Tour around Matsue Horikawa Day Tours
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Highlights
- Sail through historic canals built to protect Matsue Castle—a rare and authentic Edo-period experience.
- Relax on a peaceful boat ride covering ~3.7 km of moats, combining history, nature, and city views.
- A unique highlight—the boat roof lowers, and everyone bends down together for a fun, memorable moment.
- Enjoy entertaining stories, local history, and sometimes even traditional songs during the ride.
About this experience
Please present the reservation screen or a paper medium that shows the reservation at the boarding counter. Exchange for a one-day boarding pass.
* The boarding point in (3) is located at the passage point of the ship departing from the boarding points in (1) and (2). You will need to transfer at ① or ②.
Meeting point:
Details: 15 minutes by car from JR Matsue Station. If you take the "Gurutto Matsue Lake Line Bus" from the station, there is a stop in front of the boarding area.
End point:
Details: 15 minutes by car from JR Matsue Station. If you take the "Gurutto Matsue Lake Line Bus" from the station, there is a stop in front of the boarding area.
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What to expect
Matsue Castle is one of Japan's most beautiful historical castles. Its graceful appearance and surrounding moat display the atmosphere of the Sengoku period. Buildings such as the castle tower and turret, which have been designated as national treasures, show the rich culture and thoughts of Oda Nobunaga's era. Visitors will be able to fully enjoy the charm of Japan's history and architecture. The gardens and views within the castle are breathtakingly beautiful, and you can enjoy the scenery in each season. For history buffs and tourists, Matsue Castle will surely bring you a moving experience.
What's included
- All fees and taxes
Things to note
- Service animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbyInfants are required to sit on an adult's lapSuitable for all physical fitness levelsThere is a slope. (Contact open space boarding place)Cannot be combined with other discounts.
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