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Sky Bus Tokyo, Tokyo

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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 refreshing. Please enjoy open air sightseeing in Tokyo on a sunny day.
There are two types of two-story sightseeing buses. SKY HOP BUS freely getting on and off the main tourist spot and SKY BUS which allows you to explore the popular spots in a short time.

There are three courses of SKY HOP BUS. “Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree course” around Akihabara, Ueno station, Asakusa, and Tokyo sky tree. “Odaiba course” which passes from Tokyo Tower via Rainbow Bridge to Odaiba, passes through Toyosu, Tsukiji and Ginza. And, in addition to the Odaiba course, it is “Roppongi, Odaiba course” which you can access to Roppongi. Transfer to other courses is also possible. If you get on the bus, you will be able to access the main sightseeing spots in Tokyo, so it is a nice tour for tourists. It is two birds with one stone so you can enjoy the scenery of the city of Tokyo from the bus window while you are on the move.
Meanwhile, SKY BUS features that you can enjoy sightseeing spots from the bus window around 1 hour, and there is no stopover. It’s perfect for when you do not have much time or when you are tired of walking. Tourism from the bus is free from congestion. Courses are attractive, such as the Imperial Palace, the Omotesando, night views of Odaiba and Ginza. Looking at the Japanese Diet Building from the middle of the road is a precious experience you can not do easily.

The two-storys sightseeing bus

The “SKY BUS TOKYO” is a two-storys sightseeing bus around the main sightseeing spot of Tokyo. It started a sightseeing tour as the first opening top bus in Japan in 2004 and attracted the many tourists who visited Tokyo.

Superb view of the sky

The second-floor part in this 2-story bus is the seat space and you can enjoy the superb view of the sky from the ceiling being opened widely with comfortable wind.

There are many attractive buses

The kind of the bus is abundant, too. There are many attractive buses and courses Including “SKY BUS TOKO” which you can enjoy car window sightseeing for a short time, “SKY HOP BUS” which you can get on and off it freely, and amphibious bus “SKY DUCK”.

Different viewpoint than usual

You can enjoy plentifully a sense of space in the tour around the famous place of Tokyo by 2-story open bus “SKY BUS”. The bus tour has gained popularity as being a long queue at the bus stop on a holiday, because you can enjoy the sightseeing with different viewpoint than usual in short time.

It is an attractive open bus tour for the person who “wants to go round the famous spot without taking much time”, “wants to turn around taking much time”, and “wants to see different scenery of Tokyo”.

Information

Name:	Sky Bus Tokyo
Adresse:	Marunouchi 2-5-2 Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005 Japan
Access:	JR Tokaido-sen Line “Tokyo-eki Station” (3 minutes walk from the exit of south Marunouchi)
Tel:	(+81) 3-3215-0008 (Sky Bus Call Center)
Price:	Adult : 1,600 - 2,300 yen Under-11 : 700 - 1,100 yen Transit fare depends on the course. Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.skybus.jp/

Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine), Kyoto

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“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 a very historical cultural heritage. The Ine bay with boat houses is a rare bay opened to the south while being on the Sea of Japan side, it is hard to be affected by the wind and is a relatively calm bay. The boat houses are built to protrude on the sea surface of Ine Bay, the first floor is the ship lifting floor and the second floor is the residential space. The ship landing site of the first floor is made to be inclined to raise the ship, and it is also a storage place for fishing gear and fishing work place. “Ine no Funaya” was selected as the fishing village for the first time as the Preservation District for the country, and it became the film and TV shooting place.
The greatest highlight of this place is the unusual and idyllic scenery created by the shipyard and the sea. Because a pleasure boat is also operated in the Ine Bay, it may be good to look at it from the ocean. Route to explore the Ine Bay area with the group of the boat houses is recommended. If you take a leisurely walk and feel the nature such as Funaya and the sea, you can enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto.

Venezia in Japan

The calm Gulf of Ine lined with “Ine no Funaya”. The scenery is like Venezia in Japan.

The fisherman’s house

This is Ine-cho of the Sea of Japan of North Kyoto. The group of Funaya exceeding 230 which quietly lined with is one of sightseeing spot having the mysterious scenery such as the mirage floating on the surface of the water in Kyoto. It is the fisherman’s house with the superb view setting up the home on the cabinet of the boat.

