Chikubushima Cruise
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Highlights
- Enjoy a leisurely boat ride around Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and waterscape.
- Visit the sacred Chikubushima Island, home to Hōgon-ji Temple and Tsukubusuma Shrine, combining cultural, spiritual, and natural beauty.
- Panoramic lake vistas, temple architecture, and the island’s greenery provide excellent photo opportunities.
- Suitable for all ages, including children and elderly visitors, with short walks and accessible paths.
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What's included
- Chikubushima Cruise TicketAdult1 boat ticket
Not included
- All fees not included in the inclusions.
Things to note
- The trees covering the entire island, primarily conifers, display beautiful scenery in every season.
- There are also many attractions such as the Tang Gate of Guobao Baoquan Temple, the main hall of Defujian Shrine, and the Baoquan Temple Boat Corridor, an important cultural property.
- Payment must be made on-site in cash only, as our company does not provide payment collection services.
- The landing stay time at Zhusheng Island is 85–90 minutes (depending on the flight).
- The Nagahama Ferry is a liner that departs from and arrives at Nagahama Port
- Enjoy dining and shopping at the popular tourist spot "Kurokabe Square" in Nagahama, as well as sightseeing at the Nagahama Castle Historical Museum and the Yanmar Museum on Chikubu Island.
- In addition to the boarding fee, an admission fee is required to visit Tsukishima Island (¥600 for adults, ¥300 for children)
- The Buddhist blessings of Benzaiten and the Dragon God Chapel are also highly popular.
- Additionally, Chikubu Island is also known as a power spot, with the entire island enveloped in a mystical atmosphere that attracts many visitors seeking to receive its energy
- As the site of the 30th temple "Hogon-ji," it has long been a focal point of deep spiritual devotion.
- Chikubu Island is a small island with a circumference of 2 km, floating almost equidistant between Imazu Port and Nagahama Port
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel this booking?
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Can I change the date of my booking?
Date changes aren't automatic — they depend on the operator. Email [email protected] from the address you booked with, quoting your booking reference and the new date you'd like, and we'll ask the operator for you. Changes are subject to their approval and availability; if the date can't be moved, your booking's cancellation terms apply.
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