Tokyo Water Buses 東京水上バス（浅草）

Water buses are the most scenic way of getting from Asakusa to the serene Hamarikyu Gardens or the very modern Odaiba shopping area. Cruise the Sumida River on the futuristic Hotaluna and Himiko ships, or opt for colorful yet more traditional vessels.

There are several points where you can embark, but the most convenient are in Asakusa , Hamarikyu Gardens and Odaiba Seaside Park .

From Asakusa : the pier is a one-minute walk from Asakusa Station, right beside the Azumabashi Bridge.

From Hamarikyu Gardens : the boarding point is actually inside the garden, which has a 300 yen entrance fee. Follow the signs posted throughout the park.

From Odaiba Seaside Park : boats stop about a five-minute walk from Odaiba Seaside Park and Tokyo Teleport stations.

Water buses on this line depart from Asakusa every 30 minutes and stop at Hamarikyu and Hinode Pier before returning to Asakusa . A roundtrip takes around 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Hop on the strikingly modern Hotaluna boat, and enjoy the view from the water as you make your way between Asakusa and the shopping mecca of Odaiba. The cruise departs every two hours, connecting Asakusa to Hinode Pier and Odaiba Seaside Park . A one-way journey takes about 60 minutes.

This line connects Hinode Pier and Odaiba Seaside Park , with departures every 45 minutes.

Sit back and watch Tokyo's skyline and bridges pass by on this leisurely sightseeing cruise. A full roundtrip takes two and a half hours, but you can decide to disembark at any of the stops, such as Ryogoku or Odaiba Seaside Park . Check the Tokyo Mizube Cruising Line website for exact departure times.

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