Private Hanami Cruising Along Asakusa on a Traditional Boat
Awe at the beauty of cherry blossoms at the Asakusa riverline aboard a private traditional sightseeing yakatabune boat and enjoying a Japanese-style bento lunch.
Highlights
Enjoy unparalleled views of sakura in Tokyo aboard a traditional yakatabune boat! Great for traveling families, groups of friends, and romantic dates
Indulge in a beautiful Japanese bento box lunch inspired by the spring season, traditional wagashi confectioneries and green tea
At the observation deck, see Tokyo’s main attractions: Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, and Tokyo Skytree, as well as the Sumida riverside and its cherry blossom festival, with guidance in English!
Although the yakatabune boat you’ll ride is traditional, it is equipped with modern amenities like Western-style toilets and air conditioning
10 meals
Experience Details
Sakura season in Tokyo is both famously beautiful and crowded. Dodge the tourist masses and sightsee at ease, exploring the city from the comfort of a traditional yakatabune boat while enjoying a delicious bento meal. The boat will traverse the Sumida River, passing through 15 historical bridges and cruising through Asakusa's pristine, sakura-lined riverside with guidance in English. Relax and see Tokyo’s famous sights, including Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge — and see Sumida's food stalls, paper lanterns, and cherry blossom trees.
This experience combines sightseeing with gourmet. Indulge in a colorful bento box inspired by the hues of springtime prepared with seasonal vegetables, fish, pickled foods, and rice specialty dishes. After lunch, enjoy delicate Japanese traditional confectioneries (wagashi) with green tea (please note that no alcohol is served during lunchtime).
This boat may look traditional inside and out, but it has modern amenities like Western-style toilets and air conditioning for a comfortable ride. Get aboard, relax in the tatami room, and take your time eating, drinking, and gazing at the mesmerizing, unobstructed views of sakura in Tokyo.
Inclusions
A bento box lunch, including an assortment of specialty dishes (vegetables, meat, pickled foods, and rice), green tea and wagashi traditional sweets
Soft drinks
Exclusions
Transportation to and from the meeting point
Additional drinks
Children under 3 years old can board for free but their meal is not included
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
Meet directly at the port (5 min walking distance) from Tamachi Station (JR) or Mita Station (Asakusa Line & Mita Line). A Google Maps link and more detailed information will be provided upon booking.
Remarks
Sakura blooming times vary depending on weather conditions, so it’s possible the flowers may not be in bloom on your tour date.
If this experience becomes canceled, the charter will not operate on that day, so please refrain from booking on a tentative basis or if there’s a high likelihood of canceling.
The pier has several steps, so please be careful when boarding. The boat has tatami floors only and there are no Western-style tables or chairs. Low chairs for the tatami room are available.
Please inform of allergies/food restrictions when booking. There are vegetarian, vegan, and halal options, but not gluten-free. Strict measures cannot be enforced, so eat and drink at your own risk.
The boat will operate in the rain, but the experience might be canceled in case of severe weather conditions. In this case, the host will notify you as soon as possible.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 2 weeks before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Over 14 million residents call Tokyo home. Functioning as Japan's economic and cultural center, it's no surprise the metropolis often appears at the top of travelers' bucket lists. Here, you can find everything from traditional tea houses to futuristic skyscrapers.
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10 meals
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