Ehime Kuraishima Kaikyo Rapid Boat Cruise
Overview
Would you like to experience the excitement of a powerful tidal wave boat ride? The tidal boat offers an up-close experience of the rapids of Kurushima Kaikyo, one of the three most rapid tidal currents in Japan. The boat will take you on a tour of historically important islands in the Kurushima Kaikyo while enjoying the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea.
Highlights
- It is a valuable experience to visit historically important islands.
- Sailing to Kurushima Rapids, one of the three major tidal currents in Japan!
- Rakuten points can be earned & used when you purchase with your Rakuten account!
Important Information
・Please be sure to wear a life jacket. (Life jackets are available on board.)
・Please do not walk around on the ship while it is underway, as it may rock suddenly due to the tide and waves. Please be especially careful with small children.
・Please note that seawater may enter the ship due to tides and waves. Please understand this in advance.
・Pets are not allowed on board.
・Eating and drinking are not permitted on board.
・Basically, the boat sails every hour during business hours, but the sailing time may vary depending on reservations, date, current, and other factors.
*Please check the "Departure Timetable" on the official website before making a reservation.
・The service is subject to change or cancellation due to weather conditions.
・From March to November, the boat operates with a minimum of 2 passengers; on weekdays from December to February, the boat operates only when there is an advance reservation for a minimum of 5 passengers.
*This winter, for a limited time only, a "high-speed boat" will operate with a minimum number of 2 passengers to protect passengers from the cold weather! (Some days and times may be operated by tidal boat depending on the number of reservations.)
・There is a parking lot (free of charge) at Roadside Station Yoshiumi Iki-Ikiikan.
Description
Why don't you have a rare experience to see the Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge from right below while enjoying the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea? You can also "pass under the bridge" and see the shipyards, the symbol of Imabari, the largest maritime city in Japan, from inside the bay. The cruise will also visit historically important islands in the Kurushima Straits, including Kurushima, the site of the Murakami Pirates' castle, and Kojima, the site of the Geyo Fortress' gun emplacements!