
9 Popular Tourist Spots in Ine, Kyoto, Where Funaya Boat Houses Line the Sea
Ine is a rare port town in northern Kyoto Prefecture, lined with funaya boat houses facing the Sea of Japan. The distinctive sight of these boat houses, which look as if they are floating on the water, is something you should not miss. This beautiful seaside townscape, often described as Japan’s original landscape, is one of the tourist destinations drawing attention from Japan and abroad. In this article, we introduce the charms of Ine and its most popular sightseeing spots. If you want to experience a uniquely Japanese atmosphere you will not find elsewhere, be sure to visit.





