ABOUT
About this spot
The "Gurutto Matsue Horikawa Meguri" slowly circles the roughly 3.7 km moat around National Treasure Matsue Castle in about 50 minutes. While listening to the atmospheric guide of the boatman, you can view the stone walls with a history of over 400 years, gardens showing beautiful seasonal faces, and samurai residences from the water. The highlight of this boat tour is the "roof lowering," where the boat's roof automatically lowers as it passes under low bridges. The experience of passengers ducking down together is a unique attraction found only here. With cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring, fresh greenery in summer, vivid autumn leaves in autumn, and the warm "kotatsu boat" appearing in winter, there is fresh wonder in any season you visit. The scenery of the castle town, full of historic charm, is ideal for family trips, making memories with friends, and calm solo strolls. Experience the leisurely flow of time on this boat tour, a symbol of Matsue, the city of water.
Last updated March 28, 2026