Discover Kyoto’s Scenic Waterways with a Special Boat Stamp Rally!
From September 1 to December 6, 2026, a unique regional event titled “New Route Connected by Gosen-in! Kyoto Marutto Stamp Rally” is taking place across Kyoto Prefecture!
This rally invites visitors to explore 8 famous water transport spots throughout Kyoto, ranging from coastal cruise ships along the Sea of Japan to traditional riverboats in Arashiyama, Uji, and Fushimi.
Event Highlights
- Limited Edition Commemorative “Gosen-in” Gift: Collect all 8 stamps across the designated spots to receive a special 4-piece interconnected “Gosen-in” (boat seal) featuring a traditional Kyoto screen painting design (limited to the first 400 participants).
- Travel Across Kyoto’s Diverse Regions: Experience a unique side of Kyoto stretching from northern coastal areas (Maizuru, Amanohashidate, Ine) to central historical canals (Okazaki, Fushimi) and scenic rivers (Hozugawa, Uji).
- Free to Participate: Stamp sheets are free to pick up at participating spots and tourist information centers.
Designated Stamp Points (8 Operators / 9 Locations)
- Shin Nihonkai Ferry (Maizuru Ferry Terminal)
- Maizuru Port Sightseeing Boat (Red Brick Museum)
- Tango Kairyiku Transportation (Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat / Ine Bay Cruise)
- Okazaki Canal Jukokubune Cruise (Lake Biwa Canal Museum)
- Lake Biwa Canal Boat (Lake Biwa Canal Museum)
- Fushimi Jukokubune Boat (Fushimi Yume Hyakushu)
- Ujigawa Cormorant Fishing & River Cruise (Uji City Tourist Center)
- Hozugawa River Boat Ride (Hozugawa Boarding Site)
Event Details & Information
- Period: September 1 (Tue) – December 6 (Sun), 2026
- Admission: Free participation (Fares for boats and transportation fees apply separately).
- Rally Sheet Distribution: Available at all Stamp Points, Kyoto Tourist Information Center “Kyonavi” (inside Kyoto Station), and online.
