Kumihama Bay Canoeing and SUP Experience

It is the most sheltered bay in Japan, and because the waves are calm, even first-timers can enjoy canoeing and SUP with confidence.
Canoeing is very popular here, with several competitions held each year that attract many athletes.

Enjoy a safe outing on the water amid the beautiful scenery of the calm Kumihama Bay.

It is Japan’s most sheltered bay, with calm waters, so even beginners can enjoy canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) with confidence.
Canoeing is a popular sport here, with several competitions held annually, attracting many athletes.
The entire area is designated as the “San’in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark” and boasts a rich natural environment.

Reservations & Registration

How to Register: Apply via the official website of the Kyotango City Tourism Association, “Kyotango Navi”
Registration Period & Deadline: Up to 3 days before the tour date
Cancellation Policy: 2–1 days prior... 50%
On the day of the appointment or no-show... 100%

Basic Information

Season: April–September
Closed Days & Excluded Dates: None (Open year-round)
Meeting Time & Hours of Operation: Morning Sessions: ① 9:00 a.m. – ② 9:30 a.m.
Afternoon Session: 1:30 p.m. –
Schedule: ① Check-in
② Explanation of water safety and paddling techniques
③ Practice and hands-on experience
④ Change clothes and pack up
Duration: Approximately 120 minutes
Group Size: Minimum 2 people – Maximum 4～8 people
Participation Restrictions: Children in third grade or younger must ride with an adult
Language Support: Staff: Japanese
Accessibility: Not accessible (stairs present)

Pricing

List Price: Adults (junior high school students and older): 7,000 yen (tax included)
4th grade and older: 4,000 yen (tax included)
3rd grade and younger: 2,000 yen (tax included)
Included in Price: Trial Fee

Access & Meeting Place

Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location: CANOA KUMIHAMA
3143 Kumihama-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture 629-3410
Parking Information: Kumihama Bay Canoe Center
3143 Kumihama-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture 629-3410

Operator Information

Operator Name: CANOA KUMIHAMA
Address: 3143 Kumihama-cho, Kyotango City, Kyoto Prefecture 629-3410
Phone Number: 090-7364-6622
Official Website: https://visitkyotango.com/tour-packages/canoeing-in-kumihama-bay/

Area & City/Town Introduction (Kyotango City)

Located at the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture, the city’s entire northern coastline faces the Sea of Japan. It is blessed with a diverse natural environment, including the majestic coastal landscapes of the San’in Kaigan Geopark—designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark—as well as beaches with white sand and green pines and beautiful rural woodlands. With a rich culinary culture featuring fresh seafood, agricultural products, and fruits—a culture highly regarded for its quality—the city has garnered attention as a destination for food-focused travel, as evidenced by its receipt of the “Gourmet City Award” in 2024. It is also known as one of the prefecture’s leading hot spring resorts, and as a city where nature, cuisine, hot springs, and history and culture harmonize, it offers a variety of ways to enjoy the area throughout all four seasons.