Nation’s Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings

In Ine-cho at the east end of Tango Peninsula, people call the garage of the boat “Funaya”. The scenery that more than 230 Funaya lined with along the 5 kilometers of gulf is spectacular, it is very rare in Japan, and it was designated as the Nation’s Preservation District for Groups of Historic Buildings, too.

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Superb view spot

A peninsula facing the Sea of Japan becomes the buffering wall and forms shorelines of less waves and wind facing south. Because there are few waves, the beautiful cobalt blue sea becomes the superb view spot around the group of Funaya.

Information

Name:	Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine)
Adresse:	Yosagun Inecho, Kyoto 626-0401 Japan
Access:	Kyoto Tango Railway “Ama-no-Hashidate-eki Station” (60 minutes by bus)
Tel:	(+81) 772-32-0277
Price/Charge:	Sea taxis Time: around 30 minutes Cost: Adults 1,000 yen, Children (Elementary school students) 500 yen Sightseeing boats around Ine Bay Time：Approx. 25 minutes Cost: Adults 680 yen, Children (Elementary school students) 340 yen Guided tour around Ine`s funaya and mondori experience（English guidance available） Time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes Cost: Adults 2,300 yen, Children (Elementary school students) 1,800 yen Please participate in groups of at least 2 people. Prior reservation is necessary (up to 5 days before) 　　　 Email　inekankou@gmail.com Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.ine-kankou.jp/

Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama

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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 the Oku-Chichibu mountain area, passes through Chichibu Basin, and finally pours it to Tokyo Bay. Here Nagatoro seems to have been given this place name because the gentle “Toro” of flow continues for a long time in the basin of Arakawa River. “Nagatoro River Boating” is a popular activity that has long relaxed down this Arakawa River. There is also a little torrent along the way, it is also a feature of “Nagatoro River Boating” that you can enjoy thrilling experiences while relaxingly enjoying nature.
Nagatoro River Boating is a popular tourist destination of Nagatoro, which is used by 200,000 people annually, in a beautiful landscape that nature creates, falling on a rowing boat. The history of this “Nagatoro River Boating” is old, “downstream in a boat” started from the middle of the Meiji Period. It was from the Taisho period that it became commonly known. And it became popular as “Nagatoro River Boating” since the 1960s.
Line cruise slides Arakawa River dramatically while looking at the dynamic nature screen. The scenery which can be said as a work of art created by the nature of Nagatoro as well as the pleasures of meandering flow is exactly the breathtaking beauty. Many boatman who enrich the enjoyment of line cruise are enrolled and skillfully manipulates the oars and makes Nagatoro River Boating more entertaining with the unique guide.

Nagatoro’s Representative attraction of Tourism

The pure and clear stream which burn off some summer heat, colored leaves are beautiful in autumn, you can enjoy them with the Nagatoro river boating. It is one of the representatives attractions of Tourism in Nagatoro where you can enjoy the event of each season.

Dynamic nature

While looking at scene of dynamic nature, the boat glide in Arakawa river which to change the expression. You can experience the beauty of the scenery of the flow and the pleasure of the change in speed of a serpentine river.

You can chose from three courses

There are three kinds of courses as A courses (3km) from the Oyahana-bridge to the Iwatatami, .B course (3km) from the Iwatatami to the Takasago-bridge, and all courses (6km) that merged A and B.

From young to expert, while a boatman skillfully handles oars, they please rafting further more with a guide full of personality.

Information

Name:	Nagatoro River Boating
Adresse:	Nagatoro 489-2 Chichibugun Nagatoromachi, Saitama 369-1305 Japan
Access:	Chichibu Tetsudo (Railway) “Nagatoro-eki Station” (1 minutes walk)
Tel:	(+81) 494-66-0950 (River Rafting Information Office)
Price/Charge:	There are two courses. Each fare is the same. 1,600 yen (Adult : junior high school & above) 800 yen (3yrs & above) Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.chichibu-railway.co.jp/

Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita

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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 as one of the most hot areas during the summer in Japan, and contrary in the winter, the coldest season is the lowest temperature and the snow falls. There is a river, and it is a recommended tourist spot enriched in the natural environment where you can feel the change in the four seasons.

