Architecture Through the Ages from the Water
Experience Tokyo Architecture Festival 2025, the city's premier
large-scale architectural event.
Cruise along the Sumida, Nihonbashi, and Kanda Rivers to explore the
evolution of stone walls and buildings from the Edo period to the
Meiji era—and into the present day.
This river journey offers a rare opportunity to witness the
historical flow of Japan's architectural treasures while literally
drifting along the currents of time.
It's truly a Time Leap Cruise!
Enjoy breathtaking views from an open-roof boat with nothing to
obstruct the scenery.
This popular course is also a hit with railway enthusiasts!
Perfect for both adults and children—come and experience it for
yourself!
A Journey Through Tokyo's Layers of Time and Space
In a seemingly chaotic landscape where multiple layers of bridges,
expressway piers, and surrounding buildings intersect, a surreal
harmony emerges—mirrored reflections on still waters blur the
boundary between reality and illusion. This extraordinary space,
right in the heart of the city, evokes the sensation of stepping
into an alternate, dreamlike world.
As the cruise moves onto the Kanda River, a refreshing shift
occurs—suddenly, you're surrounded by the legacy of the Tokugawa
era and the tranquil feel of a forested gorge.
Multiple train lines converge in this area, from Ochanomizu to
Kanda, creating a paradise for railway enthusiasts.
On the return route, the boat departs from a pier right at the
edge of Akihabara's hustle and bustle.
We pass Asakusabashi and the Yanagibashi area, once the gateway
for Edo-era gentlemen on their way to Yoshiwara.
Here, traditional boat inns and elegant yakatabune (pleasure
boats) still float, preserving the charm of a bygone era.
Upon entering the Sumida River, the view suddenly opens up.
A short detour upstream reveals the iconic railway bridge of the
Sōbu Line and, standing tall in the background, the majestic Tokyo
Skytree.
After catching a glimpse of the Ryōgoku Kokugikan (sumo stadium),
the boat turns back.
It then passes beneath Eitai Bridge, where the high-rise towers of
Tsukuda Island's River City 21 dominate the skyline.
Entering the Asashio Canal, one can sense the past lives of the
workers who once managed timber yards here.
Further along, the scenery shifts once again as ultra-modern
skyscrapers line the waterfront, asserting their striking presence
in perfect harmony with the river.
Finally, as the boat exits the Asashio Canal, the Rainbow Bridge
appears directly ahead— a breathtaking, 360-degree panoramic
finale to this unforgettable journey through the heart of Tokyo.
Rediscover the beauty of Tokyo's architecture and the rich
cultural history of Edo from the water!
Enjoy unique views of the city's waterfront that can only be seen
on this special cruise.
May 17(Sat) – May 25(Sun)【6 trips operate daily】
1st Cruise WATERS Takeshiba 10:00(deperture)ーIzumibashi Bousai
pier 11:30(arrival)
2nd Cruise Izumibashi Bousai pier 12:00(deperture)ーWATERS
Takeshiba 13:15(arrival)
3rd Cruise WATERS Takeshiba 13:30(deperture)ーIzumibashi Bousai
pier 15:00(arrival)
4th Cruise Izumibashi Bousai pier16:00(deperture)ーWATERS Takeshiba
17:15(arrival)
5th Cruise WATERS Takeshiba 17:30(deperture)ーIzumibashi Bousai
Sanbashi 19:00(arrival)
6th Cruise Nihonbashi pier 20:00(deperture)ーWATERS Takeshiba
21:15(arrival)
Route A (Sailings ①, ③, ⑤)
Waters Takeshiba Pier → Akihabara, Izumibashi BousaiPier (Via Sumida
River, Nihonbashi River, and downstream Kanda River)
Route B (Sailings ②, ④)
Akihabara, Izumibashi Bousai Pier → Waters Takeshiba Pier
(Downstream via Kanda River, Sumida River, and through the Asashio
Canal)
Route C (Sailing ⑥)
Nihonbashi Pier → Waters Takeshiba Pier (Downstream via Nihonbashi
River, Sumida River, and through the Asashio Canal)
Please arrive at the pier at least 10 minutes before departure.
Please arrive at the pier at least 10 minutes before departure.
Please arrive at the pier at least 10 minutes before departure.
To cancel your reservation, please use the URL provided in the
automatic confirmation email.
If you are a registered member, you may also cancel from your My
Page.
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card after deducting the applicable cancellation fee.
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transfer after deducting the cancellation fee and bank transfer
charges.
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Co-hosted by:Tokyo Architecture Festival Executive Committee, Zeal
Co., Ltd., and the General Incorporated Association Takeshiba Town
Design
Sponsored by: Chiyoda City
Contact: ZEAL Co.,LTD.
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