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Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa River Boat Ride Ticket

· Departs from: Kyoto

Explore different river boat ride options while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Hozugawa River, considered one of Japan's most beautiful rivers. ●Operating Period: Mar 10, 2026 (Tue) to Dec 13, 2026 (Sun) Business Hours: 9:00 to 15:00 Regular Departures: (8:30*) 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 *May open at 8:30 during peak seasons Closed Dates: Feb 1, Feb 4, Sep 2 ●Operating Period: Dec 14, 2026 (Mon) to Mar 9, 2027 (Tue) Winter Cruise: Dec 14 to 28, 2026 / Jan 5 to Mar 9, 2027 Business Hours: 10:00 to 14:30 Regular Departures: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 ● Operation Period: March 10, 2027 – December 12, 2027 Business Hours: 9:00-15:00 Scheduled Boat Times: (8:30*) 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (Regular operation) *May open during busy seasons Closed Days: 2/1, 2/10, 8/11, 9/1 ● Operation Period: December 13, 2027 – March 9, 2028 Winter Boat: Dec 13-28, 2027; Jan 5 - Mar 9, 2027 Business Hours: 10:00-14:30 Scheduled Boat Times: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 (Regular operation) 【Operation Status】 Service may be suspended due to bad weather or rising river levels. Even if the weather is clear at the location, operations may still be canceled depending on conditions within the gorge. On the day of boarding, please be sure to check the operation status on the official Hozugawa River Boat Ride website just before arriving. ▼Check operation status here https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/ Experience a 2-hour Hozugawa River boat ride adventure on a charming traditional boat. Experience breathtaking mountain views with the assistance of an expert boatman. Explore canyons and bask in the serenity of untouched natural beauty. Are you fond of Japan's natural beauty and scenery, as depicted in the picture? If so, you can immerse yourself in the breathtaking views of pristine Kyoto during a 2-hour boat ride excursion along the Hozugawa River. Experience a serene journey through the Hozugawa River on a traditional flat-bottomed boat, expertly operated by a skilled boatman. The tranquil gorge surrounding you promises stunning views throughout all four seasons. Depending on the time of year, you can delight in the serene and frigid winter landscape or cherry blossoms' vibrant and colorful spring scenery.

Choose your plan

Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa River Boat Ride

1–10 people

Capacity: 1–10 people

📅 Schedule

Duraiton: about 2 hours When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk. Kindly be advised that the boat may take up to 30 minutes after the scheduled time to depart.

✅ What's included

2-hour boat ride adventure along the Hozugawa River with a skilled boatman.

Required reading

When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk.
Kindly be advised that the boat may take up to 30 minutes after the scheduled time to depart.
If you arrive late for your check-in time, you may not be able to board within the 30-minute window. Especially for those with reservations for the final boat, please arrive with plenty of time to spare. Once your reserved check-in time has passed, boarding will not be permitted. (Access info: https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/access)
Service may be suspended due to strong winds, inclement weather, or rising river levels. Even on sunny days, please check the latest operation status on the day of your visit at the following website: https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/

Restrictions

There are no restroom facilities available on the boat.
Feel free to bring your own food and beverages.
You are allowed to take photographs, but kindly inform the boatman if you intend to stand up.
Guidelines to follow when boarding the Hozugawa River Boat Ride. 1. Those who are below 80cm in height are not permitted to get on the boat. 2. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly. 3. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat. 4. It is mandatory for individuals who are classified as type 1 or type 2 disabled and are under the age of 12 to be accompanied by a companion. Each disabled person requires one companion. 5. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently. (Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.) Individuals who have guide dogs are allowed to bring their service animals on board. If you belong to any of the aforementioned categories, you may not be allowed to board the boat even if you show up. Therefore, kindly reach out to us beforehand.
Children must be accompanied by an adult (13 years or older) to board the boat.

Other notes

It is compulsory to wear a life jacket.
Please note that hotel pick-up service and meals are not included.
The event will take place regardless of the weather conditions. If it rains, the boat will still run and be covered by a canopy.
In the event of a large number of visitors, there may be a waiting period.
In the event of bad weather or river flooding, the service may be temporarily suspended. We recommend checking the current operation status before making your way to the location.
Wheelchairs: Wheelchair users must be accompanied by a companion when boarding the boat. The companion is kindly requested to assist with transferring to a seat onboard. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored on the boat. (Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
【Kyoto・Kameoka Hozugawa River Ride】 Location: 2 Shimo-Nakajima Hozu-cho Kameoka, 6210005, Kyoto Access: https://goo.gl/maps/8pULEHy6xMJswXDj8 In severe weather or river flooding, service may be temporarily halted. Before visiting, please check the boat's status using the URL below. https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/ ●Operating Period: Mar 10, 2025 (Mon) to Dec 7, 2025 (Sun) Business Hours: 9:00 to 15:00 Regular Departures: 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 Closed Dates: Jan 1 to 4, Feb 1, Feb 12, Aug 11, Sep 3, Dec 29 to 31 ●Operating Period: Dec 8, 2025 (Mon) to Mar 9, 2026 (Mon) Winter Cruise: Dec 8 to 28, 2025 / Jan 5 to Mar 9, 2026 Business Hours: 10:00 to 14:30 Regular Departures: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30 ●Operating Period: Mar 10, 2026 (Tue) to Dec 13, 2026 (Sun) Business Hours: 9:00 to 15:00 Regular Departures: (8:30*) 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 *May open at 8:30 during peak seasons Closed Dates: Feb 1, Feb 4, Aug 11, Sep 2 ●Operating Period: Dec 14, 2026 (Mon) to Mar 9, 2027 (Tue) Winter Cruise: Dec 14 to 28, 2026 / Jan 5 to Mar 9, 2027 Business Hours: 10:00 to 14:30 Regular Departures: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30

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