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Private Lake Biwa Boat Race Tour — with Your Own Local Guide

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$160.46
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Overview

The Private Lake Biwa Boat Race Tour offers an exhilarating day of high-speed boat racing tailored for your group of 1 to 4 people. Guided by Kenji, who brings 20 years of experience, this adventure immerses you in Japan’s thrilling racing culture.

  • 🚄 Set out from Kyoto Station, enjoying a scenic train ride to Lake Biwa, which takes about 35 minutes.
  • 🛒 Stop at a local supermarket to select your bento, snacks, and drinks for a delightful picnic during the races.
  • 🏁 Experience the excitement of high-speed boat races while learning about local racing traditions from your knowledgeable guide.
  • ⏰ Spend nearly three hours at the boat race stadium, soaking up the atmosphere and cheering for your favorite racers.
  • 💺 Enjoy a reserved seat at the races, ensuring you have the best view of all the action.
  • 🍱 A delicious lunch with drinks is included, perfectly complementing your day of racing excitement.
  • 💵 Cost is ¥25,000 per person, covering travel, lunch, entry fee, and reserved seating.
  • 🚉 Public transportation options are easily accessible nearby for convenience.
  • 🔞 Guests aged 20 and older can enjoy the races without wagering, making it a fun outing for everyone.
  • 🗺️ The race schedule varies monthly, so we hope to catch thrilling races during your visit!

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Private Lake Biwa Boat Race Tour — with Your Own Local Guide
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Train and bus tickets to and from the boat race stadium
  • A lunch with drinks
  • The entry fee and a reserved seat at the races
  • Money or tickets for betting

Meeting point
I'll be waiting for you near the big gate that says "JR Kyoto Station" at the main entrance to Kyoto station. You'll know me by my LINNELL'S backpack. I've included a photo of the meeting point -- which includes me and my big backpack -- in the photos above.
Return details
I'll be waiting for you near the big gate that says "JR Kyoto Station" at the main entrance to Kyoto station. You'll know me by my LINNELL'S backpack. I've included a photo of the meeting point -- which includes me and my big backpack -- in the photos above.

  • We'll set out from Kyoto Station; stop at a special supermarket to pick up your choice of a lunch and drinks for our boat race picnic; travel to Lake Biwa in Shiga for the event; and return to Kyoto Station after the races. Duration: about 4 hours (We set out at 12:00 pm. The travel time on a JR train from Kyoto Station to the boat race stadium is 35 minutes. We spend nearly three hours at the boat race stadium. After the races, the train ride back to Kyoto station is 35 minutes.) Cost: ¥25,000 per person, which includes the cost of travel from Kyoto station to the stadium and back; a lunch with drinks; the entry fee; and a reserved seat Guests who are 20 years old or older and don't wish to wager on the races are certainly welcome to enjoy watching them with us at Lake Biwa. Please note that money or tickets for betting are not included. The race schedule varies from month to month. We do hope there will be races on when you come to Kyoto!

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not suitable for travelers under the age of 20
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Private Lake Biwa Boat Race Tour — with Your Own Local Guide

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $160.46
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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