There are several Yakata-bune (The roofed pleasure boat) are open in Misumi River flowing in Hita city. It has a history of 200 years and you can enjoy meals on board. More than 40 Yakata-bune lined up on the river side is very magnificent, it is said that it is a Hita’s style. You can see cormorant-fishing at Yakata-bune, and enjoy cherry blossom in spring, cooling in summer, colored leaves in autumn, a snow-viewing with a shoji and kotatsu in winter. It is a recommended sightseeing experience that you want to change the season and ride as many times as you like.
You can make a reservation at each inn that runs a Yakata-bune. In the case of shared, one adult can use it from about 3150 yen, and easy to use price setting is one of popularity. There are many inns that use a Yakka boat as a shipboard restaurant, shipboard cafe, and shipboard bar, and there are also various accommodation plans. You can feel free to enjoy Yakata-bune. In Misumi River’s pleasant wind, why don’t you try spending a nice time watching the sunset.

“Hita Yakata-bune”, which proud of the traditional history of 200 years, is admired together with the Nagara River in the whole country. it is one of the feature of Hita Onsen town where you can relaxedly have a delicious dish on the Yakata-bune which floated in the Mikuma River.

The figure that more than 40 boats of Yakata-bune float on the surface of a river becomes a feature of Hita for a long time.

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In addition, the cormorant-fishing is carried out from May to October, you can fully enjoy emotion of riverside district Hita.

It is said that sailing of Yakata-bune was pleasure of the Daimyo in the old days. It is a recommended spot offering a gourmet and the charming of Hita, even if you visit here for one day trip.

The Mikuma River changes the figure by a season. The summertime for cool air, a snow-see viewing ship and many Yakata-bune march out in winter.

Information

Name:	Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat)
Adresse:	Kuma 1-3-15 Hita-city, Oita 877-0044 Japan
Access:	JR Kyudai-honsen line "Hita-eki Station” (15 minutes walk)
Tel:	(+81) 973-22-2062 (Hita City Hot Spring Inns Association)
Price/Charge:	Approximately 3,150 yen (not include a meal) Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.hita-onsen.com

Naruto no Uzushio (Naruto whirlpools), Tokushima

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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” (whirlpools) which can not be easily seen elsewhere. It is not unusual for tourists to visit only to see whirlpools occurring in the Naruto Strait.

On the sea walking path “Uzu no Michi” made in the Naruto Bridge, there is a glass flooring floor from which you can see the whirlpools in the Naruto Strait nearby. Because it is 45 meters high, it has a thrill and you can enjoy a valuable experience that you can not usually taste. You can taste the feeling as if you are on the ocean, so there is no doubt that it will be valuable memories.
The Memorial Hall of Naruto Bridge “Eddie” is a popular facility where you can experience simulated experiences related to Naruto Bridge and whirlpools. Other virtual experiences such as being able to have a simulated experience of riding a bicycle and driving the Naruto Bridge can be done. Moreover, from the rooftop you can see the scenery of Naruto with 360 degree large panorama, the Naruto Channel and the whirlpools.

Below the Oonaruto-kyo (Oonaruto bridge) which links Shikoku to Awaji-shima island, the magnificent Naruto Channel which is one of the three major tides of the world, the flow of the intense tide surge like a waterfall is there. It becomes 10.6 knots (approximately 20km/h) at fastest time of the flood tide, and is said to be the third speed in the world.

It is Uzushio (whirling) that tide to flow from the Pacific and the Setonaikai sea just clash at this Naruto Channel. This whirling with raising a growl is menace of nature, enormousness of its energy is indicated.

Under the influence of the topography of a shoreline and the bottom of the sea, the size of diameter of whirling in the maximum becomes approximately 30m. It is said to be the largest size in the world.

You can enjoy the whirling from the land, but a cruise ship is highly recommended because you can see whirling close.

It is said that Naruuto no Uzushio is counted one of the three major tides along with Italian “Messina Strait” and “the Seymour straits” of Canada of the world.
“Uzu no Michi” (the road of whirling) is about 450-m promenade and observatory which were installed in the Oonaruto-kyo bridge built over the Naruto strait, and is a spot which can look at Naruto whirlpools from right above.
You can see intense tidal current raising a roaring sound if you look in the glass floor of the observation room from an altitude of 45 meters.

