Lake Shinji Pleasure Cruise – 宍道湖観光遊覧船

While a stroll along the lakeshore already provides an interesting view of the lake, you can also enjoy the lake’s scenic beauty from the cruise boat, which also runs a special sunset cruise. This sightseeing boat takes visitors on a one-hour tour around Lake Shinji. There are five or six tours per day, and the last tour each day, the ‘Sunset Cruise’ is particularly popular, as it offers the opportunity to view the vibrant colours of the sun streaked sky and lake surface from closer to the action. If reservations are made in advance, it is also possible to taste the "Seven Delicacies of Lake Shinji" in a bento box!

Socho Fresh Cruising is a special morning cruise that allows you to experience the spectacular morning scenery on Lake Shinji, while the Sunset Cruise gives you the opportunity to enjoy the sight of the setting sun at its very best. Meals can also be served on board if booked at least one-day in advance. Boarding points are located on the southern shore of the Ohashi River.

Boarding fee	¥2,000 (International Discount ››  ¥1,800)
Hours	9:30 until the Sunset Cruise (6~7 Cruises daily) March 1st ~ November 30th: No holidays December 1st ~ End of February: Regular operation on weekends & public holidays. Reservation required for a cruise on a week day (minimum of 10 persons)
URL	http://hakuchougo.jp/ (Japanese)
Tel	0852-24-3218
Access	There are two boarding points located on the south side of the Ohashi River. Pier #1: East of Matsue JR Station, can be accessed on foot or by car (toll free parking). Pier #2: Easily accessible, located northwest of JR Matsue Station, between Shin-Ohashi Bridge and Kunibiki Ohashi Bridge (Lake Line bus stop 30)