River Cruise / Matsukawa Sightseeing Boat

Matsukawa Historical Cruise

The "Matsukawa Sightseeing Boat (Matsukawa Historical Cruise)" takes you on a leisurely boat trip along the Matsukawa River, which flows through the heart of Toyama City. The boat follows the old course of the Jinzu River, which once protected Toyama Castle.

The cruise departs from and returns to "Matsukawa Chaya" within Toyama Castle Park. During the approximately 30-minute cruise, you will visit seven bridges with the guidance of a unique captain.

In spring, the area is adorned with a pink tunnel of approximately 530 cherry trees stretching for about 2.4 km, selected as one of "Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots." The fresh greenery of early summer and the vibrant autumn foliage are also highlights, as the water's surface is colored by the changing seasons.
Even in the heart of the city, you'll experience a sense of the extraordinary.

Before and after boarding, take a break at "Matsukawa Chaya," located next to the boarding area.
Toyama Castle offers sweets such as matcha parfaits and red bean mochi, as well as light meals, making it a relaxing rest stop during your sightseeing.

Sign at the Matsukawa sightseeing boat dock

Basic Information

Start time	[Operating period] From late March to summer in 2026 [Operating hours] 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM from May 8th)　 Due to seawall repair work following the Noto Peninsula earthquake, service will be suspended from early autumn (service will resume in late March 2027). Service suspended in case of rain. Service may also be suspended on extremely hot days (35°C or higher). We will announce this on X's "Service Information" page.
Acitivity Time	Approx. 30 hours
Usage Fees	[Spring Cruise Period] 🌸March 20th to April 25th, 2026 Adults (12 years and older, excluding elementary school students): 3,000 yen, Children (3 years old to elementary school students): 1,500 yen However, outside of the blooming season, the price is 2,000 yen for adults and 1,000 yen for children. Please check the Matsukawa Sightseeing Boat website for the definition of "in bloom." [Outside of the Spring Cruise period] Adults 2,000 yen, children 1,000 yen 10% group discount available for groups of 15 or more. *For more details, please check the website below.
How to Apply	Please register at the reception desk on the day of the event.
Contact	(Reservations) Toyama Sightseeing Cruise 076-425-8440

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Facility information

Name	Matsukawa Sightseeing Boat
Address	1-34 Honmaru, Toyama City
Phone	076-425-8440
Opening hours	[Operating period] From late March to summer in 2027 [Operating hours] 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM from May 8th)
Holiday	Mondays, the day after a public holiday, and during rainy weather. Closed during winter, but open every day during the cherry blossom season.
Parking	No dedicated parking available. Please use the underground parking lot at the castle ruins park. *Alternatively, please use a nearby paid parking lot. For further information, please read https://matsukawa-cruise.jp/access/
Access	From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the tram bound for "Minami-Toyama Station" (approximately 5 minutes) → Get off at the "Sakurabashi" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes. From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the tram "Circular Line (Centram)" or the tram bound for "University Front" (approximately 3 minutes) → Get off at the "Prefectural Office Front" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes. Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Toyama Station (South Exit) Approximately 15 minutes from the Toyama Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway towards the city center.
Official Website	https://matsukawa-cruise.jp/
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