18/03/2025
🛥️ Experience Niigata City from the Water: A River Cruise Through the City! 🛥️
Looking for a fresh way to see Niigata? Try the “Shinano River Water Shuttle!”
This water ferry connects the city's major attractions, offering a convenient ride and unforgettable views from the water. For those who prefer a leisurely cruise, the loop service treats you to views you can’t get anywhere else. Enjoy panoramic cityscape views and check out Bandai Bridge with its striking continuous arches from a new perspective: underneath.
In the spring, the route becomes even more enchanting as cherry blossoms dot the water's edge🌸
Private charters are also available for a more personalized experience.
Why not try Niigata sightseeing from a new perspective…on the water!
🌟Shinano River Water Shuttle:
📍 MAP: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y3nA5p6jZn9tUyNi9
The Water Shuttle loop service departs from the boarding point at Toki Messe, while the shuttle has pick-up spots at Minatopia, Toki Messe, Bandai Bridge West, Bandai City, in front of the Niigata Prefectural Office, and Niigata Furusato Mura.
Fare Schedule (Adults):
Shuttle Service: from ¥500
Loop Service: from ¥1,500
Charter Service: ¥66,000 per hour
(¥33,000 for each additional hour)
Please note: During winter (approximately December to mid-March), schedules and fares may change (reservation required).
🌸Cherry blossoms typically peak from early to mid-April, so don’t miss this seasonal treat!
Niigata City is only about 2 hours away from Tokyo Station by Shinkansen!
👇 For more information about Niigata City, please visit:
https://www.nvcb.or.jp/multilingual/