Information

Name:	Naruto no Uzushio (Naruto whirlpools)
Adresse:	Narutocho Narutokoen Naruto, Tokushima 772-0053 Japan
Access:	JR Naruto-sen line "Naruto-eki Station” (16 minute by car)
Tel:	(+81) 88-684-1731 (Naruto-shi Uzushio Tourism Association)
Price:	Promenade Bridge (Uzu no Michi) 510 yen (Adult) 410 yen (High School Students or Under) 250 yen (Elementary School Children) Observatory (Eddy) 610 yen (Adult) 410 yen (High School Students or Under) 250 yen (Elementary School Children) Pleasure Boat (Wonder Naruto) 1,800 yen (Adult) 900 yen (Elementary School Children) Pleasure Boat (Aqua Eddy) 2,400 yen (Adult) 1,200 yen (Elementary School Children)
Official site:	http://www.naruto-kankou.jp/

Omihachiman, Shiga

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Tasteful moat with beautiful waterside

Located on the east bank of Lake Biwa, Shiga Prefecture, Omihachiman City prospered as a castle town built by Hidetsugu TOYOTOMI and developed as a business town where “Omi shonin” (Omi merchants) goes and leaves. It is a famous sightseeing spot in Hachiman-bori Canal and “Suigo meguri” (tour around Riverside District tour), there are many historical sites, there are still many places of interest as old good scenery still remains. Historic cultural town, Omihachiman. There are many valuable buildings ranging from shrines and temples with historical background to buildings that represent Omi.
Actually Omihachiman City has many spots derived from historical figures. When “Suigo meguri”, listen to the story of Sendo (waterman) along with its history, you will see a drama of history you did not know. In the Warring States Period, Nobunaga and Hideyoshi (Japanese Military Commanders) crawled around the castle town Omihachiman City is a city with plenty of charm, such as quaint merchants house and delicious sweets that have developed as offerings.
Hachiman-bori Canal is a waterway 6 kilometers long from Lake Biwa. Once used to carry goods, it was an essential waterway for business, but now there is also a promenade, which is a walking path. It is a tasteful moat with beautiful waterside and the old Dozo (rice storage).

The moat plays a role as the defense, and the canal links Lake Biwa

Hidetsugu Toyotomi, who was a nephew of Hideyoshi Toyotomi had constructed the Hachiman-jo (castle) in 1585, and it was beginning of this city. The moat around the castle plays a role as the defense, and as the canal which links Lake Biwa.

Chose a engine boat, a hand rowing boat

You can experience “the Suigo-meguri” that can enjoy the riverside district that is full of nature by a pleasure boat. You can chose a engine boat, a hand rowing boat.

The drama of the history which was not known can be seen

In fact, Omihachiman-shi has a lot of spots originating in historical persons. If it listens to the captain’s talk by the tour around a riverside area, the drama of the history which was not known can be seen. Castle town Omihachiman where Nobunaga and Hideyoshi ran about in the Age of Civil Wars is a charm full of towns, such as delicious sweets which have developed as a merchant’s family and a gift. How about visiting a certain vigor Omihachiman-shi as a town of the business?

Information

Name:	Omihachiman
Adresse:	Miyauchicho 1 Omihachiman, Shiga 523-0828 Japan
Access:	JR Tokaido-honsen line "Omihachiman-eki Station” (10 minutes by car)
Tel:	(+81) 748-33-6061 (Omihachiman Tourist Association)
Price/Charge:	Free
Official site:	http://www.omi8.com/

Himiko – Tokyo Bay Cruise

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Enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo from above sea level

The water-bus “Himiko” and “Hotaruna” connecting Asakusa, Odaiba and Toyosu, are the Tokyo’s tourist attractions. The water bus operated by “TOKYO CRUISE” is not only easy to enjoy cruising but also recommended as a means of transportation in Tokyo sightseeing. Why don’t you enjoy sightseeing in Tokyo from above sea level?

You can enjoy a little cruise feeling

Boarding tickets can be purchased via the Internet in advance, or you can board the water bus by purchasing the ticket on the boarding hall. There are seven places for boarding, the destination and the usage fee are different. You can also buy drinks and sweets at shops inside the ship, so you can enjoy a little cruise feeling.

Reasonable price

“Himiko” is water-bus connecting Asakusa known as a famous tourist spot and Odaiba, Toyosu. You will probably think of traveling by water as expensive, but this is very reasonable prices. Moving by water-bus is not only you can enjoy unusual scenery of Tokyo, also you feel a delicious breeze.

