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Taking the boat around Ine Bay was absolutely stunning! Seeing all the funaya houses lined up right in front of you is just breathtaking.
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Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat
A sightseeing boat where you can enjoy the view of rows of funaya (boat houses) from the sea.
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This activity is located in the northern part of Kyoto on the Tango Peninsula, the boat takes about 25 minutes to cruise around Ine Bay. The bay is lined with funaya houses along the shore, offering a beautiful, quintessential Japanese landscape you can see from water.
Funaya are unique traditional buildings with a boat garage on the first floor, directly connected to the sea, and a residential space on the second floor. The townscape, featuring funaya built from the late Edo period to the early Showa era, has been designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.
One of the highlights you can see shortly after departure is Aoshima, an uninhabited island in Ine Bay. It is known as the “Island where the Gods dwell,” where it naturally acts as a breakwater, keeping the waters calm. The condition is said to have nurtured the funaya culture.
Another highlight is feeding the seagulls, a unique experience on the Ine Bay sightseeing boat. If you purchase some feed and hold it up above your head, the seagulls will skillfully snatch it mid-flight.
Highlights
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Admire the unique funaya boathouses from the sea.
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Experience the timeless scenery of traditional Japan.
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Don’t miss Aoshima, the “Island where the Gods dwell.”
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Try feeding the seagulls for a fun, one-of-a-kind experience.
Photos
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A cruise to admire the Funaya boathouses from the water.
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Funaya boathouses with first floors opening directly onto the sea.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
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English and Traditional Chinese are available.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
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No free Wi-Fi available.
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Can I make a reservation for the cruise?
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Reservations are available only for groups of 15 or more.
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Can I board with a wheelchair?
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Yes, boarding is possible with your wheelchair.
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Can pets ride on the boat as well?
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Yes, pets are allowed. However, they must be kept completely inside a pet carrier or cage, and are limited to the deck area.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 伊根湾めぐり遊覧船
- Postal Code
- 626-0425
- Address
- 11 Hide, Inecho, Yosagun, Kyoto
- Telephone
- 0772-32-0009 Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat (Hide station)
- Closed
- Open every day
- Business Hours
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9:00am - 4:00pm
*Departures every 00 and 30 minutes past the hour
Note: Schedule may vary depending on the season - Admission
- Adults(Junior high school students and older)1,200yen, Elementary school students 600yen, Children under elementary school age are free of charge with one accompanying adult
- Access
- From Amanohashidate Station (Kyoto Tango Railway), take a bus and get off at “Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat / Hide.” The boarding area is just a short walk away.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (English)