Tarai Bune Experience(Rikiya Kanko Kisen)

Venture out on the ocean on a tarai bune (tub boat)!

The tarai bune is one of Sado’s most famous sights. Originally used as washtubs, these boats are said to have been invented in 1868 and arrived at their current form through years and years of accumulated improvements. There’s no need to worry about the boats flipping over or drifting off. A female boatman will ride with you and skillfully maneuver the boat. You can also try paddling it yourself! If you manage to steer the boat successfully, you can receive a tarai bune navigator license (200 yen issuance fee).

Area
Sado
Niigata
Category
Activities

General Information

Address
新潟県佐渡市新潟県佐渡市小木町1935
Prices
Adult ¥700; Child ¥400
"Tarai bune navigator license" (issuance fee \200)
Opening Times
March-Late October: 8:30am - 5:00pm; Late October-Late November: 8:30am - 4:30pm; Late November-February: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Closures
Open all year
Duration
10 minutes
Notes
COVID-19 Prevention Measures: Limiting or guiding visitors, providing hand sanitizing equipment (max 2-3 people; sanitizing equipment is available), wearing masks, ventilating indoor spaces, disinfecting used areas, etc.

Contact

Contact
Rikiya Kanko Kisen
Telephone Number
0259-86-3153