Tokyo Bay Cruise: Traditional Yakatabune Experience

Experience Tokyo Bay’s charm with a Yakatabune dinner cruise. Enjoy sukiyaki, shamisen music, and stunning views of Tokyo Tower and Odaiba.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rainbow Bridge - The “Rainbow Bridge” is a fantastic location for photography enthusiasts. Completed in 1993, it stretches 3,750 meters and is supported by two elegant white towers that soar 126 meters high. At night, the bridge is illuminated in pink, white, green, and other vibrant colors. From various perspectives, you can capture breathtaking…
What's Included
  • Yakatabune boat ticket
  • Japanese Traditional Performance on Board
  • Second deck for scenery and photos (optional)
  • Unlimited Soft drinks on board
  • Tour guides proficient in English, Japanese, and Chinese
  • Tasty Sukiyaki Beef Meal on board (optional)
What's Not Included
  • Transportation is NOT provided to the Pier
  • Boarding on SlNA boats l OR 2 randomly with sharing table
  • Please arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated
Additional Information

Yakatabune has its origins in the Heian period (794-1185), and by the Edo period (1603-1868), it became a popular form of entertainment for nobles and merchants. Relax on the deck and take in the stunning scenery surrounding you. Be captivated by the enchanting melodies of a talented shamisen performer as they fill the night air. Embarking and…

Location
1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima
Meeting point: 1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo (This is the drop-off point for taxis; you can accurately locate it on Google Maps). Final boarding point: 1-chōme-3-3 Etchūjima. Please go to the meeting point by yourself, arrive 15 minutes early. Late arrivals will not be accommodated
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Renedecata_2
Apr 29, 2025
The most UNFORGETTABLE and INCREDIBLE experience of our whole honeymoon in Japan! - My husband and I are honestly so grateful that we booked in this boat cruise, especially with Hannah and her staff hosting. It was a magical night, we genuinely will never forget and cherish in our hearts forever! The staff were so welcoming and warm, giving you the experience of a lifetime; a traditional Japanese experience. We had a beautiful Hot pot dinner, with fresh vegetables and meat! We had juices, alcohol and other beverages all included! Hannah stopped to tell us all of the sites that we were able to admire along the boat ride. We stopped in the most perfect spot and got a photo at sunset, on the roof of the boat, it was honestly magical!!! Hannah was so kind and offered to take a few photos for us as well! Once we came down, and the sun was setting, we had a musical performance!!! It was so fun experiencing Japanese songs! There is a genuine Joy and what they do and provide for their guests. I would experience it all over again! Thank you Hannah and the crew for everything!
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Julia_c
Apr 28, 2025
The weather was bad that... - The weather was bad that night but we had a good 👍🏻 host Yoyo. She looked after every detail and was very helpful. She speaks English, Mandarin and Japanese.
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Nicholasck1240rk
Apr 28, 2025
Pleasant staff, great views, engaging folk music performance - Enjoyed this dinner cruise as a special date night on our trip to Tokyo. It was a little pricey but we found the staff to be pleasant, the ride enjoyable, and the cultural programming (folk music performance) to be engaging. The views of the city skyline were beautiful and we appreciated that the staff were able to accommodate a vegetarian meal request. The boat does board promptly at its scheduled time and the location can be a little tricky to find so I recommend giving yourself extra travel time to arrive.
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Lisalz906dg
Apr 28, 2025
Convenient Transportation - The location to board the boat is super convenient and not far from the city center. We just took a quick taxi ride and arrived in no time. After that, it was just a 2-minute walk to the dock. The staff on the boat were really friendly and even offered us free drinks. We spent over an hour cruising around and saw so many famous landmarks. Overall, I was really satisfied with this trip!
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Mengzhenl2025
Apr 27, 2025
I would come back - My friend from Japan recommended that I try the experience, saying it’s a traditional Japanese activity. First of all, the location is pretty easy to find, and the guide sends a message in advance to remind you of the departure time. The boat has air conditioning, so it’s comfortable and not too hot. There were tourists from different countries, and the guide provided explanations in English. Besides the delicious sukiyaki they serve, you can also buy drinks on board for about 500 yen a cup, which isn't too expensive. The quality of the drinks is pretty good too! As the boat moves along, you really feel relaxed, and if the weather is nice, you might even catch the sunset. It was a lovely experience, and I would definitely come back again!
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Sindhu_r
Apr 26, 2025
Good trip down the Sumida... - Good trip down the Sumida river with a good music, kabuki and food. Well arranged and the guide was amazing while explaining the places, culture and the history of the place
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X9428redavidm
Apr 26, 2025
Great Tour! - The tour was fun. There was a lot of entertainment, food, and views for such a quick adventure. The host, Yoyo, was very fun and helpful. And the performance was also fantastic. The boat is cute, too!
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X787acsusana
Apr 27, 2025
Nice people sharing their culture - Hannah was amazing! Had lots of laughs with the family. Going up on the deck was fun! The guitarist was really cool. Potentially have an option for vegetarian.
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Amy
Apr 26, 2025
For the money, not recommended. - The food, which you cook yourself, was not very good. The beef was so fatty that I chose not to eat it. The entertainment was just ok. The boat itself was nice, but please be aware that if you have any mobility issues, this is not an excursion for you. The steps are very deep, and the tables have sunken floors and are difficult to get in and out of. After dinner, you are able to go upstairs and have beautiful night views of the city, including rainbow bridge. Cost $110pp USD
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Natalya_w
Apr 28, 2025
Very bad experience. We... - Very bad experience. We were given poor instructions how to get there and were 1 minute late because we run into a wrong direction. The boat just took off, we lost money for the event and taxi.
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).