• Funaya - Around 230 traditional boathouses stretch along Ine Bay for 5km, showcasing a distinctive design with boat storage on the ground floor and living quarters above. Recognized as an Important Preservation District, this “Venice of Japan” presents stunning fishing village vistas.
• Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat - This 25-minute journey provides sweeping views of the funaya from the sea, accompanied by seagulls trailing the boat. Guests can purchase bird food to feed them while relishing the sea breezes and unique views of this “Most Beautiful Seaside Village.”
• Amanohashidate - As one of Japan’s Three Views, this 3.6km sandbar is lined with 6,700 pine trees. When viewed upside-down from Kasamatsu Park, it resembles a dragon soaring to heaven, earning the name “Flying Dragon View.” The cable car offers breathtaking panoramas.
• Sambutu-ji Temple Monjudo - One of Japan’s Three Great Monju Temples, dedicated to the Bodhisattva of Wisdom. Situated at the entrance of Amanohashidate, it houses significant cultural properties. Visitors pray for academic success and enjoy the renowned “Chie-no-Mochi” rice cakes.
• Kayabuki No Sato - Among Japan’s three largest thatched-roof villages, alongside Shirakawa-go and Ouchi-juku. Approximately 40 traditional houses are beautifully preserved, with the red mailbox serving as an iconic photo spot. Be sure to try the local Miyama milk and ice cream.

• Professional guide
• 17:40 Return and disband at Nipponbashi Station, Exit 2 area
• 07:20 Meet and depart from Nipponbashi Station, Exit 2 (Namba / Shinsaibashi area)
• One pack of shrimp crackers per person (complimentary)
• Professional driver

• Personal expenses
• Entrance Fees
• Lunch fee

In just one day, explore Ine Bay by cruising to see the unique floating boat houses, gaze at the dragon-shaped Amanohashidate from a unique perspective, and visit the charming thatched Edo-era village of Miyama. This is a rejuvenating escape from the hustle and bustle.

Boat Houses & Seabirds – Wander through Ine Bay, often referred to as the “Venice of Japan.” Enjoy a self-funded 25-minute cruise where you can hand-feed seagulls (keep an eye out for eagles) and admire over 230 boat houses from the water.

Dragon View – Take a cable car ride up Monju Mountain. Look between your legs to witness Amanohashidate, resembling a blue dragon. Stroll along the sandy beach and cleanse your hands at the “Isoshimizu” spring.

Thatched Village – Visit Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, one of Japan’s few remaining thatched-roof villages. Discover the red mailbox, taste Miyama milk or ice cream, and learn about the traditional “chigi” roof techniques.

Fan-shaped Fortune & Rotating Bridge – Obtain a distinctive fan-shaped omikuji at Chion-ji Temple. If fortunate, you might see the Rotating Bridge pivot 90 degrees to allow boats to pass.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.