Step aboard a traditional Yakatabune houseboat for an enchanting evening filled with authentic Japanese culture. Savor sukiyaki under the stars, enjoy live shamisen music, and experience captivating festival-style performances. End your magical night with panoramic views from the Tokyo Tower’s 150-meter observation deck.
Highlights
- Cruise through Tokyo Bay on a traditional Yakatabune houseboat
- Savor a beef sukiyaki dinner with unlimited soft drinks
- Be immersed in live cultural performances: shamisen, swordplay, Bon Odori, and taiko drumming
- Meet and take photos with the performers after the show
- Enjoy spectacular night views of Tokyo from the Tokyo Tower’s observation deck
Full Description
Begin your evening with a scenic cruise through Tokyo Bay aboard a classic Yakatabune, a type of pleasure boat historically used by nobles and merchants. As you drift past iconic landmarks like the Rainbow Bridge and Eitai Bridge, relax on the open rooftop or inside the cozy cabin while a live shamisen player sets the tone with traditional melodies.
Savor a hearty beef sukiyaki hot pot dinner accompanied by unlimited soft drinks. (Pork and vegetarian options available upon request.) This immersive culinary and cultural experience is elevated with onboard traditional performances—a talented cast of dancers and musicians will entertain you with swordplay, taiko drumming, festival dances, and courtesan-inspired shows.
Your journey continues at Tokyo Tower, where you’ll witness a second round of engaging live performances themed around Japanese festivals and the tower’s storied past. Capture the moment with photos alongside the performers and ascend to the 150-meter main deck for a stunning view over Tokyo’s illuminated skyline.
Itinerary
Tokyo Bay Cruise
- Boarding Location: Etchūjima Pier
- Route Highlights: Rainbow Bridge, Eitai Bridge
- Onboard: Dinner, shamisen music, and cultural performance (approx. 15 minutes)
- Duration: Approx. 60–90 minutes
Tokyo Tower (optional)
- Japan Festival Performance: Swordplay, dance, and taiko
- Photo session with cast
- Access to Tokyo Tower’s 150m Main Observation Deck
Note: Guests can select cruise-only or cruise + Tokyo Tower packages during booking.
Pricing
From ¥15,800 per person
Includes
- Entry ticket for the Tokyo Bay cruise
- Dinner: Beef sukiyaki hot pot (vegetarian/pork option available)
- Live traditional performance on the boat
- Multilingual host on board
- (Optional) Tokyo Tower main deck access (150m)
- (Optional) Entry to the Japan Festival performance
- (Optional) Photo opportunity with performers
Meeting Point
Etchūjima Pier
1-chōme-3 Etchūjima, Koto City, Tokyo 135-0044, Japan
Please arrive 15 minutes early. The boat departs on time, and late arrivals will not be accommodated.
If taking a taxi, input 1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima into the GPS. Once there, walk a few minutes to reach the pier.
Reviews
“The food was delicious – fresh and generous. Entertainment was really enjoyable. A lovely event to book!”
“The host Karen was super helpful. The shamisen musician was excellent and the dinner was very good. A wonderful way to end our Japan trip.”
“An amazing experience that immersed us in Japanese culture. Special thanks to Ms. Yoyo who made everything smooth and enjoyable. Loved the DIY cooking experience!”
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