【Weekday Exclusive】Miyajima West Coast: Indulge in a Luxurious Lunch Cruise on Raft-Style Boat HANAIKADA

【STORY】

Visit the western coast of Miyajima, a sacred island where the gods reside. Embark on a lunch cruise aboard the unique raft-style lounge ship, HANAIKADA, the only one of its kind in Japan, offering a 90-minute seafront dining experience in the untouched natural beauty off Miyahama Onsen. Create unforgettable memories with loved ones before or after staying at Miyahama Onsen or exploring Miyajima.

■ Japan's Only Raft-style Lounge Ship, HANAIKADA
Launched in 2020, HANAIKADA is a one-of-a-kind ship, resembling a raft that floats in the waters off Miyajima. With a concept of a raft-like structure close to the sea surface, it features a glass-encased building and terrace area, creating a space for 12 passengers surrounded by the serene atmosphere typical of the Seto Inland Sea.

The setting for this plan is the Ono Seto, known for its calm waters, even within the tranquil Seto Inland Sea. On days with calm seas, the water appears like a mirror, creating a mesmerizing scene. Sailing through the Ono Seto on this ship allows you to harmonize with the Seto Inland Sea, step onto the terrace, and enjoy the slowly passing time, forgetting the hustle and bustle of daily life.

■ Experiencing the Power of the "Island Where the Gods Reside" Unique to Miyajima's West Coast
While the eastern side of Miyajima, with Itsukushima-jinja Shrine, is considered the cultural zone, the western side, the location for this plan, is the natural zone, where ancient untouched nature remains. Observing the unspoiled west coast gives a sense of why Miyajima has been referred to as a place where "gods reside." This is likely the same scenery that Kukai (Kobo Daishi), Monk of the Heian Period(794-1180), and Oda Nobunaga once admired on Miyajima.

Moreover, the cruise includes a sea visit to one of the Nanaura-jinja Shrines (Seven Shrines), the Mitoko-jinja Shrine. It is considered a sacred place where a deity was temporarily enshrined during the construction of Itsukushima-jinja Shrine. Enjoy the charm of Miyajima different from the bustling tourist spots.

■ Indulge in the Essence of Travel – Food – Enjoyed on the Sea
The approximately 90-minute cruise is accompanied by a lunch, creating a vibrant time with the combination of the sea's location and cuisine.


◯Lunch menu
Hamburger steak, pasta (*It will be a daily menu from tomato sauce and cream sauce.), salad, baguette, coffee or tea after the meal, dessert
*Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. (for allergies, religious reasons, etc.)

◯Drink service (local cash, card, electronic payment)
Beer/Sake/Shochu/Highball/Gin and soda/Wine
*You can order a single item or all-you-can-drink.
*Water, tea, coffee, and black tea are free services

* In this plan, 1% of the selling price will be allocated to cleaning activities for safe mountaineering and environmental conservation efforts.

【HIGHLIGHTS】 

• This is a cruise tour on the special raft-type ship HANAIKADA on Ono Seto Sea, where oyster rafts float on the water.
• Enjoy the fantastic and beautiful scenery of the World Heritage Site Miyajima, also known as "God's Island," all to yourself from the sea!
• With little difference in elevation from the sea surface, HANAIKADA allows you to relax and feel the Seto Inland Sea on the spot.
• The sight of oyster rafts floating in the sea is a special scene that can only be seen here.
• Cruise along Miyajima's untouched west coast, enjoying panoramic views and the Nanaura-jinja Shrine visits.
  

【PRICES】

14,600 yen (tax included) per person

【SCHEDULE】

[11:20]　Assembly and departure (Travel by car)
[11:30]　Arrive at the port・HANAIKADA departure
[11:45]　Lunch cruise starts
[13:30]　Return to the port
[13:40]　End at Erbe

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration：Approx. 2 hours
• Minimum number of participants：2 people
  
• Meeting point：Erbe Annex 1
  4-3-19, Okishioya, Hatsukaichi-shi, Hiroshima 739-0443 [MAP]
  
• Access：
  By car： About 40 minutes from Hiroshima City / About 15 minutes from JR Miyajimaguchi Station
  By train：From Hiroshima Station, take the JR Sanyo Main Line to Onoura Station (about 35 minutes) – Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Onoura Station.
  *We offer car transportation to JR Onoura Station.
  
• Tour conductor for 24 hours：No
  
• Language support：Japanese, English
• Meals (included in a tour fee)：Yes（Breakfast：0, Lunch：1, Dinner：0）
• Included：
  ・Cruise
  ・Lunch on HANAIKADA (including coffee or tea after your meal)
  ・Transportation from Onoura Station to Erbe (meeting point)
• Items to bring：Please bring lunch for children (the age of 5 and younger) as it's not arranged.
• Clothes：Please wear shoes that are easy to walk in (please refrain from shoes with high heels)
• Participation requirements：
  ・Over 6 years old
  ・Free at the age of 5 and younger
  
• Free Wi-Fi：Yes
  
• Toilet：Yes
• Other things to note：
  ・The cruise is shared with other customers. If you are late due to your circumstances, there is a possibility of departure without waiting.
  ・The cost of drinks ordered on board is not included. Please place individual orders on-site.
  ・Please contact us in advance for allergy information.
  ・In the event of cancellation due to inclement weather, we will notify you by 3:00 p.m. the day before to the email address you registered at the time of application. In such cases, a full refund will be issued.
  ・Please take care of waterproof measures for your smartphone on your own.
  ・Please be aware that the natural conditions such as weather, sea conditions, tides on the day of the event, and health of participants may lead to changes in the course.
  ・Depending on the situation, the end time of the experience may vary.
  ・If you are bringing children, please ensure they are supervised by a guardian. (If there are concerns about boarding due to illness or other reasons, please consult in advance.)
  

【TOUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS】

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Check [TOUR TERMS AND CONDITIONS]（Japanese）

【TOUR PLANNER AND CONDUCTOR】

Regional Branding Institute Co., Ltd.
Aqua Terrace UⅡ Bldg., 8F, 2-20-3 Kaminarimon, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 111-0034
Travel Agency registered with a Tokyo Governor 2-7547
A regular member of All Nippon Travel Agents Association

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

10 to 8 days before the departure date of the tour　20%
7 to 2 days before the departure date of the tour　30%
The day before the departure date of the tour　40%
On the day of the departure date of the tour　50%
After the tour departed, No show　100%