Sightseeing Cruises

Tokyo Spring Tea Ceremony Cruise with Cherry Blossom Theme & desserts & show

Experience a traditional Yakatabune cruise with tea ceremony, live shamisen, and soft drinks, offering a relaxed cultural evening on Tokyo Bay.

Board a classic houseboat with sakura-themed interiors, creating a seasonal setting as you settle in and begin your cruise experience.

Take part in a guided tea ceremony, where you observe and engage with rituals that explain the meaning and process behind this tradition.

Watch a live shamisen performance onboard, adding a cultural layer to the cruise with music set against Tokyo Bay views.

Enjoy unlimited soft drinks throughout the cruise, with multilingual hosts supporting a smooth and social onboard experience.

90-minute Cherry blossom theme cruise

Traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony

Traditional Japanese performance

Live shamisen performance

Japanese, English, and Chinese-speaking host

Unlimited soft drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off,

Extra Alcoholic Drink: Asahi Beer, Sake, Suntory etc. JPY500/each CASH ONLY

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1.5-hour Tokyo Bay Yakatabune cruise featuring a tea ceremony, shamisen performance, and unlimited soft drinks.

Getting Started

Meet at 1-chōme-3-23 Etchūjima in Koto City; final boarding is at 1-chōme-3-3 Etchūjima. Present your voucher to the host for check-in and boarding instructions. Your multilingual host will outline the flow of the experience before departure.

What To Expect

Sail on a traditional Yakatabune, a style rooted in Heian and Edo-era leisure. A seasonal sakura theme dresses the cabin, creating a calm backdrop for cultural discovery on Tokyo Bay.

Tea ceremony demonstration – Observe key movements and symbolism as staff introduces the philosophy behind the ritual.

Live shamisen performance – Hear the distinctive tones of this classic instrument, adding cultural texture to the cruise.

Sakura-themed setting – Lantern-style lighting and floral decor offer a serene, photo-friendly atmosphere.

Unlimited soft drinks with host support – Enjoy beverages throughout, with assistance in Japanese, English, and Chinese.

Tokyo Bay views – Take in waterfront scenery from a classic houseboat as the city slips by.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID and your booking voucher for verification at check-in.

What’s not allowed

Late arrivals cannot be accommodated, so ensure you arrive before the scheduled check-in time.

Shoes are not allowed in designated tea ceremony areas and must be removed before entry.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible due to boarding and onboard layout constraints.

Additional information

Cherry blossom viewing depends on weather conditions and full bloom cannot be guaranteed.

Due to limited seating on the yakatabune boat, shared tables may be required. Shoes must be removed before entering the cabin.

Boarding on SINA boats (1 or 2) will be assigned randomly depending on the day’s traffic conditions.

Traditional Japanese performances onboard may vary daily, and the images shown are for reference only.

In case of force majeure events such as government regulations or natural disasters, the provider may offer an alternative arrangement or cancel the experience with a full refund.

According to Japanese law, alcoholic beverages cannot be served to individuals under 20 years old. Infants under 3 years old will be charged 3,000 JPY for insurance only.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.