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Horikawa Sightseeing Boat
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Horikawa Sightseeing Boat
堀川遊覧船
4.3Est. 90Matsue, Chugoku
Local Pick
Overview
A tiny flat-bottomed boat ride through Matsue's castle moat where you duck under bridges, literally.
These small boats cruise the 3.7km moat surrounding Matsue Castle, passing samurai district walls, willow-lined canals, and stone bridges so low that the roof folds down and passengers must lie flat. In winter, boats have kotatsu heated tables. The 50-minute circuit reveals a side of Matsue invisible from the streets.
Local tips
Winter kotatsu boats run November through March. The heated blankets make cold days magical. Book the last boat for sunset light.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 堀川遊覧船
- Nearest station
- Matsue Station (JR Sanin Line)
- Payment
- Cards accepted
Accessibility
Wheelchair restroom
Good for
Families
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