Hobikisen: Traditional Fishing Boat (Lake Kasumigaura Area)

Southern Ibaraki

Other

Hobikisen describes a traditional wooden fishing boat that sails along Lake Kasumigaura, the second largest lake in Japan. These boats with billowing white sails evoke a nostalgic sense of days gone by.
During the warmer months, visitors can take a cruise on the lake to observe traditional fishing boats at work.
Three municipalities in the Lake Kasumigaura area offer these sightseeing boat trips: Kasumigaura City, Tsuchiura City, and Namegata City.

Information

Address: Lake Kasumiguara
Access: By car: 40-minute drive from Tsuchiura City along the Tsuchiura-Kita IC on the Joban Expressway
Business Hours: Please inquire for prices
Website: https://www.city.tsuchiura.lg.jp/page/page005276.html
Contact: Please direct inquiries to the relevant municipality.
Tsuchiura City Tourism Department
TEL: 029-826-1111
Kasumigaura City Tourism Association
TEL: 029-897-1111
Namegata City Public Development Company
TEL: 029- 955-3927
Prices: Tsuchiura City The White Iris Sightseeing Cruise
Adults: 1570 yen
Children: 780 yen
The Jet Wheel Tsukuba
Adults: 1680 yen
Children: 840 yen

Map

See More Visit

Southern Ibaraki

Tsukuba Dog Park WanWan Land

There are over 80 dog breeds at this theme park. Visitors are also welcome to bring their dogs to the park.

Museums/Zoos/Aquariums

Southern Ibaraki

Lake Kasumigaura Sightseeing Boat

A sightseeing boat trip is a perfect way to experience the enormous scale of Japan's second-largest lake.
There are two sightseeing boats to board: The White Iris and Jet Wheel The Tsukuba
The White Iris
Departure Time: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:00, 16:30
Route: Tsuchiura Port, Kasumigaura City lakeshore, Mount Tsukuba viewpoint, Tsuchiura Port (30 min)
Price: Adults 1540 yen, Children 770 yen
Holidays: Closed on Wednesdays from January to March. Open on Wednesday instead of Thursday if Wednesday is a national holiday. Closed during the New Year holidays. Some services may be reserved for group bookings.
Operator: Lacus Marina (029-822-2437)
Jet Wheel The Tsukuba
Departure Time: 9:25, 10:25,11:25, 12:25, 13:25, 14:25, 16:05, 16:50
Route: Tsuchiura Port, Miho Town lakeshore, Kasumigaura lakeshore, Tsuchiura Port (40 minutes)
Price: Adults 1680 yen, Children 850 yen
Holiday…

Other

Southern Ibaraki

Osugi Shrine

Osugi Shrine is dedicated to Anba-sama, a deity traditionally associated with fishing villages. In fact, shrines devoted to Anba-sama are rare. In particular, Osugi Shrine is known for its brightly-colored green and vermillion buildings. Visitors to the shrine can pray for protection from bad luck and misfortunes. Participants drive out lousy luck with music during one of the shrine's annual festivals. Local governments even designate the dancing as an intangible folk culture asset.

Temples/Shrines

View All

No translations for '805'

A World Heritage Craft You Can Touch! Ibaraki’s Yuki Silk Fabrics

Ibaraki’s Yuki City is home to the Yuki tsumugi silk fabric production technique, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. We introduce facilities where you can see artisans at work, museums, and hands-on tsumugi weaving workshops. Visit Yuki to learn more about this meticulous craft!

5 Foods to Try in Ibaraki: Melon, Hitachi Beef, Dried Sweet Potatoes, and More!

Ibaraki Prefecture is blessed with many fantastic foods, such as fruits, wagyu beef, and fresh seafood! We will introduce five specialties you should try when you come to Ibaraki, how to eat them, and recommended restaurants.

Splendid Foliage and Food! 9 Must-Visit Autumn Spots in Ibaraki

Ibaraki Prefecture is located near Tokyo and boasts incredible scenery and delicious food. September to November is the autumn season in Ibaraki, which means that it's the best time to visit for foliage and seasonal specialties. The following is a list of nine things to enjoy if you visit Ibaraki in autumn.

View All