Yakatabune (Houseboat)

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A traditional Japanese roofed boat, offering an elegant pastime dating back to the Edo period. It's a top luxury to enjoy freshly fried tempura and seasonal cuisine while feeling the cool breeze on the river and viewing Tokyo's nightscape from the Sumida River. Especially in summer, it's popular for fireworks and evening cooling, offering an exceptionally beautiful panorama of Tokyo from the water.

Yakatabune (Houseboat)
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[Tokyo Footage] Houseboat (Yakata-bune) | 屋形船（夏）（Tokyo Japan）

[Tokyo Footage] Houseboat (Yakata-bune) | 屋形船（夏）（Tokyo Japan）

Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau

Yakatabune (Houseboat)

Address
3F Shinozuka Bldg., 1-5-11 Yanagibashi, Taito City, Tokyo
Website
https://www.yakatabune-kumiai.jp/info/info.html
Operator
Yakata-bune Boat Association of Tokyo

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