Dinner Cruises

Traditional Yakatabune Hot Pot Cruise with Shamisen Show & Tokyo Tower Entry

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

5.0/5(12)

Cynthia C

Solo

Verified booking

May 2026

Very clear instructions to get to the cruise. Food was delicious and very good ambient in the boat between the staff and the musicians. Everything was as we expected or even more! :)

Abbas Z

Couple

Verified booking

Feb 2026

Unmissable experience. From the traditional meal served on the delightful boat to the staff to the musical artist who played the shamisen and the musical activities you engage in while on the night cruise - it's a very very memorable experience. The staff and the artist were adorable and very helpful. We did this on our anniversary and 10/10 would recommend!

Embark on a Yakatabune, a traditional Japanese houseboat, for a leisurely cruise around the scenic Tokyo Bay, enriched with history and cultural delight.

The Yakatabune cruise stands out for its authenticity – from the traditional boat with an intriguing history to the live shamisen performance, it’s truly Japanese at heart.

Indulge in an authentic Japanese-style Sukiyaki beef meal while feasting your eyes on the enchanting cityscape, all to the hypnotic melodies of a live shamisen performance.

Indulge in complimentary access to Tokyo Tower, where stunning city vistas await, inviting all visitors to behold breathtaking panoramas.

Fun Fact: Yakatabune boats have low ceilings, a unique feature promoting a relaxed, seated ambiance, reflecting an interesting aspect of Japanese culture.

1.5-hour cruise through Tokyo Bay

English, Chinese, and Japanese host

Shamisen show

Sukiyaki beef meal (pork & vegetarian options available)(as per option selected)

8 pieces of sushi and 1 cup of sake(as per option selected)

Japanese tea ceremony and sweets(as per option selected)

Unlimited soft drinks

Entry Ticket to Tokyo Tower Main Deck

Transport from the pier to Tokyo Tower

Insurance

Hotel pickup and drop-off

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Cynthia C
Solo
Verified booking
May 2026
Very clear instructions to get to the cruise. Food was delicious and very good ambient in the boat between the staff and the musicians. Everything was as we expected or even more! :)
Anthony V
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
This activity was perfect; the staff on board were incredibly kind and attentive. The shamisen is an exceptional instrument, and Midori Sensei plays and sings beautifully.
Benjamin M
Couple
Verified booking
Jan 2026
We had a great time. Karen was our host and there was musician Yuki and a singer I forgot the name of. The meal was good.
Abbas Z
Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Unmissable experience. From the traditional meal served on the delightful boat to the staff to the musical artist who played the shamisen and the musical activities you engage in while on the night cruise - it's a very very memorable experience. The staff and the artist were adorable and very helpful. We did this on our anniversary and 10/10 would recommend!
Jorge T
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Highly recommended. We were hesitating whether to do this activity on the last day of our stay in Tokyo and I have to say that it was a total success. The food was delicious, the boat ride and the views were spectacular. And the music was very lively and we even participated a lot singing. What we loved is to be able to go outside on the boat deck to take pictures for the memory. In short, 100% recommendable.

Experience Tokyo Bay from a traditional yakatabune boat, where Japanese hospitality, seasonal sakura decor, live shamisen music, and waterfront views come together for a memorable cultural cruise along the Odaiba route.

Getting started

Make your way to the designated meeting point and check in with the host before boarding your traditional yakatabune cruise boat. Settle into the elegant interiors decorated with sakura-inspired details and get ready for a unique journey across Tokyo Bay. Depending on your selected option, begin with a relaxing daytime tea ceremony experience or an evening cruise featuring a Japanese sukiyaki meal.

What to expect

Your cruise begins as the yakatabune departs along the Odaiba route, offering a different perspective of Tokyo’s famous waterfront landmarks. From the boat, enjoy views of the Odaiba area, Tokyo Bay, and the city skyline as the traditional vessel moves through the waters.

Continue your journey with a live shamisen performance by a renowned Japanese artist, adding an authentic cultural touch to your time onboard. The combination of traditional music, Japanese-style interiors, and scenic surroundings creates a memorable atmosphere throughout the cruise.

During the daytime option, enjoy a peaceful tea ceremony paired with dessert while taking in the calm views of Tokyo Bay. Evening guests can experience the city after sunset with a sukiyaki meal served onboard, accompanied by sparkling skyline views and the lively energy of Tokyo at night.

The boat will stop at Odaiba, where you can head to the upper deck to capture photos and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Depending on operating conditions, you may also witness the Tokyo Aqua Symphony fountain show near Odaiba.

For those looking to extend their sightseeing, selected options include access to the Tokyo Tower 150m Observation Deck, offering panoramic views of the city from one of Tokyo’s most iconic landmarks. Your experience concludes with a blend of traditional Japanese culture, local flavours, and unforgettable views of Tokyo Bay.

Important Information

Please note minors under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by an adult.

Please leave a note at least 5 days in advance if you'd prefer to make changes to your meal.

The traditional Japanese performances onboard are not in a fixed format, and different professionals may perform daily. The main image is just one of the performances.

Due to limited seating on the yakatabune, you may need to share tables.

Boarding on SINA boats 1 or 2 will be random depending on traffic that day.

Please remember to remove your shoes on the Yakatabune due to seating arrangements and Japanese cultural norms.

The cruise runs during the expected cherry blossom season, but bloom timing depends on weather and cannot be guaranteed.

Restrictions

The experience is restricted for guests aged 80 and above, or pregnant women.

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