Nagahama City, which was established through a merger in 2010, is a transportation hub for the Kanto and Hokuriku regions, as well as other parts of the country. Due to its convenient accessibility, the city's main industries are commerce and tourism. Due to its Sea of Japan climate, snowfall is observed in winter, but the rest of the year is relatively warm. Chikubushima Island, Oku-Biwako Parkway, Kokokukaku and Sedai-kaku are some of the most popular tourist spots, with many others scattered throughout the area. Oku-Biwako Parkway in particular offers a spectacular view, with the stunning contrast of Lake Biwa and the cape. The area's diverse attractions make it popular not only with visitors from outside the prefecture, but also from overseas.