INE Seakayak Tour

Ine Town is home to the rias coastline unique to the Sea of Japan. Why not take a leisurely sea kayak tour along this beautiful coastline?
The tour takes place at two locations: “Tomari,” where time flows gently, and “Honjo Beach,” known for its crystal-clear waters.
The views from the water’s surface are truly spectacular, and if you’re lucky, you may even get to see the “Blue Cave” at Honjo Beach and the “Ganmon” rock formation at Tomari.
Our guides provide attentive support, so even children and first-timers can participate with peace of mind. We use sit-on-top kayaks, and our instructors provide careful guidance, making this a safe and enjoyable experience for beginners.
*Please note that this kayaking experience takes place in the open sea beyond the bay, so it may be canceled if winds are strong on the day of the tour.
The probability of being able to visit the “Blue Cave” or “Ganmon” is approximately 30%, so we cannot guarantee access. Additionally, we do not offer refunds if we are unable to visit these locations.
Please understand this before applying.

Reservations & Registration

How to Register: Apply via the “What’s Up” section on the following page of the official website.
Cancellation Policy: (5) Cancellation Policy
Please note that cancellation fees will apply as follows for cancellations made at the customer’s request.
2 days prior to the day before: 50% of the total charge
On the day of the reservation: 100% of the total charge

Basic Information

Season: Summer
Closed Days & Excluded Dates: Irregular holidays
Meeting Time & Hours of Operation: Please complete check-in at least 45 minutes before the start time of each tour.
*However, for early morning tours, check-in begins 15 minutes before the start time.
Duration: 90 minutes
Group Size: Minimum 2 people
Language Support: Staff: Japanese,English
Guide: Japanese,English
Notes: Please contact the business directly.

Pricing

List Price: 12,000 yen per person
Included in Price: Tax and English guide fee included (Consumption tax and English guide fee included)

Access & Meeting Place

Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location: Urashima Park
Meeting Place: 111-1 Honjohama, Ine-cho, Yosa District, Kyoto Prefecture 626-0403
Parking Information: Please use the private parking lots near the meeting place.

Operator Information

Operator Name: Honjo Tourism HONJOKANKO
Address: Meeting Place: 111-1 Honjohama, Ine-cho, Yosa District, Kyoto Prefecture 626-0403
Phone Number: For reservations and inquiries, please use the WhatsApp link on our website.
Official Website: https://www.ine-kankou.jp/e_active/ine-seakayak-tour

Area & City/Town Introduction (Ine Town)

Life Closest to the Sea in Japan
In Ine Town, approximately 230 “funaya” (boat houses) line the Ineura district.
Due to its unique landscape and the way of life of the people who live there, the town has been designated a “Preservation District for Important Groups of Traditional Buildings” by the national government and is a member of the “Most Beautiful Villages in Japan” association.
The primary industry is agriculture and fisheries; in particular, the fishing industry encompasses not only capture fisheries—ranging from large-scale fixed-net fishing by seafood companies to individual fishermen using longlines and pole-and-line methods—but also aquaculture of fish such as “buri” (yellowtail) and “tai” (sea bream), and other aquaculture practices. Since ancient times, the yellowtail caught in the town’s fixed nets has been known as “Ine Buri” and is counted among Japan’s three greatest varieties of yellowtail.