[Departure/Arrival : Otsu Port] 90 min Lake Biwa Cruise on the Michigan [Open seating] (michigan90)
Otsu Port Departure
90 minute cruise
★This package is a 90-minute cruise (Open seating) departing from and arriving at Otsu Port on the Michigan. departure time - 11:00, 13:00 For those who have a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation certificate, or a mental disability certificate, please check before booking. https://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/faq/383/ Reservations by phone and fax are also available. TEL：077-524-5000 FAX：077-524-7896 ※The Bianca or other ships may operate as a substitute ship due to regular inspection or charter schedules. ※From mid-January to early March, the Bianca will be operating due to the Michigan's regular inspection. In addition, we may operate a substitute ship other than the Bianca. https://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/news/9488/
Adult
JPY 3,000
Child (ages 6-12)
JPY 1,500
Child free of charge (1 free fare is included with each adult fare : boarding fee) (ages 6 & under)
JPY 0
Child (boarding fee) (ages 6 & under)
JPY 1,500
Adult (Class 1 Disability)
JPY 1,500
Adult
JPY 1,500
Elementary Student (Class 1 Disability Certificate/Half-price fare both for passenger with disability and for caregiver, Class 2 Certificate/Half-price fare for passenger with disability)
JPY 1,500
Elementary School Student (Class 1 Disability) (ages 6-12)
JPY 750
Elementary School Student (Class 2 Disability) (ages 6-12)
JPY 750
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
1.5 hours
Highlights
POINT
1
An exhilarating cruise with a 360-degree panoramic view of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake
POINT
2
A dedicated purser will liven up your cruise with on-board guidance and performances!
POINT
3
Relax yourself and have a pleasant 90 minute trip!
POINT
4
Various beautiful photo spots for your SNS
Outline
Boarding procedures
Please be at the port 20 minutes prior to departure. Please check-in at the Otsu Port ticket counter. After completing boarding procedures, please relax in the waiting room until boarding begins. The boarding gates will open 10 minutes before departure.
11:00
Reception and transfer to the beach
Now it is time to start your cruise on the Michigan. The Michigan, a paddle steamer with a bright red paddle, will take your breath away.
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ①The view from the Sky Deck
From the Sky Deck on the 4th Floor of the boat, you can encounter a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. Please enjoy the magnificent view of Lake Biwa.
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ②Taking pictures in various photo spots.
The Michigan is full of photo spots. The ship has an extraordinary theme, with gorgeous interior including luxurious carpets and chandeliers that any photo you take can turn into to a piece of art. We also recommend the observation room where you can see the wheelhouse. We also have trick art exhibitions on the 4th Floor. In addition, the Michigan, which is also known as Japan’s first lover’s sacred place as a ship, has a “hidden heart mark” somewhere!!
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ③Snack & Bar
The Michigan is also a restaurant ship. You can enjoy a hamburger or a drink while observing the Lake Biwa. ※Reservations for lunch at the restaurant are available through a different package.
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ④Entertainments performed by pursers
During the cruise, crew members called the Michigan Purser will provide on-board information, sightseeing information, and furthermore performing in live! Events vary by season, so you can enjoy different performances at other times of the year.
12:30
Arrival at Otsu Port
After a 90 minute cruise, you will return to Otsu Port. We hope you enjoyed the wonderful cruise on Lake Biwa. After the morning cruise, you will have enough time to enjoy sightseeing other areas of Shiga and Lake Biwa in the afternoon.
Checkin Times / Locations
Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port/Lake Biwa Steamship)
Please be present at the Otsu Port(5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu City) at least 20 minutes prior to departure. Weekends and holidays can be more crowded than weekdays so please allow some extra time to your arrival.
Plan Information
- What's Included
- Boarding fee(Open seating)
- Entertainments on-board (Free tour)
- Requirements
- Customers with reservation through our website must also come to the ticket window for check-in.
- Restrictions
- No food or drinks are allowed on-board.
- No smoking in any area on-board
- What to Bring
- Reservations for people with disabilities must show proof of your physical or mental disability. (Mirairo ID is acceptable)
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- Additional Info
- Change or cancel of reservation can be done online through our website. (by 15:00 of the previous day)
- For cancellations after 15:00 of the previous day, you must call the [Lake Biwa Cruise Reservation Center] TEL 077-524-5000
- <Access &Parking Lot> https://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/access/otsu/
- <Payment on-site> Otsu Port, Imazu Port, Nagahama Port: JCB, VISA, AMEX, MASTER, NICOS, Diner’s Club, Union Pay, ICOCA, PITAPA, Edy Card, electronic money and QR payments (some exceptions) are available. In addition, transportation IC cards cannot be recharged at the counter, so please recharge in advance. Other Ports: Cash only. On-board Michigan: Cash + PayPay only.
- <Luggage service> There are coin lockers at the waiting room of Otsu Port, if necessary.
- <Customers with infants> We have a Nursing Room and space for changing diapers. For more information, ask the cabin crew or refer to the guide map.
- <Wheelchair accessibility> Wheelchair access available from 1F to 3F (1F-3F/Elevator, 1 barrier-free toilet available on 1F) 4F Sky deck accessible by stairs only.
- <Wheelchair accessibility> 2 Barrier-free toilets available at Otsu Port Terminal.
- Bicycles may not be brought on-board.
- Free Wi-fi available on-board. (Lake Biwa Free Wi-fi) However, there maybe connection problems depending on the route, signal condition, and etc.
- Minimum Participants
- 1
Cancellation Policies
0%
1 day before to 12:00
50%
1 day before to 23:59
After 23:59, 1 day before
100%
Participation Date