Aboard the Goldfish Boat

Cruise along the Sumida river

Anonymous Oct 05, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>A bright orange goldfish lantern stands as a welcoming sign to visitors.</p>

<p>The goldfish boat docks at Nihonbashi (Japan bridge). </p>

<p>The goldfish boat welcomes aboard the passengers.</p>

<p>The delicate goldfish lanterns, a traditional Japanese folk art, are hanged all around the boat.</p>

<p>Kakigoori (Japanese flavored shaved ice) is served to passengers as a cooling treat.</p>

<p>There are many Japanese firms located along the banks of Sumida river. This one has a unique architectural design.</p>

<p>Bandai, a famous Japanese toy company, stands mightily along the banks of Sumida river.</p>

<p>Japanese bridges are a must see while on a cruise in Sumida river.</p>

<p>The bridges, aside from showcasing Japanese engineering excellence come in unique colors and styles.</p>

<p>A train passes above the Sumida river.</p>

<p>The gentle glow of the sun's rays reflect on the river's waters as it slowly sets in the horizon.</p>

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.