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Ticket 60 min
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Available slots: 09:40, 15:00
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About this package
What's included
- Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) TicketAdult
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket: At Redemption Counter
Terms & conditions
- How to Use Boarding Location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and provide your name
- After completing the check-in process, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
- Important Notes Each adult can bring one infant for free
- Additional infants will require a child boat ticket
- Food and beverages are not allowed onboard
- Smoking is prohibited on board
- Visitors who have made advance reservations must also complete the boarding procedures at the ticket counter on the day of the activity
- About luggage storage: Coin-operated lockers are available in the waiting room at Otsu Port for your convenience
- Wheelchair users: There are two accessible restrooms inside Otsu Port Terminal
- Bicycles are not allowed on board
- Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Lake Biwa Free Wi-Fi)
- Please note that connection difficulties may occur due to sailing routes or signal conditions
- We appreciate your understanding
- Due to reasons such as chartered boats or activity-related vessel usage, the USS Michigan sightseeing cruise may temporarily be operated by the BIANCA or another sightseeing boat
- Cruises operate normally in rainy weather, but may modify sightseeing routes or suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as strong winds and heavy waves
- Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access
- Location of use 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window Time of use Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure [Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name
- After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
⏱ Select a time slot
Select quantity (Min 1 – Max 99)
↑ Please select a time slot to choose quantities
Ticket 60 min
❌
Non-refundable
This ticket cannot be cancelled or refunded.
⚡
Time slot required
Available slots: 09:40, 15:00
Pricing
About this package
What's included
- Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) TicketChild
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket: At Redemption Counter
Terms & conditions
- How to Use Boarding Location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and provide your name
- After completing the check-in process, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
- Important Notes Each adult can bring one infant for free
- Additional infants will require a child boat ticket
- Food and beverages are not allowed onboard
- Smoking is prohibited on board
- Visitors who have made advance reservations must also complete the boarding procedures at the ticket counter on the day of the activity
- About luggage storage: Coin-operated lockers are available in the waiting room at Otsu Port for your convenience
- Wheelchair users: There are two accessible restrooms inside Otsu Port Terminal
- Bicycles are not allowed on board
- Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Lake Biwa Free Wi-Fi)
- Please note that connection difficulties may occur due to sailing routes or signal conditions
- We appreciate your understanding
- Due to reasons such as chartered boats or activity-related vessel usage, the USS Michigan sightseeing cruise may temporarily be operated by the BIANCA or another sightseeing boat
- Cruises operate normally in rainy weather, but may modify sightseeing routes or suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as strong winds and heavy waves
- Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access
- Location of use 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window Time of use Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure [Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name
- After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
⏱ Select a time slot
Select quantity (Min 1 – Max 99)
↑ Please select a time slot to choose quantities
Ticket 90 minutes
❌
Non-refundable
This ticket cannot be cancelled or refunded.
⚡
Time slot required
Available slots: 11:00, 13:00
Pricing
About this package
What's included
- Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) TicketAdult
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket: At Redemption Counter
Terms & conditions
- How to Use Boarding Location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and provide your name
- After completing the check-in process, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
- Important Notes Each adult can bring one infant for free
- Additional infants will require a child boat ticket
- Food and beverages are not allowed onboard
- Smoking is prohibited on board
- Visitors who have made advance reservations must also complete the boarding procedures at the ticket counter on the day of the activity
- About luggage storage: Coin-operated lockers are available in the waiting room at Otsu Port for your convenience
- Wheelchair users: There are two accessible restrooms inside Otsu Port Terminal
- Bicycles are not allowed on board
- Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Lake Biwa Free Wi-Fi)
- Please note that connection difficulties may occur due to sailing routes or signal conditions
- We appreciate your understanding
- Due to reasons such as chartered boats or activity-related vessel usage, the USS Michigan sightseeing cruise may temporarily be operated by the BIANCA or another sightseeing boat
- Cruises operate normally in rainy weather, but may modify sightseeing routes or suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as strong winds and heavy waves
- Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access
- Location of use 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window Time of use Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure [Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name
- After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
⏱ Select a time slot
Select quantity (Min 1 – Max 99)
↑ Please select a time slot to choose quantities
Ticket 90 minutes
❌
Non-refundable
This ticket cannot be cancelled or refunded.
