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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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