Matsue Horikawa Sightseeing Boat

堀川遊覧船

The Horikawa Sightseeing Boat is a small boat tour on the moats around Matsue Castle. The boat circles the inner and outer moats, passing old streets and greenery. Some bridges are very low, so passengers sometimes need to bend down. In winter, the boats have kotatsu heated tables to keep you warm.

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Visitor information

Opening hours

Runs daily. From March 1 to September 30, boats run 9:00–17:00.

From October 1 to the end of February, boats run 9:00–16:00.

Admission

Adults ¥2,000; middle and high school students ¥1,600; elementary school children ¥1,000.

Time needed

One full tour takes about 40 minutes.

Hours and fees can change. Please check the official website before you go.

Tips for Muslim visitors

The full course is 3.7 km and takes about 50 minutes, so plan it around prayer times.
The boat roof is lowered when passing under four low bridges.
Plan your visit around prayer times, and carry a travel prayer mat and a qibla app.
Plan your visit around prayer times. Below are today's prayer times for Shimane and the verified places to pray nearby.
Food stalls and shops near popular sights usually do not have halal certification. Check the ingredients, or choose from the verified places on this site.