Duration
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Sail a sakura-themed Yakatabune with sumo show, live shamisen, sushi, sake, and soft drinks for a culture-rich cruise across Tokyo Bay.
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Step into lantern-lit interiors as you cruise past Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, and Tokyo Tower, with open views unfolding along the waterfront.
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Watch a sumo cultural performance that explains rituals, movements, and traditions through engaging live demonstrations onboard.
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Enjoy a live shamisen performance while dining on an 8-variety sushi menu that showcases fresh flavors in a relaxed setting.
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Benefit from multilingual hosts and included soft drinks, with sake served to complete a smooth and social onboard experience.
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90-minute Spring/Sakura Yakatabune cruise (as per option selected)
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Cherry blossom-themed cruise
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Sumo cultural performance
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Live shamisen performance
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Multilingual host (English, Japanese, and Chinese)
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Unlimited soft drinks
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One cup of sake
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8 varieties of sushi
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Extra Alcoholic Drink: Asahi Beer, Sake, Suntory etc at JPY500 (cash only)
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Culture-forward Yakatabune cruise with sumo demonstrations, live shamisen, and an 8-sushi menu in Tokyo Bay.
Getting Started
Meet at Etchujima Pier in Koto City for check-in and boarding. After ticket validation and a brief safety note, your host introduces the evening’s program before departure.
What To Expect
Board a traditional Yakatabune, a houseboat style rooted in the Heian and Edo periods. This curated evening blends performance and cuisine to illuminate sumo tradition and Japanese music as the city skyline comes into view.
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Sumo culture demo – performers explain history, rituals, and movements, offering context rather than competition.
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Live shamisen – the classic three‑string sound underscores the experience from departure to docking.
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Sushi tasting – 8 varieties paired with soft drinks and a serving of sake for a balanced meal onboard.
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Tokyo icons – pass Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba’s Statue of Liberty, and Tokyo Tower during the cruise.
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Sakura ambiance – seasonal décor and lantern lighting set a distinctly Japanese setting for photos.
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What to bring
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Bring socks, as shoes must be removed onboard to participate in the experience.
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Provide the full names of all travelers in advance for booking and insurance records.
What’s not allowed
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Non-folding wheelchairs are not permitted onboard.
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Electric wheelchairs are not allowed on this experience.
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Late arrivals cannot be accommodated once boarding has closed.
Accessibility
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Not wheelchair accessible due to boarding requirements and onboard layout.
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Shoes must be removed onboard to participate in the experience.
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Shared seating at low tables may be required during the cruise.
Additional information
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Please arrive 15 minutes early, as late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
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Inform the operator at least 3 days in advance of any food allergies or dietary needs.
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A seafood-free option is available on request, but gluten-free meals cannot be accommodated.
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Boarding will be on SINA Boat 1 or 2, assigned based on operational requirements.
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The experience includes both a sumo cultural performance and a live shamisen performance.
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Missing traveler names may affect insurance coverage, so ensure all details are provided in advance.
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- 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.
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