Travel in Tokushima
Oboke Gorge sightseeing boat
Oboke Gorge sightseeing boat · Oboke Gorge Pleasure Cruise · 大歩危峡観光遊覧船
Take a boat for Oboke Gorge views from below. Follow the river for about 30 minutes and return to the original landing stage.
Boat operator’s fares and boarding guide 2026 fare-change notice Tourism-association parking and access
Visitor information at a glance
Admission
From 1 September 2026, boat fares are JPY 1,800 for adults or JPY 900 for children aged 3 through primary school. The tourism association’s remaining JPY 1,500 adult figure predates the increase; use the operator’s fares.
Opening hours and closed days
Services run as needed 09:00–17:00, last departure 16:30. No regular closing days; individuals/groups use the boat without reservations. The ride takes about 30 minutes; ticketing and waits are extra.
What can I see at Oboke Gorge sightseeing boat?
See the gorge along the river
Look up at gorge walls as the boat follows the river. Return to the same landing stage afterwards.
How to get to Oboke Gorge sightseeing boat
Tourism guidance gives about 25 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by car from JR Oboke Station to Obokekyo Mannaka. If driving, park at the facility in Nishi-u, Yamashirocho, Miyoshi City. Buy tickets at the ground-floor counter and go to the landing stage. From your accommodation, check driving time and parking conditions using its actual address.
Boat operator’s fares and boarding guide Tourism-association parking and access
Before you visit
Check river levels and wind
Strong winds, heavy rain or high water may cancel sailings. Low water may shorten the route; check the operator’s on-the-day guidance.
Questions about Oboke Gorge sightseeing boat
Must I reserve the Oboke boat?
Individuals and groups buy tickets without reservations at the ground-floor counter. Allow time for tickets and walking to the landing stage before boarding. Weather and water levels may cancel or shorten sailings.
Sources and dates checked
- Boat operator’s fares and boarding guide ·
- 2026 fare-change notice ·
- Tourism-association parking and access ·
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