Traditional Yakatabune Hot Pot Cruise with Shamisen Show

5.0(15)1 hr 30 minEnglish, Spanish, French, Italian +16Tokyo, Japan

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Embark on a Historical Voyage

Begin your journey through history on a Yakatabune, a traditional houseboat that dates back to the Heian period (794-1185). As you step onboard, prepare for a serene voyage on Tokyo Bay, taking in the stunning cityscape from the rooftop seating area. A highlight of the journey is a live shamisen performance, where the three-stringed instrument's enchanting melody infuses your cruise with a magical atmosphere. Despite its 3 strings, the shamisen creates a rich, mesmerizing sound, a melody known to have entertained the imperial court during the Heian period.

Meal Under the Sky

Inside the boat's lantern-adorned cabin, a Japanese-style Sukiyaki beef meal awaits, promising a delightful culinary journey woven into your voyage. With the availability of an English, Japanese, and Chinese host, this unique Yakatabune cruise is a perfect blend of historical exploration, cultural entertainment, and gastronomical delight.

Embark on a Yakatabune, a traditional Japanese houseboat, for a leisurely cruise around the scenic Tokyo Bay, enriched with history and cultural delight.
The Yakatabune cruise stands out for its authenticity – from the traditional boat with an intriguing history to the live shamisen performance, it’s truly Japanese at heart.
Indulge in an authentic Japanese-style Sukiyaki beef meal while feasting your eyes on the enchanting cityscape, all to the hypnotic melodies of a live shamisen performance.
Fun Fact: Yakatabune boats have low ceilings, a unique feature promoting a relaxed, seated ambiance, reflecting an interesting aspect of Japanese culture.

Included

Tokyo Bay cruise experience
Japanese sukiyaki meal
Tokyo Tower 150 m Observation Deck Ticket (as per option selected)
Unlimited soft drinks
Live shamisen performance
Multilingual host (Japanese / English / Chinese)
Upper-deck photo opportunity at Odaiba

Not included

Transport from the pier to Tokyo Tower
Insurance
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

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• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Meeting
1-chōme-3 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo
1-chōme-3 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo, TOKYO, 135-0044, Japan
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Good to know

Please note minors under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.
Please leave a note at least 5 days in advance if you'd prefer to make changes to your meal.
The traditional Japanese performances onboard are not in a fixed format, and different professionals may perform daily. The main image is just one of the performances.
Due to limited seating on the yakatabune, you may need to share tables.
Boarding on SINA boats 1 or 2 will be random depending on traffic that day.
Please remember to remove your shoes on the Yakatabune due to seating arrangements and Japanese cultural norms.