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Yakatabune Mikawaya

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Yakatabune Mikawaya

See Tokyo’s famous sights from the water. Enjoy a Tokyo Bay cruise on a classic yakatabune boat.

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A boat house in Shinagawa with over 170 years of history. Enjoy traditional yakatabune boat cruises, loved since the Edo period, all year round.

For private charters for groups of 20 or more, there are multiple course options with different menus. The banquet room can accommodate up to 80 people, and seating can be arranged to suit your needs, including tables or sunken kotatsu-style seating.

The roof area doubles as an open deck with panoramic views, offering sights such as Tokyo Tower, Rainbow Bridge, and many other Tokyo landmarks.

Shared cruises are also available for smaller groups, ideal for individuals. There is also a daytime-only short sightseeing cruise (private charter only, minimum 20 people). In just 1–2 hours, you can take in Tokyo’s highlights and enjoy lunch on board, making it a popular option as well.

Highlights

  • A historic boat house with over 170 years of history, offering classic yakatabune cruises all year round.
  • Enjoy Tokyo landmarks such as Tokyo Tower and Rainbow Bridge from the water.
  • Offers both private charter boats for groups of 20 or more and shared cruises.

Photos

  • Enjoy a cruise while taking in the beautiful night views of Tokyo Bay

    Enjoy a cruise while taking in the beautiful night views of Tokyo Bay

  • You can also see Tokyo Skytree from the boat

    You can also see Tokyo Skytree from the boat

  • Cherry blossom viewing from the water is also recommended

    Cherry blossom viewing from the water is also recommended

  • A spacious banquet room that fits up to 80 people. Sunken kotatsu-style seating is also available on request

    A spacious banquet room that fits up to 80 people. Sunken kotatsu-style seating is also available on request

  • Sample dishes from the Ume Course (private charter)

    Sample dishes from the Ume Course (private charter)

  • Sample dishes from the Ume Course (shared cruise)

    Sample dishes from the Ume Course (shared cruise)

Reviews

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  • Gina C
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    Yakatabune Mikawaya offers a very distinctive traditional sightseeing boat experience in Tokyo. On this trip to Japan, I specifically arranged to take a yakatabune cruise to experience a different side of Tokyo. The boat has a very traditional Japanese appearance, and while onboard, you can enjoy views of the city along the river, which feels completely different from exploring on land. As the boat slowly cruises along, you can take in the riverside scenery and bridges!

  • Linda Liao
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    Standing by the Rainbow Bridge and watching the boats come and go across Tokyo Bay, the lively scene made me want to stop and take it all in. Among them, Yakatabune Mikawaya especially caught my eye~ Yakatabune are traditional Japanese sightseeing boats with spacious interiors where passengers can enjoy Japanese cuisine while taking in the waterfront scenery. Mikawaya is a long-established boat operator with more than a century of history. The boat also has an observation deck on the roof, offering close-up views of the Rainbow Bridge, Tokyo Tower, and other beautiful sights from the water. It's also a different way to experience the beauty of the bay.

  • Mei Xu
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    I figured dining on the boat would be super basic, but it was surprisingly not bad. The Tokyo Bay night view was absolutely stunning.

Details

Name in Japanese
屋形船三河屋
Postal Code
140-0002
Address
1-1-14 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Closed on
Irregular holidays
Hours
9:00am - 9:30pm (phone inquiries until 7:00pm) *Advance reservation required
Admission
Private charter (150 min, 20+ people): Ume Course, 13,000 yen per adult
*Please contact us for elementary school, and child rates
Shared cruise course (2-2.5 hours, minimum 20 people; may be canceled if the minimum is not met): Ume Course, 13,000 yen per adult
Sightseeing cruise Odaiba Course (60 min): Adults 4,000 yen, elementary school students 3,000 yen, children 1,500 yen
Access
1) Approx. 10 min on foot from Shinagawa Station (JR Lines, Keikyu Line)
2) Approx. 5 min on foot from Kita-Shinagawa Station (Keikyu Line)
Credit Cards
Accepted *Not accepted for shared cruises
Official Website
Official Website (English)
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