The goldfish boat offers visitors to Tokyo a comfortable way of sightseeing especially during the summer. It is named as such because of the colorful goldfish lanterns they hang all around the boat. These delicate ornaments come from Yanai in Yamaguchi prefecture. The goldfish boat is docked near Nihonbashi (Japan bridge). It takes a few minutes of walking to reach it from Mitsukoshimae or Nihombashi station. The boat cruises from Nihonbashi to Tokyo Skytree. Ticket costs ¥3500 and comes with kakigoori (Japanese shaved ice) during the start of the cruise and a bingo game card played during the return journey.
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Aboard the Goldfish Boat
Cruise along the Sumida river

By Anonymous
Community writer

A bright orange goldfish lantern stands as a welcoming sign to visitors. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

The goldfish boat docks at Nihonbashi (Japan bridge). (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

The goldfish boat welcomes aboard the passengers. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

The delicate goldfish lanterns, a traditional Japanese folk art, are hanged all around the boat. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

Kakigoori (Japanese flavored shaved ice) is served to passengers as a cooling treat. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

There are many Japanese firms located along the banks of Sumida river. This one has a unique architectural design. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

Bandai, a famous Japanese toy company, stands mightily along the banks of Sumida river. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

Japanese bridges are a must see while on a cruise in Sumida river. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

The bridges, aside from showcasing Japanese engineering excellence come in unique colors and styles. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

A train passes above the Sumida river. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)

The gentle glow of the sun's rays reflect on the river's waters as it slowly sets in the horizon. (Photo: Ayn Gonzales)
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Victoria Vlisides
10 years ago
Sumida River is so beautiful! I love goldfish, too. So cute. Great find!!!

Anonymous
Photographer
10 years ago
Thanks, Victoria! Indeed! I learned the Japanese people love goldfish so much. ^^
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