Taking the sightseeing boat on Lake Inawashiro was really relaxing. The lake is huge, and it’s especially great when the weather is nice. The blue sky against the water makes the whole view feel so peaceful.
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Lake Inawashiro Sightseeing Boat
A sightseeing boat that guides you around the nature-rich waters of Lake Inawashiro.
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A sightseeing boat cruise that lets you tour Lake Inawashiro. Located in Fukushima Prefecture, Lake Inawashiro is the fourth-largest lake in Japan and is also known as Tenkyokō (Mirror Lake) for its clear water.
There are two boats (weekends, national holidays, and select periods only): the sightseeing boat “Hakuchōmaru” and the cruise boat “Kamemaru.” Each features a cute design inspired by a swan or a turtle, and during the season, each boat runs every 60 minutes. It guides you around the nature-rich Lake Inawashiro.
“Hakuchōmaru” has more seats and a large capacity of 155 passengers. “Kamemaru” holds 78 passengers, but with lakeside seats, sofa seating, a bar counter, and more, it offers cruise-boat-style amenities.
During the ride, onboard announcements introduce the scenery of Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai. You can enjoy an Approx. 35-minute cruise on a route that passes Okinajima, the lake’s only uninhabited island. From the boat, you can take in the lake’s beautiful views and Mt. Bandai along with the refreshing air.
Highlights
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A sightseeing boat cruise that lets you tour Lake Inawashiro.
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Operates as the sightseeing boat “Hakuchōmaru” and the cruise boat “Kamemaru.”
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Approx. 35-minute sightseeing cruise.
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With onboard announcements guiding you through views of Lake Inawashiro and Mt. Bandai.
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Two boats that have created many memories as symbols of Lake Inawashiro
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“Hakuchōmaru” with a capacity of 155 passengers
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The cute-looking “Kamemaru,” with a capacity of 78 passengers
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is there free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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Wi-Fi is not available onboard.
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Do I need to show a passport or other ID to purchase?
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No.
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Can I board without a reservation?
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Yes. However, there is a passenger limit, so if there is a group reservation ahead of you, you may not be able to board that day.
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Can I bring my pet?
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Only assistance dogs and guide dogs are allowed.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 猪苗代湖観光船
- Postal Code
- 969-3285
- Address
- 870 Nagahama, Okinazawa, Inawashiro-machi, Yama-gun, Fukushima
- Phone
- 0242-72-1370
- Closed on
- Irregular holidays
- Hours
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10:00am–4:00pm (runs every 30 minutes on weekends, national holidays, and during select periods only)
※ In winter (December–March): 10:00am–2:00pm (runs every 60 minutes) - Admission
- 1,500 yen; 750 yen for elementary school students
- Access
- Approx. 10 minutes by car from JR “Inawashiro” Station
- Credit Cards
- Not accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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