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About this site
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Q.Can you also reserve a shared boat?
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A. You cannot make reservations for a shared boat on this site. This site deals exclusively with charter reservations.
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Q.Why do you recommend charter boats?
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A. It is not necessary to concern yourself with other passengers.
Families with children can freely enjoy karaoke and the like.
You can also freely choose the departure time and plan etc.
Charter reservations
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Q.Up to how many people can board?
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A. This is available for groups of 2 to 130 people. We will arrange the perfect boat for you after hearing your request.
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Q.Is it really possible to charter the boat with just 2 people?
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A. Yes, we will search for a suitable boat for you. We hope you will enjoy a luxurious cruise where you can feel like royalty.
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Q.Can you board the boat without a reservation?
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A. It is a completely prior reservation-based system. Therefore, you will need to pay in advance.
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Q.I would like to use the service tomorrow. Is that possible?
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A. It may be possible if you book by 11:00 the previous day. Please feel free to discuss your requirements with us.
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Q.Between what hours are the departure times?
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A. You can choose any time between 10:00 and 19:00.
Yakabune Facilities etc.
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Q.Can we use the Yakatabune on rainy days? Isn’t it cold in winter?
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A. A As it has a roof, there is no problem.
You can spend your time singing karaoke onboard.
It is equipped with heaters, so you will not be cold, even in winter.
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Q.Will the boat shake around? I am worried about sea sickness.
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A. As you are in a bay, there will be relatively little turbulence. If you are concerned, we recommend taking medicine for motion sickness before getting onboard the boat.
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Q.Is it okay for me to bring small children?
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A. Yes, it is fine. As it is a charter boat,
you will not need to worry about other customers.
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Q.Can I take a stroller or suitcase onboard?
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A. It is a charter boat, so this will be no problem.
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Q.Does it have a toilet?
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A. Yes, it does. All boats are equipped with clean, flushable toilets and sinks.
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Q.Can I change to a chair, rather than needing to sit on the tatami floor?
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A. Yes, you can change to a chair. Please let us know when you make your reservation.
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Q.Can I smoke onboard?
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A. Smoking is not permitted inside the boat, but there is a smoking area on the deck.
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Q.Can the staff onboard speak foreign languages?
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A. Basically, they will provide support in Japanese, but they will also provide courteous support to passengers whose native language is not Japanese as well.
If you have any problems, you can call us at any time.
Canceling your reservation
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Q.Is there a cancelation fee?
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A. Yes, there is. This is written in the reservation confirmation.
In case of cancelation, we shall refund the amount minus the cancelation fee.
COVID-19 measures
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Q.Please tell me what measures you are taking against COVID-19.
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A. The following measures are being taken on the partner Yakatabune.
- 〇 Ensuring that those onboard wear masks and wash their hands
- 〇 Clean the interior of the boat with alcohol-based disinfectant
- 〇 Constant ventilation provided by opening windows
- 〇 Placing of an acrylic plate on the tables
- 〇 Serving food individually rather than on a large platter.
