{"id":3481,"date":"2025-10-21T09:47:19","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T00:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hagi-machihaku.com\/html\/?post_type=event&p=3481"},"modified":"2025-10-21T11:51:57","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T02:51:57","slug":"37","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/hagi-machihaku.com\/html\/en\/events\/event\/37\/","title":{"rendered":"Take in the Autumn Foliage Aboard the Hagi Sightseeing Boat"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise: Late October to Early November<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Regular cruises are available until Sunday, November 30th)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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9:00 am to 3:30 pm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Cost<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Adult (Junior high school students and above): \u00a51,500
Child (3 years old to elementary school students): \u00a5800
Under 3 years old: Free<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Rediscover the beauty of Hagi with the Hagi Sightseeing Boat!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Blessed with abundant rivers and streams, Hagi is often called the \u201cCity of Water.\u201d 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Meet the Hosts<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Hagi Sightseeing Boat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take in the sights from the river and sea, and enjoy a unique view of Hagi\u2019s natural and historical scenery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Schedule<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Meet at Hagi Sightseeing Boat Pier<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Departure<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Hashimoto River<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Former Villa of Tanaka Giichi<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. View autumn foliage of cherry blossom trees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Turn back towards pier<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Sea of Japan & Kikugahama Beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Earthen defense wall of Hagi Castle Ruins<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Return to pier & finish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    *Schedule may change due to weather conditions, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Photo Gallery<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    The river and white walls of Former Villa of Tanaka Giichi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Autumn foliage of the cherry blossom trees along the river.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Kikugahama Beach and the Hagi Castle Ruins defense wall.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Treasures Found Here<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    Former Villa of Tanaka Giichi and its White Walls<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    The former villa of Tanaka Giichi, the 26th prime minister of Japan, and the 333m long wall that surrounds it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    The Cherry Blossom Trees<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Enjoy the beautiful foliage of the cherry blossom trees, planted by disciples of Yoshida Shoin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Kikugahama Beach & Defense Wall of Hagi Castle Ruins<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

    Earthen walls were built near the coast of Kikugahama Beach to defend against attacks by foreign ships, with narrow openings designed for firing guns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    Information<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

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    Date(s)<\/td>Autumn Foliage Sightseeing Cruise: Late October to Early November (Regular cruises are available until Sunday, November 30th)<\/td><\/tr>
    Time(s)<\/td>9:00 am to 3:30 pm<\/td><\/tr>
    Location<\/td>Hagi Sightseeing Boat Pier
    122-1 Horiuchi, Hagi-shi 758-0057<\/td><\/tr>
    Access<\/td>By Hagi City Circular Hop-on Bus<\/em>: Get off at the Hagi Castle Ruins\u30fbShizuki Park Entrance\u30fbHokumonyashiki Entrance<\/em> (W13) bus stop (Western Route).<\/td><\/tr>
    Parking<\/td>Available (Up to 30 standard cars and 5 buses)<\/td><\/tr>
    Cost<\/td>Adult (Junior high school students and above): \u00a51,500
    Child (3 years old to elementary school students): \u00a5800
    Under 3 years old: Free<\/td><\/tr>
    Payment Method<\/td>Cash only<\/td><\/tr>
    Capacity<\/td>12 people per boat<\/td><\/tr>
    What to bring<\/td>–<\/td><\/tr>
    Please note<\/td>\u30fbThe 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.
    \u30fbPlease wear the life jackets provided.
    \u30fbNo pets allowed.<\/td><\/tr>
    How to make a reservation<\/td>\u30fbBy 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.<\/td><\/tr>
    Reservation Deadline<\/td>Same day reservations OK.<\/td><\/tr>
    Cancelations<\/td>–<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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