"Atakemaru" is a legendary huge boat made by Iemitsu, the third generation of the Tokugawa family in the early Edo period. It is a ship boasting luxury that was called as comparable to Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The Tokyo Bay pleasure boat with the theme of Atakemaru is "Gozabune Atakemaru". A gorgeous ship is popular with overseas travelers. At "Sunset Cruise" and "Night Cruise", … [Read more...] about Gozabune Atakemaru (Samurai Cruises), Tokyo
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Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship), Hyogo
Speaking of Kansai region's representative port town, it is "Kobe". In the night view of Kobe Harborland in Kobe Port, the light of "Mosaic Ferris wheel" and "Kobe Port Tower" is gorgeously directing the night view of Kobe Port. "Concerto" from such Kobe port is a cruise ship which can cruises round trip to Akashi-Kaikyo Ohashi Bridge. The cruise plan of Concerto includes a … [Read more...] about Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship), Hyogo
Tokyo Bay Cruise Vinght Et Un, Tokyo
There are times when you think that "I want to forget everyday and taste an elegant moment!" In that case, it is "Tokyo Bay Cruise Vinght Et Un". "Vinght Et Un" is a large-scale restaurant ship leaving Takeshiba Wharf to travel around Tokyo Bay. The place of "Vinght Et Un" is the "Takeshiba Passenger Terminal" at Takeshiba Wharf. It is about 7 minutes on foot from JR … [Read more...] about Tokyo Bay Cruise Vinght Et Un, Tokyo
Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort
Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, popular for Huis Ten Bosch and Sasebo burger etc. Among them, "Kujukushima" is a superb view spot not to be missed. This area by Rias Coast and the islands is not only a place to watch but also a resort where you can play a day. Kujukushima is a large sea area connecting 25 kilometers from Sasebo port to Hirado City in the north. As it is … [Read more...] about Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort
Otaru Canal Cruise, Hokkaido
Otaru attracts many people to the scenery that makes its history feel and fresh seafood that can be taken in the near sea. Speaking of the tourist attraction is still “Otaru Canal”. The stroll road of the cobblestone which melted in retro atmosphere and exotic cityscape is always crowded with tourists regardless of the season. There are lots of gourmet spots and sights in the … [Read more...] about Otaru Canal Cruise, Hokkaido
Sky Bus Tokyo, Tokyo
The Tokyo subway is convenient for sightseeing as its network of railroads covers the whole city. But, how about sightseeing by bus occasionally? Today, open roof sightseeing bus is very popular in Tokyo. A bright red two-story bus goes around sightseeing spots such as Asakusa, Skytree and Odaiba area. Roof top two-story bus has a higher line-of-sight than everyday and is … [Read more...] about Sky Bus Tokyo, Tokyo
Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine), Kyoto
"Ine no Funaya" is the eastern end of the Tango Peninsula protruding in the Sea of Japan and is a private house and boat garage house group lined in the Ine district of Ine Town, Kyoto Prefecture. In Ine area, there are about 230 boat houses along the Ine Bay, which is 5 kilometers away. "Ine no Funaya" is said to have been built already in the middle of the Edo period, it is … [Read more...] about Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine), Kyoto
Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama
Nagatoro of Chichibu district is one of the leading tourist destinations in Kanto region. Especially, the river with the country designated natural treasure "pile of rocks" is a magnificent spot where quiet and majestic views spread. At “Nagatoro River Boating” which is a line cruise down a gentle river, you can enjoy nature spreading around. Arakawa River originates from … [Read more...] about Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama
Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita
Hita City Oita Prefecture is famous for being rich in nature. Moreover, Hita has been active as a key hub of traffic in the northern part of Kyushu region from a long time ago, and it is also a place where you can still feel the history and culture of those. Hita City is located in the northwest part of Kyushu, a basin surrounded by mountains such as Mt. Aso. This area is known … [Read more...] about Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita
Naruto no Uzushio (Naruto whirlpools), Tokushima
Naruto city, which is connected by the Naruto Bridge from the Kansai region, is also known as a major gateway to the Shikoku region. Surrounded by nature such as the sea and the mountains, it is also characterized by many famous products such as delicious food gathered from the mountains and the sea. In addition, the biggest feature of this area is its dynamic "Uzushio" … [Read more...] about Naruto no Uzushio (Naruto whirlpools), Tokushima