I am sure that it will become a great memory for you if you use Himiko.
Himiko was designed by well known comic writer Matsumoto Reiji, and has the appearance, such as the spacecraft using a metallic material.

Characters of “Galaxy Express 999”

You can take pictures with the cartoon characters of “Galaxy Express 999” inside of the ship.

Cityscape of Asakusa from a ship

The required time is approximately 50 minutes from Asakusa to the Hinode-sanbashi (pier), approximately 40 minutes to Odaiba. It takes more time than a train, but you arrive without worrying about time while exploring inboard, looking at the outside of the ship, and hear an announcement. There is new discovery and is fun as for looking at cityscape of Asakusa from a ship

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The Hotaruna

The Himiko has already been famous for years in the Sumida River, in fact the ship which Reiji Matsumoto designed newly came up. That is “The Hotaruna”. The futuristic design reminiscent of a spaceship like Himiko, and the promenade deck which there was not set up to Himiko, so you can look in all directions outside of the ship.

Information

Name:	Himiko - TOKYO CRUISE
Adresse:	Hanakawado 1-1-1 Taito-ku, Tokyo 111-0033 Japan
Access:	Tokyo Metro Subway Ginza-sen Line “Asakusa-eki Station” (1 minute walk)
Tel:	0120-977-311 (Free call : only in Japan)
Price:	To Odaiba Seaside Park 1,560 yen (Adult) 930 yen (Child) To Toyosu 2,040 yen (Adult) 1,170 yen (Child) The above fare is for one way. Adult fare is for 12 yrs and older, child fare applies to 6yrs -11yrs. *Second child (between 1-5yrs) accompanied by an adult will be charged as a child of 6-11yrs old. Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.suijobus.co.jp/

Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoshima dentetsu or Enoden), Kanagawa

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You can enjoy the scenery while tasting somewhere a nostalgic feeling

Enoden is a train that connects from Kamakura station to Fujisawa station, the official name is Enoshima dentetsu (Enoshima Electric Railway). A beautiful sea spreads in the train window, it is a popular railway which can enjoy the scenery while tasting somewhere a nostalgic feeling. If you go around the main tourist spots in Kamakura or Enoshima, please use Enoden by all means. It’s also recommended that you take a leisurely walk around the area by taking a stop.

The scenery varying according to the time zone

Enoden has a long running section along the sea and you can see the beautiful coastline from the window. One of the charms is that the scenery seen by time zone is different. You can enjoy the refreshing ocean in the morning and the romantic atmosphere of sunset in the evening. To enjoy the scenery varying according to the time zone, there are also some tourists to get on board several times a day.

The scenery changing from the sea to the mountains

Enoden runs not only by the seaside. Sometimes it runs along mountains and residential areas, each one can enjoy the scenic landscape. By securing the front seat, you can enjoy the scenery changing from the sea to the mountains and the streets from the big window of the driver’s seat.

It is secretly attracting attention as a hidden shooting spot

Speaking of Kamakura, hydrangea is famous, but you can watch hydrangea even while you are on Enoden. In particular, hydrangea blooming along the railroad area around Goryo-jinja Shrine is very beautiful, and some people take photographs by half way off. Since you can take pictures of which other people do not see, it is secretly attracting attention as a hidden shooting spot.

It is very convenient when you see spots you care about

If you enjoy sightseeing by Enoden, it is recommended to use the 1-day ticket “Noriorikun”. By using this ticket, you can get on and off many times a day in all sections of Enoden. When you like, you can get off at your favorite station, so it is very convenient when you see spots you care about. There are benefits such as discounts available at affiliated restaurants, which is very profitable.

Information

Name:	Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoshima dentetsu or Enoden)
Address:	Enoshima Station Katasekaigan 1-4-7 Fujisawa, Kanagawa 251-0035 Japan
Access:	Kamakura Station JR Yokosuka-sen Line “Kamakura-eki Station” (directly connected) Fujisawa Station JR Tokaido-honsen Line “Fujisawa-eki Station” (1 minute walk)
Tel:	(+81) 466-24-2711 (switchboard)
Price/Charge:	Enoden 1-day pass ticket “Noriorikun” (Adult) 600 yen(Child) 300 yen ※Available from ticket vending machines at all stations Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	https://www.enoden.co.jp/

Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship), Hyogo

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Representative cruise ship in Kobe

How about cruising if you are planning to visit the port town or Kobe? “Concerto” departing and arriving in front of the Kobe Harborland is a popular restaurant ship that can enjoy elegant cruising while enjoying Kobe gourmet on board. Alongside “Luminous Kobe 2” in front of the Meriken Park, it is a representative ship in Kobe. There are various ways to enjoy, such as a full course meal, immersing in a celebrity feeling, sightseeing harbor Kobe while drinking beer and juice.

