[Morning set] Depart from Otsu port, Michigan60
*This plan is a 60-minute cruise on the Michigan departing from Otsu Port (9:40 a.m. / with morning set). *This service is suspended during the winter season (January 6 - March 7, 2025 *Except for the year-end and New Year holidays). ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ [Dedicated page for prepaid plan] Please pay in advance by credit card at the time of reservation. After the payment is completed, you can change or cancel your reservation by yourself. (until 3:00 p.m. one day before the date of use) ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ A thoughtfully curated breakfast plate with a variety of tastes to enjoy. Please enjoy a relaxing breakfast with a view of Lake Biwa, away from the hectic daily life. *Morning set is not included for infants. If you need it, please select “Morning Set (single item)” additionally. *Meals will be served at either the 1F restaurant or the 2F restaurant. (You cannot choose the restaurant venue or seating.) *Please note that Bianca or other vessels may operate in lieu of Bianca during the inspection period or when the ship is chartered. *Bianca will operate from mid-January to early March due to the regular inspection of the Michigan. Please note that other vessels may operate in place of Bianca.
Days of Week
Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
1 hours
Adult (include Morning set)
JPY 4,000
Child (include Morning set) (ages 6-12)
JPY 2,800
Paid infants (boarding fee only, no Morning set) (ages 6 & under)
JPY 1,200
Free infants (1infant free per 1adult, no Morning set) (ages 6 & under)
JPY 0
Morning set (single item)
JPY 1,600
Highlights
Highlight #1
A 60-minute cruise to enjoy Lake Biwa on a refreshing morning!
Highlight #2
Also good for brunch! Breakfast set to enjoy at the ship's restaurant!
Highlight #3
An exhilarating cruise with a 360-degree panoramic view of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake
Outline
Schedule
Pickup / Checkin
Boarding procedures
Please be at the port 20 minutes prior to departure. Please inform the Otsu Port ticket counter your name and check your reservation. After completing boarding procedures, please relax in the waiting room until boarding begins. The boarding gates will open 10 minutes before departure.
9:40
Departure
The Michigan Cruise is about to embark on its maiden voyage. The Michigan Crew will guide you to the restaurant. Enjoy an elegant morning on board!
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ①The view from the Sky Deck
From the Sky Deck on the 4th Floor of the boat, you can encounter a panoramic view of Lake Biwa. Enjoy the magnificent view of Lake Biwa.
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ②Taking pictures in various photo spots.
The Michigan is full of photo spots. The ship has an extraordinary theme, with gorgeous interior including luxurious carpets and chandeliers that any photo you take can turn into to a piece of art. We also recommend the observation room where you can see the wheelhouse. We also have trick art exhibitions on the 4th Floor. In addition, the Michigan, which is also known as Japan’s first lover’s sacred place as a ship, has a “hidden heart mark” somewhere!!
“Michigan” Tourist attraction ③Entertainments performed by pursers
During the cruise, crew members called the Michigan Purser will provide on-board information, sightseeing information, and furthermore performing in live. Events vary by season, so you can enjoy different performances at other times of the year.
10:40
Arrival at the Otsu Port
After a 60 minute cruise, you will return to the Otsu Port. We hope you enjoyed the wonderful cruise on Lake Biwa. Please enjoy sightseeing in Shiga and Lake Biwa after this tour.
Checkin Times / Locations
Michigan Cruise (Otsu Port/Lake Biwa Steamship)
Please be present at the Otsu Port (5-1-1 Hamaotsu, Otsu City) at least 20 minutes prior to departure. Weekends and holidays can be more crowded than weekdays so please allow some extra time to your arrival.
Plan Information
What's Included
- Boarding fee (free seating)
- Morning set (include coffee or tea)
- Entertainments on-board (Free tour)
Requirements
- Customers with reservation through our website in advance must also come to the ticket window for check-in.
Restrictions
- No food or drinks are allowed on-board.
- No smoking in any area on-board.
- This page is for prepaid only.
Additional Info
- Change or cancel of reservation can be done online through our website. (by 12:00 of the previous day)
- For cancellations after 12:00 of the previous day, you must call the [Lake Biwa Cruise Reservation Center] TEL 077-524-5000
- Refunds for cancellations vary from credit card company to credit card company. Depending on the date of cancellation and the timing of the credit card company's deadline, the amount may be deducted from your account once. In such cases, the credit card company will refund or offset the amount at a later date. Please contact your credit card company for the refund date and method.
- <Access &Parking Lot> https://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/access/otsu/
- <Payment on-site> Otsu Port, Imazu Port, Nagahama Port: JCB, VISA, AMEX, MASTER, NICOS, Diner’s Club, Union Pay, ICOCA, PITAPA, Edy Card, electronic money and QR payments (some exceptions) are available. In addition, transportation IC cards cannot be recharged at the counter, so please recharge in advance. Other Ports: Cash only. On-board Michigan: Cash + PayPay only.
- <Luggage service> There are coin lockers at the waiting room of Otsu Port, if necessary.
- <Customers with infants> We have a room for breastfeeding and diaper changing. For more information, ask the cabin crew or refer to the guide map.
- <Wheelchair accessibility> Wheelchair access available from 1F to 3F (1F-3F/Elevator, 1 barrier-free toilet available on 1F) 4F Sky deck accessible by stairs only.
- <Wheelchair accessibility> 2 Barrier-free toilets available at Otsu Port Terminal.
- Bicycles may not be brought on-board.
- Free Wi-fi available on-board. (Lake Biwa Free Wi-fi) However, there maybe connection problems depending on the route, signal condition, and etc.
Cancellation Policies
0%
1 day before to 12:00
50%
1 day before to 17:00
After 17:00, 1 day before
100%
Participation Date