Access
We look forward to welcoming you to the Otsu Campus.
The Kano Lab is located at the Faculty of Education on Shiga University’s Otsu Campus. For a research meeting, collaboration, workshop, interview or lecture, confirm the date and meeting point with your host before travelling.
Address
Faculty of Education, Shiga University, Otsu Campus
2-5-1 Hiratsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0862, Japan
Public transport
The main nearby station is Ishiyama Station, served by the JR Biwako Line and the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line. From JR Ishiyama Station, take a Kojak Kotsu bus towards the Otsu Campus. The official university page lists stops including Shigadai-mae, Shigadai Nishimon, Ishiyama Yochien-mae and Shiga University campus.
- Approximately 12 minutes by bus from JR Ishiyama Station
- Approximately 5 minutes by bus from Keihan Ishiyamadera Station
- Check the official access page for current routes, stops, timetables and service notices before travelling.
Meeting point on campus
The building, room and meeting point will be provided according to the purpose of your visit. First-time visitors may be asked to meet at an easy-to-find location such as the main gate, west gate or main-building entrance. Room numbers that are not published will be sent directly to visitors.
Campus map
The Otsu Campus has several gates and buildings. Check the official campus map in advance and identify the gate and building specified by your host.
Arriving by car
Tell your host in advance if you plan to drive. Follow the university or event instructions on parking and campus entry.
Accessibility
Please tell us in advance about mobility, wheelchair access, sign-language or text interpretation, captions, hearing, vision, sensory needs or rest spaces. We will clarify what can reasonably be provided.
Online meetings
Initial conversations about PhD study, JSPS fellowships, collaboration or international visits can also take place online. Include your country or region, time zone and possible dates.
Before your visit
- Have you confirmed the date and host?
- Have you confirmed the meeting point and building?
- Have you checked the current bus route and timetable?
- If attending an event, is your registration complete?
- Have you communicated any accessibility requirements?
- Have you confirmed an emergency contact method?