Tokyo Yakatabune Dinner Cruise with Traditional Show & Drinks
Overview
Take a magical journey on a "yakatabune" Japanese houseboat in Tokyo Bay, for a cruise combining history, culture, and scenic beauty. Experience the enchanting melodies of a skilled shamisen player as you cruise through the night, indulging in sukiyaki beef and free-flow drinks. Enjoy charming interiors illuminated by lanterns, and unwind on the spacious open-air upper deck with breathtaking views of Tokyo Bay by day or by night. This cruise offers a serene and captivating atmosphere that will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Highlights
- Enjoy the perfect mix of tradition and modernity on a yakatabune houseboat
- Savor a tasty traditional sukiyaki meal on board and relax with unlimited soft drinks
- Take in spectacular views of Tokyo from the water from the open-hair deck
- Treat yourself to unparalleled service with the help of a multilingual host
- Book with a Rakuten account to earn or use points for each ticket!
Key Information
Important Information
- Passengers must be aged 0–80
- Ages 4+ are charged as adults
- Ages 4–12 must be accompanied by an adult
- Reservations for pregnant travelers are not accepted
- The operator reserves the right to cancel the cruise in cases such as government restrictions or natural disasters; an alternative or refund will be offered in this case
- Due to limited seating on the yakatabune, sharing tables may be necessary and you need to remove your shoes to enter into the boat for culture purpose, thanks!
- The onboard performances have no fixed format and different professionals may perform on a daily basis (images are for reference only)
- The legal drinking age in Japan is 20; please bring a valid ID for proof of age if you wish to buy beer or sake onboard (alcohol will not be served to ages 0–19)
Booking (4 steps)
Duration
Included
- Tokyo Bay dinner cruise
- Unlimited soft drinks
- Japanese sukiyaki meal
- Traditional Japanese performance
- Multilingual host
Not Included
- International rescue insurance
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Asahi beer, Suntory beer, or Japanese sake, (500 JPY each, available to purchase, cash only)
What to Bring
- Passport or ID card
- Cash
Meeting Point
Meet 15 mins earlier at the Etchūjima Pier (1-chōme-3 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo, Japan). Please go to the meeting point on your own, and make sure to arrive 15 mins early, as the boat will leave on time.
Venue Address
Etchūjima Pier(越中島発着場), Koto City, Tokyo, 1-chōme-3 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Schedule
Cruises depart at 17:00 and 19:30 and last approximately 1.5 hours
Itinerary:
- Depart from Etchujima Pier
- Pass Rainbow Bridge
- Pass Tokyo Sea Life Park
- Arrive back at Etchujima Pier
Provided by
株式会社オレンジツアー ／Orange Tour Co., Ltd
Description
Listen as a talented performer plucks the strings of the traditional shamisen while cruising Tokyo Bay at night on this guided cruise on board a yakatabune boat.
Discover on a magical journey in Tokyo Bay aboard a yakatabune houseboat with a history dating back to the Heian period (794–1185) and which was used for entertainment by nobles and merchants during the Edo period (1603–1868). Indulge in scenic views while comfortably seated on the boat's rooftop.
Be mesmerized as a skilled shamisen performer fills the night air with enchanting melodies. Embarking and disembarking on Tokyo Bay is made effortless, allowing travelers to fully enjoy the serene atmosphere.
Sit inside the cabin where delectable Japanese cuisine awaits. Enjoy a sukiyaki (hot pot) beef meal, a performance, and free-flowing of soft drinks (a pork or vegetarian option is available if requested in advance).
On the upper deck, unwind on a spacious open-air viewing platform that leads to a uniquely designed outdoor observation area where the beauty of Tokyo Bay unfolds before your eyes. Soak up the tranquil and leisurely atmosphere of the daytime or the dazzling and romantic allure of the night, it always evokes a unique sense of excitement. The traditional Japanese interior has a unique charm with the background of lanterns. Return to your starting point at the end of the cruise.
Join us for an extraordinary adventure that blends the rich history of the Heian and Edo periods with the modern allure of Tokyo Bay!
