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Mogami River Basho Line Boat Ride
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Mogami River Basho Line Boat Ride
最上峡芭蕉ライン舟下り
4.1Est. 120Tozawa, Tohoku
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Overview
Twelve-kilometer gorge cruise following Basho's route with singing boatmen and winter kotatsu.
A one-hour boat ride down a 12-kilometer gorge of sheer forested cliffs, following the route haiku master Basho immortalized in Oku no Hosomichi. The boatman steers with a single oar while singing traditional folk songs in thick Mogami dialect. Winter kotatsu boats let you ride under a heated blanket while sipping hot sake as snow falls on the river.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 最上峡芭蕉ライン舟下り
- Nearest station
- Tsuruoka Station (40 min drive)
- Payment
- Cards accepted
- Reservations
- Book through the operator's website at least 1-2 days ahead. Walk-in possible if spots remain.
Accessibility
Wheelchair entranceWheelchair parkingWheelchair restroomWheelchair seating
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