Themed Cruise
Tokyo Architecture Festival Time Leap Cruise
Saturday, May 16 – Sunday, May 24
90 minutes
In conjunction with Tokyo Architecture Festival 2026, one of Tokyo’s largest architectural events, this cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore architectural landmarks from the riverside.
TOUR OVERVIEW
DATE
Saturday, May 16 – Sunday, May 24
DURATIONS
90 minutes
PRICE
From ¥5,000 (child fares available)
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HIGHLIGHT
Tokyo Architecture Festival Time Leap Cruise
Enjoy a unique sightseeing experience where architecture can be appreciated from the water.
Based on guided content supervised by Shunsuke Kurakata, Executive Committee Chair of Tokyo Architecture Festival, this cruise introduces the evolution of the city and its architecture from Edo to modern Tokyo alongside the development of water transportation.
Buildings that once lined the waterways at the center of Tokyo’s logistics network reveal a completely different character when viewed from the water, while bridges, expressways, and modern architecture come together to create a dynamic urban landscape.
This year also introduces the new “Tokyo Bay Twilight Cruise” route extending toward Odaiba, allowing guests to enjoy Tokyo’s changing scenery from dusk into night from a unique waterfront perspective.
Aboard an open-air boat with no roof, guests can immerse themselves in extraordinary views of the city while enjoying reflections shimmering across the water’s surface. This memorable experience can be enjoyed by both adults and children alike.
As an experience that connects architecture, railways, and waterfront culture, this cruise is recommended not only for architecture enthusiasts, but also for railway fans.
DATE
Saturday, May 16 – Sunday, May 24
DEPARTURE AND ARRIVAL TIMES
【Week Day】A: Depart Takeshiba at 10:00 AM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 11:30 AM
【Week Day】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 12:00 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 1:30 PM
【Week Day】A: Depart Takeshiba at 2:30 PM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 4:00 PM
【Week Day】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 4:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 6:00 PM
【Week Day】C: Depart Takeshiba at 6:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 8:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】 A: Depart Takeshiba at 10:00 AM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 11:30 AM
【Weekends & Holidays】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 10:00 AM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 11:30 AM
【Weekends & Holidays】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 12:00 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 1:30 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】 A: Depart Takeshiba at 12:00 PM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 13:30 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】 A: Depart Takeshiba at 2:30 PM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 4:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 2:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 4:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 4:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 6:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】 A: Depart Takeshiba at 4:30 PM
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Arrive at Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 6:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】 C: Depart Takeshiba at 6:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 8:00 PM
【Weekends & Holidays】B: Depart Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier at 6:30 PM
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Arrive at Takeshiba at 8:00 PM
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
An Architecture & Railway Viewing Cruise Through the History of Edo and Tokyo
Guided commentary supervised by Shunsuke Kurakata, Executive Committee Chair of Tokyo Architecture Festival (Japanese only)
NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
Food and beverages (outside food and drinks permitted)
RESERVATIONS
【Route A】Tokyo Architecture Festival Time-Travel Cruise [Shared Cruise] Departing from Waters Takeshiba – Nihonbashi & Kanda River Cruise –
Cruise Fare
¥5,000〜
【Route B】Tokyo Architecture Festival Time-Travel Cruise [Shared Cruise] Departing from Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier – Nihonbashi & Sumida River Cruise –
Cruise Fare
¥5,000〜
【Route C】Tokyo Bay Twilight Cruise – Special Tokyo Architecture Festival Service [Shared Cruise] Departing from and Returning to Waters Takeshiba
Cruise Fare
¥6,000〜
【Route A】Tokyo Architecture Festival Time-Travel Cruise [Shared Cruise] Departing from Waters Takeshiba – Special Guided Cruise by an Expert –
Cruise Fare
¥6,000〜
【Route B】Tokyo Architecture Festival Time-Travel Cruise [Shared Cruise] Departing from Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier – Special Guided Cruise by an Expert –
Cruise Fare
¥6,000〜
MEETING PLACE
Takashiba Pier (WATERS takeshiba)
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure. Boarding check-in will be conducted prior to departure.
DIRECTIONS
Izumi Bridge Disaster Prevention Pier
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before departure. Boarding check-in will be conducted prior to departure.
DIRECTIONS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel your reservation after it has been confirmed for personal reasons, the following cancellation fees will apply:
From the reservation date up to 31 days before departure: No cancellation fee
30 to 8 days before departure: 20%
7 to 3 days before departure: 30%
2 days before departure to the day before departure: 50%
On the day of departure: 100%
Cancellation requests are accepted only during business hours (9:00 AM–5:00 PM, including email inquiries). Requests received outside business hours will be processed on the next business day, which will be treated as the official cancellation date.
Important Notes
- Please arrive at the pier at least 10 minutes before departure.
- The cruise may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met. In such cases, we will contact you in advance.
- Cruises will operate in light rain. Please bring appropriate rain gear such as a raincoat. However, operations may be canceled in the event of severe weather.
- No food or beverage service is provided on board.
- Pets and bulky luggage such as coolers are not permitted on board. Small items that can be carried by hand, such as bottled drinks, rice balls, and snacks, may be brought on board.
- Please take all garbage with you when leaving the vessel.
- The boat does not have a roof. We recommend bringing sun protection and sufficient hydration (such as bottled water). Please refrain from using parasols while the boat is in motion, as they may be dangerous due to wind conditions. (Restrooms are available on board.)
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