- Overview
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- Embark on a breathtaking 2-hour boat ride down the picturesque 16-km Hozu River, from Kameoka to Saga-Arashiyama | Enjoy cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, colorful leaves in autumn, and pristine snow in winter. | Immerse yourself in the year-round beauty of the Hozu Valley seen from a traditional Japanese river boat | In winter, we've got you covered — literally! Boats are lined with cozy heated tatami to keep you warm
- What to expect
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'- Present your e-voucher, displayed on your smartphone at the Hozu River Boat Ride Office Ticket Counter to receive your boarding pass. Then, please present the pass at the boarding area within 1 day. - Travelers with the following conditions are not recommended for participation: high blood pressure, cardiac disease, pregnancy. - Please fill in the application form and submit it to the ticket counter on the day of the ferry ride. - During peak season, it's possible that you cannot board the reserved boat ride as it reaches full capacity. In that case, please wait for the supplier to arrange another boat for you. - Before departing, please check the Hozu River Boat Ride official website for the day's actual travel schedule: [click here](https://rakuten-travelexp.net/40Vqg1B) - In case of rain, tents will be set up on the boat and the trip will proceed as usual. - If the water level rises due to bad weather or storms, the opening hours may be adjusted or the trip may be canceled. In such cases you may b
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