⚡
Time slot required
Available slots: 11:00, 13:00
Pricing
About this package
What's included
- Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) TicketChild
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket: At Redemption Counter
Terms & conditions
- How to Use Boarding Location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and provide your name
- After completing the check-in process, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
- Important Notes Each adult can bring one infant for free
- Additional infants will require a child boat ticket
- Food and beverages are not allowed onboard
- Smoking is prohibited on board
- Visitors who have made advance reservations must also complete the boarding procedures at the ticket counter on the day of the activity
- About luggage storage: Coin-operated lockers are available in the waiting room at Otsu Port for your convenience
- Wheelchair users: There are two accessible restrooms inside Otsu Port Terminal
- Bicycles are not allowed on board
- Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Lake Biwa Free Wi-Fi)
- Please note that connection difficulties may occur due to sailing routes or signal conditions
- We appreciate your understanding
- Due to reasons such as chartered boats or activity-related vessel usage, the USS Michigan sightseeing cruise may temporarily be operated by the BIANCA or another sightseeing boat
- Cruises operate normally in rainy weather, but may modify sightseeing routes or suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as strong winds and heavy waves
- Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access
- Location of use 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window Time of use Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure [Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
- Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name
- After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure
About this experience
Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access.;Location of use;5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window;Time of use;Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure;[Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure. Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name. After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins. The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure.
Highlights
- Enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Biwa, Japan’s largest freshwater lake, departing from Otsu Port.
- Relax aboard the Michigan-style paddlewheel cruise ship, offering nostalgic charm and comfortable seating.
- Take photos of the serene waters, beautiful sunsets, and nearby historic sites.
- Combine the cruise with sightseeing around Shiga for a full cultural experience.
What's included
- Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port / Lake Biwa Kisen) TicketChild
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
The "Michigan" Lake Biwa cruise ship is a luxury paddle steamer that travels around the South Lake. There are packages that take a relaxing tour of Lake Biwa, as well as packages that visit Lake Biwa under the sunset and enjoy gourmet food and vitality cruises. In addition, in the popular animation work "The Second Sickness Also Falls in Love", there is a scene where the protagonist takes a cruise in Michigan. Anime fans can take an unusual cruise.
Operating hours
Open from 9:40am-10:40am, 11:00am-12:30pm, 1:00pm-2:30pm, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Things to note
- Please meet at the port 20 minutes before departure.
- Customers in wheelchairs: There are two multi-purpose toilets at Otsu Port Terminal.
- No food or drinks may be brought on board.
- [How to use]
- The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure.
- Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Biwako Free Wi-Fi)
- Visitors who have made reservations in advance must also check in at the ticket counter on the day of the activity.
- Boarding location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, 520-0047
- [Notes]
- Please note that it may be difficult to connect to the Internet due to route and signal conditions.
- Smoking is not allowed on board.
- Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and state your name.
- After checking in, please rest in the waiting room until boarding begins.
- The Michigan cruise may be temporarily replaced by the BIANCA or other cruise ships due to charter or activity reasons.
- The cruise will continue to operate normally on rainy days, but in case of severe weather such as strong winds and high waves, some cruise contents may be changed or the cruise may be suspended.
- Each adult can bring one infant for free
- Regarding luggage storage: There are coin-operated lockers in the waiting room of Otsu Port, please feel free to use them.
- Bicycles are not allowed on board.
- If there are more than one infant, they will need to pay for the child Boat Ticket.
Terms & conditions
How to Use
Boarding Location: 5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047
Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure.
Please inform the ticket counter that you have a reservation and provide your name.
After completing the check-in process, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins.
The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure.
Important Notes
Each adult can bring one infant for free. Additional infants will require a child boat ticket.
Food and beverages are not allowed onboard.
Smoking is prohibited on board.
Visitors who have made advance reservations must also complete the boarding procedures at the ticket counter on the day of the activity.
About luggage storage: Coin-operated lockers are available in the waiting room at Otsu Port for your convenience.
Wheelchair users: There are two accessible restrooms inside Otsu Port Terminal.
Bicycles are not allowed on board.
Free Wi-Fi is available on board (Lake Biwa Free Wi-Fi). Please note that connection difficulties may occur due to sailing routes or signal conditions. We appreciate your understanding.
Due to reasons such as chartered boats or activity-related vessel usage, the USS Michigan sightseeing cruise may temporarily be operated by the BIANCA or another sightseeing boat.
Cruises operate normally in rainy weather, but may modify sightseeing routes or suspend operations during severe weather conditions such as strong winds and heavy waves.
Present your e-ticket for direct verification and access.
Location of use
5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu, Shiga 520-0047 Ticket window
Time of use
Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure
[Instructions] Please gather at the port 20 minutes before departure. Inform the ticket counter staff about your reservation and provide your name. After completing the boarding procedures, please wait in the lounge until boarding begins. The boarding gate will open 10 minutes before departure.