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Yakatabune Cruise: Tokyo Bay Scenic Views
4.6
18 Ratings
Koto City
Experience Tokyo Bay’s charm with a cherry blossom cruise, sukiyaki dinner, and shamisen show. Discover iconic sights and serene views.
Experience Tokyo Bay’s charm with a cherry blossom cruise, sukiyaki dinner, and shamisen show. Discover iconic sights and serene views.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Toyosu Bridge - By day, Toyosuōhashi Bridge offers stunning views of Tokyo Bay and the city skyline. Its contemporary design stands out beautifully against the surrounding landscape. This location is perfect for experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of the nearby Tsukiji Outer Market and taking unforgettable photos of the city.
- Rainbow Bridge -…
- Toyosu Bridge - By day, Toyosuōhashi Bridge offers stunning views of Tokyo Bay and the city skyline. Its contemporary design stands out beautifully against the surrounding landscape. This location is perfect for experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of the nearby Tsukiji Outer Market and taking unforgettable photos of the city.
- Rainbow Bridge - The Rainbow Bridge is an excellent location for photography. Completed in 1993, it stretches 3,750 meters and is supported by two graceful white towers that reach 126 meters in height. At night, the bridge is lit up with pink, white, and green lights. From various perspectives, one can capture breathtaking photos with Tokyo Bay or the city skyline as a backdrop.
What's Included
- Yakatabune ticket for a 60-minute sail
- Japanese dance performance on the boat
- Guide who speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese
- Tea and coffee
- Yakatabune ticket for a 60-minute sail
- Japanese dance performance on the boat
- Guide who speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Meals are not provided
- Please arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated
- Meals are not provided
- Please arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated
Additional Information
The yakatabune, or houseboat, has a rich history dating back to the Heian period (794-1185) and the Edo period (1603-1868). Originally, these boats were reserved for feudal lords and samurai, but eventually, affluent merchants used them to display their wealth. It wasn’t until the late 19th century that the general public could enjoy these unique…
The yakatabune, or houseboat, has a rich history dating back to the Heian period (794-1185) and the Edo period (1603-1868). Originally, these boats were reserved for feudal lords and samurai, but eventually, affluent merchants used them to display their wealth. It wasn’t until the late 19th century that the general public could enjoy these unique vessels.
Aboard the boat, guests can delight in a captivating Japanese dance performance, with complimentary non-alcoholic beverages provided.
Experience a journey on the historic yakatabune, with a cruise lasting 60 minutes. After leaving the pier, the boat will travel to the Toyosu Bridge before returning to the starting point.
Passengers can take in the stunning views of Tokyo Bay from both sides of the cabin, with a guide available who speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese.
- Not accepted: infants under 3 years old, pregnant women, individuals with severe leg or back conditions, and those in wheelchairs
- You will need to remove your shoes for this experience.
- Due to limited seating on the yakatabune, shared tables may be required. ，【Seating Policy】 Our seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location
1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima
Meeting point: 1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo (This is the drop-off point for taxis; you can accurately locate it on Google Maps).
Final boarding point: 1-chōme-3-3 Etchūjima.
Please go to the meeting point by yourself, arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(18 Ratings)
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Jennyz886
May 14, 2025
Such a lovely Japanese vibe - The yakatabune trip really opened my eyes to Tokyo. The boat's decorations had such a lovely Japanese vibe, and the performer in a kimono dancing to beautiful music made it even more magical. I was totally immersed in that hour. We also got to see some gorgeous buildings along the way. It was such a fun experience, and l'd recommend it to everyone!
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Lucaslb5875dv
May 9, 2025
It's very easy to find. - We stumbled upon this show by chance at Tokyo Tower. We bought tickets on site and enjoyed the show inside the tower. While it was raining outside, we took the opportunity to shelter from the rain and enjoy this incredible performance. The artists were full of energy and vitality, and the atmosphere was great!
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Brett_k
Apr 28, 2025
Absolute must. Sheila our... - Absolute must. Sheila our guide was very informative and very interactive with the guests. Super friendly and helpful. Boat trip amazing and the traditional dancing a highlight.
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Mengzhenl2025
Apr 27, 2025
A very beautiful dancer! - First of all, the place of business is easy to find and the price is very reasonable. Even if you book at the last minute, you still manage to book this event. We chose to arrive 10 minutes early and arrived just in time for boarding. The guide presented some iconic places of Japan in English. Sitting on the boat, we could see beautiful landscapes through the windows. My friends and I had a great time and the staff service was excellent.
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Rachel_k
Apr 18, 2025
A fun experience with... - A fun experience with Japanese tea and snacks. There was plenty of entertainment and beautiful views.
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Erika_a
Apr 10, 2025
It was a wonderful dinner... - It was a wonderful dinner cruise. The boat was fabulous, the food was great, the entertainment was awesome. Would definitely recommend this to anyone!
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Borislava_m
Apr 9, 2025
Nice boat ride in Tokyo! - Nice boat ride and great dinner! Also great singer of Japanese traditional songs. Good experience and I would recommend.
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Jennifer_s
Apr 3, 2025
Cherry blossom Cruise - We had a great time on our dinner cruise!! The food was delicious, the staff was very friendly and the entertainment was very talented!!! I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Tokyo.
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Cosierdavid
Apr 20, 2025
Disappointed for the $$$ - The experience was great but the price for what you got overall, has a lot of be desired.
The trip being a lot longer on the bost and more activities would be great but still.. Disappointed with the pricing for what you get.
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Alan_b
Apr 20, 2025
Frustrating Experience with Viator’s Inflexible Cancellation Policy - I want to highlight Viator’s strict 24-hour cancellation policy, which allows no exceptions, even for circumstances beyond a customer’s control.
While in Japan, I booked an event through Viator and encountered an issue. Two hours before the 5 p.m. event, I requested an Uber from Sanrio Puroland (also booked via Viator), a one-hour trip to the venue. When Uber delayed confirming a pickup, I contacted the venue to explain I might be late and asked to reschedule for 7 p.m. They said rescheduling wasn’t possible and directed me to Viator.
I called Viator’s customer service (Aila), explained my situation, and proposed deducting meal costs (for my family of three, including an 8-year-old) to facilitate a cancellation. Aila said she’d look into it but soon emailed that cancellation wasn’t allowed due to incurred meal costs, offering no alternatives.
This experience was deeply frustrating. A reliable business should consider uncontrollable circumstances and show flexibility. My advice: if there’s any chance you might not make an event, cancel well before the 24-hour deadline. Moving forward, I’ll be using alternative services for tours and events.
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