⚠️ Attention: There are two boarding areas for the Arashiyama boat rides — North and South. Make sure to check your departure point before heading out!
https://arashiyama-yakatabune.com/access/
📌 Shared Ride (乗合船) – Classic River Cruise - Link
You share the boat with other passengers. It Lasts around 35–40 min, calm ride through the scenic Ōi River.
Perfect for solo travelers or couples on a budget. Sometimes a snack boat comes by during the ride
Information from website translated from Japanese :
⏱ Cruise duration: About 30 minutes
👥 Up to 2 people: 4,000 yen total
➕ After that:
+ 1,500 yen per additional adult
+ 1,000 yen per child (ages 4–12)
+ Free for children under 4
📞 Reservations & Inquiries: 075-861-0302
✅ Advance reservations accepted for groups of 10 adults or more
🚶♀️ Walk-ins welcome — no reservation needed for smaller groups
⏳ No fixed schedule – boats depart on demand when guests arrive
⚠️ During busy times or peak seasons, you may share the boat with others
⏰ In that case, boats depart about every 20 to 40 minutes
📌 Private Charter (貸切船) – Rent the Whole Boat - Link
You rent the entire boat (with a boatman, of course). Great for groups, families, or romantic rides.
You choose the time (day or evening), route is chill and scenic.
Up to 5 adults ➡️ 15,000 yen total Then:
+ 3,000 yen per extra adult
+ 1,500 yen per child (ages 4 to elementary school)
+ Free for kids under 4
Informations from the website (translated from Japanese)
⛵️ 1-Hour Private Yakatabune Boat Cruise
🕒 Duration: About 1 hour
👥 Up to 5 adults: 15,000 yen total
➕ After that:
+ 3,000 yen per additional adult
+ 1,500 yen per child (ages 4–12)
+ Free for children under 4
📞 Reservations & Inquiries: 075-861-0302
👉 Click here for online 1-hour houseboat reservations
Available all year – reservations accepted for any group size
No fixed departure time – just let them know your preferred boarding time
Food and drinks allowed, including alcohol
If you don’t have a reservation, just ask at the reception when you arrive.
📌 Lunch Cruise (お食事船) – Meal + Views - Link
Same relaxing river cruise, but with a full meal onboard.
Traditional kaiseki-style bento or hotpot (yudofu), depending on the plan.
Must reserve in advance, and private boat only.
Great for a chill luxury moment or special occasion.
Starts around 5,000 yen per person (meal + boat).
Informations from website
⛵️ Private Yakatabune Cruise with Meal (1 Hour) Enjoy a traditional 1-hour river cruise with a full meal on board. Perfect for a relaxing experience with food and views combined.
📞 Reservations & Inquiries: 075-861-0302
🍱 Important Info:
Meal plan cruises are reservation-only
Minimum 2 people required to book
One meal type per group (everyone chooses the same menu)
You can choose your preferred departure time
This is a private cruise, just for your group
🗓 Reservation Policy:
New bookings or meal changes:
→ Until 4:00 PM, 3 days before (for 10+ people → 5 days before)
Changes in number of guests / cancellations:
→ Until 12:00 PM the day before (for 10+ people → 3 days before)
Late cancellations = 100% cancellation fee
💡 Meal prices include the boat rental fee.
Click on each meal name on the site to see unavailable days for that menu.
Up to 1 hour use
3-person boat: 2,000 yen per boat
Important Info:
No reservations accepted (except for groups outside spring & autumn)
Max 3 people per boat, regardless of age
Group reservations possible outside of peak seasons
