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Amanohashidate has been admired for centuries and is ranked among the three most scenic and beautiful views in Japan. It is a pine-covered sandbar that spans the mouth of the bay in the scenic, coastal region of northern Kyoto Prefecture.
Viewed from the mountains at either end of the bay, the Amanohashidate Sandbar is regarded as the pathway between heaven and earth. Visitors can explore the sandbar by rental bicycle, and go on sightseeing cruises around the bay or enjoy the sand beaches along the sandbar.

Ine is a beautiful, unique town located in the Ine Bay in northern Kyoto Prefecture, about 15 kilometers north of Amanohashidate. This working town has a long and rich history as a fishing village and is regarded as one of the most charming villages in Japan.

The unique aspect of Ine are its "funaya" meaning "boat houses". These traditional waterfront buildings contain garages for boats on their first floors and residential space on the upper floors. Today there are over 200 "funaya" remaining along the bay which have been lasting for centuries. The best way to see Ine and its "funaya" houses is from the sea. We offer private sea taxis operated by local fishermen.

Tour Itinerary:

8:00 Leaving The Junei Hotel
9:00 Visiting shopping area in the northern part of Kyoto called Tango
10:30 Arriving at Amanohashidate
10:30-13:30 Free time
14:00 Arriving at Ine (visiting "funaya", Brewery tour, sightseeing cruises)
17:00 Visiting sea food souvenir shop
17:30 Leaving Amanohashidate
19:30-20:00 Returning to The Junei Hotel (drop offs at other places are possible)