Biwako Hotel to Open 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' Starting July 2026
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- Biwako Hotel to Open 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' Starting July 2026
- Biwako Hotel will operate the 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' on its top-floor terrace from July 1 to September 30, 2026. The venue will feature BBQ plans utilizing Omi beef and local ingredients, alongside a new champagne free-flow plan.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: May 19, 2026
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Biwako Hotel will operate the 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' on its top-floor terrace from July 1 to September 30, 2026. The venue will feature BBQ plans utilizing Omi beef and local ingredients, alongside a new champagne free-flow plan.
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- Biwako Hotel to Open 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' Starting July 2026 (May 19, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- May 19, 2026
Biwako Hotel will operate the 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' on its top-floor terrace from July 1 to September 30, 2026. The venue will feature BBQ plans utilizing Omi beef and local ingredients, alongside a new champagne free-flow plan.
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## Overview
Biwako Hotel (Location: Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture; General Manager: Yoshikazu Maeda) will operate 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' on the hotel's top-floor rooftop terrace from Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026. This year, the hotel introduces a 'BBQ PLAN' featuring the renowned 'Omi beef' and local ingredients, as well as a new 'Lakeside Twilight PLAN' where guests can enjoy tapas with champagne. Experience fine dining in a resort-like atmosphere with prime views of Japan's largest lake.
## Highlights
1. Prime Seats for Lake Biwa's 'Magic Hour'
Enjoy an open-air space 45 meters above ground, overlooking the glistening lake surface at sunset and the illuminated 'Biwako Hana Funsui' (flower fountain) at night.
2. BBQ Featuring Shiga's Tastes
The 'Omi Beef' plan (12,500 JPY) features Omi beef ribeye, Ibuki Ham bacon, rice cooked in a pot from Ogi terraced fields, and homemade bagna cauda with Funa-zushi rice koji.
3. New: Lakeside Twilight Plan
A tapas plan with free-flow champagne, offering five tapas including octopus and apple mango ceviche.
## Operational Details
- Location: Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi (13th floor, Biwako Hotel)
- Period: July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026 (Closed on August 6)
- Time: 17:30–21:00 (90-minute limit, Last Order 19:30)
- Plans:
- BBQ PLAN 6,500 JPY (Member: 6,000 JPY)
- BBQ PLAN 9,500 JPY (Member: 8,500 JPY)
- BBQ PLAN 12,500 JPY (Member: 11,500 JPY)
- Lakeside Twilight PLAN: 10,000 JPY
Biwako Hotel (Location: Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture; General Manager: Yoshikazu Maeda) will operate 'Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi' on the hotel's top-floor rooftop terrace from Wednesday, July 1, 2026, to Wednesday, September 30, 2026. This year, the hotel introduces a 'BBQ PLAN' featuring the renowned 'Omi beef' and local ingredients, as well as a new 'Lakeside Twilight PLAN' where guests can enjoy tapas with champagne. Experience fine dining in a resort-like atmosphere with prime views of Japan's largest lake.
## Highlights
1. Prime Seats for Lake Biwa's 'Magic Hour'
Enjoy an open-air space 45 meters above ground, overlooking the glistening lake surface at sunset and the illuminated 'Biwako Hana Funsui' (flower fountain) at night.
2. BBQ Featuring Shiga's Tastes
The 'Omi Beef' plan (12,500 JPY) features Omi beef ribeye, Ibuki Ham bacon, rice cooked in a pot from Ogi terraced fields, and homemade bagna cauda with Funa-zushi rice koji.
3. New: Lakeside Twilight Plan
A tapas plan with free-flow champagne, offering five tapas including octopus and apple mango ceviche.
## Operational Details
- Location: Rooftop Outdoor Barbecue Hoshi (13th floor, Biwako Hotel)
- Period: July 1, 2026 – September 30, 2026 (Closed on August 6)
- Time: 17:30–21:00 (90-minute limit, Last Order 19:30)
- Plans:
- BBQ PLAN 6,500 JPY (Member: 6,000 JPY)
- BBQ PLAN 9,500 JPY (Member: 8,500 JPY)
- BBQ PLAN 12,500 JPY (Member: 11,500 JPY)
- Lakeside Twilight PLAN: 10,000 JPY
FAQ
Does it operate in the rain?
Operations may be cancelled depending on the weather. Please check with the hotel for details.
Are there member discounts?
Special member prices are available for Biwako Hotel Club members.
Is it open during the fireworks festival?
It will be closed on August 6, 2026, due to the Lake Biwa Grand Fireworks Festival.