Date(s)
Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise: Late October to Early November
(Regular cruises are available until Sunday, November 30th)
Time(s)
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Cost
Adult (Junior high school students and above): ¥1,500
Child (3 years old to elementary school students): ¥800
Under 3 years old: Free
Rediscover the beauty of Hagi with the Hagi Sightseeing Boat!
Blessed with abundant rivers and streams, Hagi is often called the “City of Water.” Take in the beautiful scenery of Hagi Castle Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the nearby districts of preserved traditional buildings, from the rivers and sea aboard the Hagi Sightseeing Boat.
Onboard, your guide will share the history and scenery of Hagi, and you can enjoy the autumn colors of cherry trees planted by the disciples of scholar Yoshida Shoin. Take a moment to immerse yourself in the history of Hagi from the river and sea.
Meet the Hosts
Hagi Sightseeing Boat
Our Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise lasts about 50 minutes and takes you along the riverbank, where you can enjoy views of cherry blossom trees in all their autumn glory.
Take in the sights from the river and sea, and enjoy a unique view of Hagi’s natural and historical scenery.
Schedule
- Meet at Hagi Sightseeing Boat Pier
- Departure
- Hashimoto River
- Former Villa of Tanaka Giichi
- View autumn foliage of cherry blossom trees
- Turn back towards pier
- Sea of Japan & Kikugahama Beach
- Earthen defense wall of Hagi Castle Ruins
- Return to pier & finish.
*Schedule may change due to weather conditions, etc.
Photo Gallery
Treasures Found Here
Former Villa of Tanaka Giichi and its White Walls
The former villa of Tanaka Giichi, the 26th prime minister of Japan, and the 333m long wall that surrounds it.
The Cherry Blossom Trees
Enjoy the beautiful foliage of the cherry blossom trees, planted by disciples of Yoshida Shoin.
Kikugahama Beach & Defense Wall of Hagi Castle Ruins
Earthen walls were built near the coast of Kikugahama Beach to defend against attacks by foreign ships, with narrow openings designed for firing guns.
Information
| Date(s) | Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise: Late October to Early November (Regular cruises are available until Sunday, November 30th) |
| Time(s) | 9:00 am to 3:30 pm |
| Location | Hagi Sightseeing Boat Pier 122-1 Horiuchi, Hagi-shi 758-0057 |
| Access | By Hagi City Circular Hop-on Bus: Get off at the Hagi Castle Ruins・Shizuki Park Entrance・Hokumonyashiki Entrance (W13) bus stop (Western Route). |
| Parking | Available (Up to 30 standard cars and 5 buses) |
| Cost | Adult (Junior high school students and above): ¥1,500 Child (3 years old to elementary school students): ¥800 Under 3 years old: Free |
| Payment Method | Cash only |
| Capacity | 12 people per boat |
| What to bring | – |
| Please note | ・The starting date of the Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise will be decided based on the state of the autumn foliage. Please contact us in advance to confirm. ・Please wear the life jackets provided. ・No pets allowed. |
| How to make a reservation | ・By phone: 0838-21-7708 (9:00 am to 3:30 pm) Private reservations (up to 10 people) available. Please contact us in advance for groups of 20 or more. |
| Reservation Deadline | Same day reservations OK. |
| Cancelations | – |
Recommended for…
- solo-travelers
- families
- friends
- couples
- those who love sightseeing
- those who love activities