remote work and daily life. Some rooms feature tatami flooring, offering a chance to experience traditional Japanese living in a relaxed, practical way. With stays available from one month, it’s easy to balance work, travel, and rest without rushing.
You’ll also be living with both Japanese and international residents. Casual conversations in the kitchen or living room often turn into insights about local food, seasonal events, and everyday life—things you rarely learn as a short-term tourist.
If you’re looking to explore rural Japan while maintaining a comfortable work routine, Hikone offers a grounded, authentic base for your stay in Shiga.
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You'll be sharing this coliving with up to 4 other residents.
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PrivatePrivate room · Couple-friendly · Single bed · Shared bathroom Air conditioning · Balcony · Chair · Cleaning · Closet/drawers · Desk/workspace · Essentials · Hair dryer · Hangers · Heating · Lock on door · Room-darkening blinds · Sheets & Pillows · WiFiThe longer you stay, the less you pay!3 months/month6 months/month
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Bed in a 2-bed males only roomShared room · Single occupancy · Twin bed · 10 m² · Shared bathroom Air conditioning · Balcony · Chair · Cleaning · Closet/drawers · Desk/workspace · Essentials · Hair dryer · Hangers · Lock on door · Room-darkening blinds · Sheets & Pillows · WiFiThe longer you stay, the less you pay!3 months/month6 months/month
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We don't just offer a place to stay; we offer a chance to be part of a community that celebrates diversity and fosters connections. Whether you're a student, a young professional, or anyone in between looking for an enriching living experience in Japan, we welcome you to join our family.
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Shiga
Shiga is a region best known for its balance of nature and everyday life. Rather than busy sightseeing, it suits travelers who want to slow down, stay longer, and experience rural Japan in a more grounded way.
At the center of Shiga lies Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. For centuries, it has shaped the region’s environment and culture. The lake is home to a rich ecosystem with many species of fish and birds, and its wide shoreline and open skies create a calm, expansive atmosphere. Cycling along the lake, kayaking on the water, or simply spending quiet time by the shore are easy ways to reconnect with nature.
Hikone Castle and its surrounding castle town offer a strong sense of history that feels integrated into daily life. Walking through the area gives you a clear picture of Japan’s past without the crowds found in larger cities.
Food is another highlight of Shiga.
Omi beef is one of Japan’s most respected wagyu brands, raised locally and known for its fine marbling, tenderness, and rich flavor. It is commonly enjoyed as steak or sukiyaki.
Funazushi is a traditional fermented sushi made from nigorobuna carp caught in Lake Biwa. The fish is salted and then fermented with rice over a long period, creating a strong aroma and sour, cheese-like taste. It is an acquired flavor, but it represents a unique food culture found almost nowhere else in Japan.
Beyond the city, Shiga offers quiet temples, shrines, forests, and low mountains. These surroundings make it easy to enjoy hiking, camping, or peaceful walks without long travel times. The area is also known for its gentle pace of life and friendly, approachable people, which helps visitors feel comfortable during longer stays.
With its mix of nature, history, distinctive food culture, and calm atmosphere, Shiga is well suited for travelers who want to explore Japan beyond the major cities and experience the country in a more personal way.
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