Yakatabune | Book Japan Tours, Activities & Things to Do with VELTRA
Search Activities
Cultural Experiences

Yakatabune

4.78
Yakatabune are traditional Japanese pleasure boats, a popular option for a fun dinner cruise. These low barges usually have tatami mat floors, and serve up delicious dishes and plenty of drinks for a night of entertainment on the water. Brightly lit up with colorful lights, they are a charming sight on Japan's rivers and bays. Choose by departure point or menu, and book with ease in English.

Top-Rated Activities for Japan

Latest reviews of Yakatabune

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Yakatabune: Elegant Boat Ride to Enjoy Seasonal Scenery

A beautiful autumn day floating the Katsura River

2025/12/13 Families Nippon Navigators

We made reservations a few months in advance and checking in for our private boat was easy. We had the entire boat to ourselves and we brought some snacks and rinks to enjoy as we floated along. Our boatman kept the boa... more

Close
Kyoto Arashiyama Private Yakatabune: Elegant Boat Ride to Enjoy Seasonal Scenery

Awesome Arashiyama experience!

2025/12/08 Families with Young Children HH

Arashiyama can be very very crowded. For a peaceful, fulfilling start to your Arashiyama trip, recommend to take this 1-hour private boat trip (with table) early at 9am! Worth the money spent, guaranteed.

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Yakatabune: Elegant Boat Ride to Enjoy Seasonal Scenery

Amazing

2025/12/06 Couples Cory K

We loved this ! Super peaceful great experience. Recommend to anyone

Arashiyama Private Boat & Bento: 1 Hour Charter

Excellent experience

2025/11/09 Families Sean

The food is surprisingly good with the view and everything. We had a blast! Highly recommended.

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Yakatabune: Elegant Boat Ride to Enjoy Seasonal Scenery

Amazing Experience

2025/11/07 Couples Lulu

Kyoto Arashiyama Private Yakatabune offers a serene and elegant 1-hour boat ride through Arashiyama’s breathtaking seasonal scenery — perfect for groups of four. The experience is made even better by the wonderful guide,... more

Close
Arashiyama Private Boat & Bento: 1 Hour Charter

What a beautiful picture!

2025/11/02 Families Bruce Chu

A good experience that you can eat in the boat and enjoy the sightseeing at the same time.

Yakatabune | Book Japan Tours, Activities & Things to Do with VELTRA
Yakatabune are traditional Japanese pleasure boats, a popular option for a fun dinner cruise. These low barges usually have tatami mat floors, and serve up delicious dishes and plenty of drinks for a night of entertainment on the water. Brightly lit up with colorful lights, they are a charming sight on Japan's rivers and bays. Choose by departure point or menu, and book with ease in English.