Departing from the front of Harborland

Concerto will sail four voyage a day. The first service is “Lunch Cruise”, second one is “Tea Cruise”, three and four services are “Dinner Cruise”. The cruise time is 1 hour and 45 minutes (the Tea Cruise only one and a half hours), departing from the front of Harborland, turning in front of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and returning to the port.

You can enjoy live jazz music during the voyage

There are several different specialty restaurants inside the ship and you can enjoy cruising while enjoying unique foods in Kobe. In addition, the Concerto is called “Music & Gourmet Ship”, and you can enjoy live jazz music during the voyage.

The sea breeze on the deck surrounded by the sea

Highlights during cruising are dynamic scenes when turning in front of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. The open deck on the top floor of the Concerto is a place full of openness, so, during cruising, it is recommended to go out on the deck at least once. If you are blown by the sea breeze on the deck surrounded by the sea, you will be refreshed.

It’s a good idea to check in advance when the Jazz band will come

And live performance of jazz is done with saxophone, piano, flute and so on. The Jazz band will go around each restaurant in turn, so it’s a good idea to check in advance when they will come.

Information

Name:	Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship)
Address:	Higashikawasakicho 1-6-1 Kobe Chuo-ku, Hyogo 650-0044 Japan
Access:	JR Tokaido-honsen Line “Kobe-eki Station” (10 minutes walk)
Tel:	(+81) 78-360-5600
Price/Charge:	Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	https://kobeconcerto.com/

Hakone Sightseeing Cruise by Pirate Ship, Kanagawa

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Each ship has a difference in appearance and indoor

“Hakone Sightseeing Cruise” (Pirate Ship) circles Togendai port from Motohakone port starting from Hakonemachi harbor. It is the outbound route that arrives at Togendai via Motohakone starting from Hakonemachi, and returning directly from Togendai to Hakonemachi is returning route. Currently, three ships of Vasa, Victory, Royal II are sailing in Hakone Pirate Ship. Each ship has a difference in appearance and indoor. Depending on the time zone, there may be two in the Hakonemachi ‘s ship entrance.

There are many sightseeing facilities around Lake Ashi

Hakone Pirate Ship is a round-trip ship traveling around Ashinoko over 40 minutes. You can get on and off at any of the three ports you call. It is also free to go aboard the lake by taking a boat and go down the ship at some port to sightsee the surroundings and get on board again. There are many sightseeing facilities around Lake Ashi so you can set up a boarding plan depending on the place you want to see.

You can enjoy a variety of 360 degree panoramic view changes

The highlight is the mountains of Hakone seen from Ashinoko. Throughout the four seasons, you can enjoy a variety of 360 degree panoramic view changes. There are various shooting points also in the cabin, and it is something that does not get tired of watching the interior not only the scenery.

Fantastic appearance modeled on French and British battleships

Hakone Pirate Ship has a fantastic appearance modeled on French and British battleships. There are also the orthodox pleasure boats in Lake Ashi, but it is no doubt that it is better for the child to board here. Also, there is a special cabin for each ship, and you can go up to a special observation platform if you pay extra fee.

You can enjoy the scenery irrespective of the season

Lake Ashi is a tourist attraction that represents Hakone, and there are many tourist facilities around. It is recommended that you board the ship and go around them. The autumnal leaves of Hakone can be seen in autumn and the snow-covered landscape can be seen in winter. Lake Ashi has no freezing of the water surface, and the ships are operating in winter, so you can enjoy the scenery irrespective of the season.

Information

Name:	Hakone Sightseeing Cruise by Pirate Ship
Address:	Hakone 181 Ashigarashimogun Hakonemachi, Kanagawa 250-0521 Japan
Access:	Hakone-Tozan-Tetsudo-sen Line “Hakoneyumoto-eki Station” (25 minutes by car)
Tel:	(+81) 460-83-6325
Price/Charge:	Please refer the official web page.
Official site:	http://www.hakone-kankosen.co.jp/

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