What is the difference between the Nakasu Cruise and the Hakata Bay Cruise?

The Nakasu Sightseeing Cruise stays along the Nakagawa River through the city centre, passing Canal City Hakata and the Nakasu district. The Hakata Bay Cruise extends further northwest out to Hakata Bay, where you'll also see PayPay Dome and Fukuoka Tower.

Why are there weekday-only and all-days ticket options?

The Monday-to-Thursday tickets are typically priced differently from the all-days options, which also cover Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays. Choose the option that matches your travel dates.

Do I need to print my ticket?

No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted at the boarding point.

Is the cruise available during the evening?

The supplier indicates cruises run by day and by night, so evening departures are available — check the departure times when selecting your date.

What language is the live commentary in?

The supplier has not specified commentary languages. We recommend contacting us before booking if this is important to you.

Nakagawa River Cruise in Fukuoka

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Duration

30 min

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Open-deck sightseeing cruise

Live onboard commentary

Not included

Food and drinks

Hotel transfers

Meeting point

Nakagawa River Cruise, 6-3-1 Nishinakasu, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, Japan

Make your way to the Nakagawa River Cruise boarding point in Nishinakasu, Chuo Ward. Present your mobile ticket at the pier before departure — no printing required.

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What to bring

Mobile ticket (screenshot or live)
Comfortable layers — open decks can be breezy on the water

Know before you go

Children under 7 must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 16 or over at all times.

The cruise operates on an open deck — dress for the weather and expect a breeze on the water.

Select the correct ticket for your travel day: weekday-only tickets are not valid on Fridays, weekends, or public holidays.

Departure times are shown during the booking step — check these match your plans before confirming.

Good to know

Group sizeSuitable for solo travellers, couples, and families

AvailabilityWeekday and all-days options available

CommentaryLive onboard commentary included

Nakagawa River Cruise in Fukuoka

Nakagawa River Cruise in Fukuoka

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