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[Prepaid] Depart from Otsu port, Michigan90 cruise (Free seating)

・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ [Dedicated page for prepaid plan] Customers applying from this page are requested to 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 (by 3:00 p.m. one day before the date of use). (Until 3:00 p.m. the day before the date of use) Customers who apply with various book discounts or have various discount coupons or membership cards, please apply from the following page. https://biwakokisen.book.ntmg.com/products/51928306-c945-52e4-99dc-3820427f71f6?lng=ja Please note that discounts cannot be applied on the day of use after payment has been completed. ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ This plan is a 90-minute Michigan cruise (unreserved seating) from/to Otsu Port. Departures at 11:00 and 13:00 [Anniversary special offer] A can badge will be given to children celebrating their birthdays https://www.biwakokisen.co.jp/season_event/51911/ Please note that Bianca or other vessels may operate in lieu of Bianca during the inspection period or when the vessel is chartered.

  • Days of Week

    Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat

  • Duration

    1.5 hours

  • Adult

    JPY 3,200

  • Child (ages 6-12)

    JPY 1,600

  • Free infants (1infant free per 1adult, no Lunch buffet) (ages 6 & under)

    JPY 0

  • Paid infants (boarding fee) (ages 6 & under)

    JPY 1,600

Highlight

  • Highlight #1

    An exhilarating cruise with a 360-degree panoramic view of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake

  • Highlight #2

    A dedicated purser will liven up your cruise with on-board guidance and performances!

  • Highlight #3

    Relax yourself and have a pleasant 90 minute trip!

  • Highlight #4

    Various beautiful photo spots for your SNS

Outline

  • Schedule

  • Pickup / Checkin

    • Boarding procedures

      Please arrive at the Otsu port 20 minutes prior to departure. Tell the ticket counter at the Otsu port that you have a reservation and your name. You will need to exchange your boarding ticket. After completing the boarding procedures, please relax in the waiting room until boarding begins. 10 minutes before departure, the boarding gate will open.

    • 11:00

      Departure

      Now it is time to start your cruise on the Michigan. The Michigan, a paddle steamer with a bright red paddle, will take your breath away.

    • “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. Please 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 ③Snack & Bar

      The Michigan is also a restaurant ship. You can enjoy a hamburger or a drink while observing the Lake Biwa. ※Reservations for lunch at the restaurant are available through a different package.

    • “Michigan” Tourist attraction ④Entertainments 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.

    • 12:30

      Arrival at the Otsu Port

      After a 90 minute cruise, you will return to Otsu Port. We hope you enjoyed the wonderful cruise on Lake Biwa. After the morning cruise, you will have enough time to enjoy sightseeing other areas of Shiga and Lake Biwa in the afternoon.

Plan Information

  • What's Included

    • Boarding fee (free seating)
    • Entertainments on-board (Free tour)
  • Restrictions

  • Additional Info

    • Change or cancel of reservation can be done online through our website. (by 15:00 of the previous day)
    • For cancellations after 15:00 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 Nursing Room and space for changing diapers. 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.
  • Minimum Participants

    • 1
  • Cancellation Policies

    0%

    1 day before to 12:00

    50%

    1 day before to 23:59

    After 23:59, 1 day before

    100%

    Participation Date

Reviews

Average Rating

4.6(10)

  • 5-star

    6

  • 4-star

    4

  • 3-star

    0

  • 2-star

    0

  • 1-star

    0

  • Family

    4.4(5)

  • Couple

    5(1)

  • Friend

    4.7(3)

  • Solo

    5(1)

  • Work

    0(0)

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Customer Reviews

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Solo

    とても楽しかったです。

    初めて乗船しました。小説でモデルになっていたので、楽しみにしていましたが、晴れていたこともあり景色もよく、船内でのショーも観客も楽しめるようになっていたので、想像以上に満足度の高いものでした。

    ハラダ

    Posted Date: 2025/10/20

  • 4

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Family

    初めてのミシガンクルーズ

    大人2人、子ども(小学生と幼児)3人 初めてのミシガンクルーズ 大人1人で幼児無料はとても良心的でよかったです。 平日ということもあり自由席のみで好きなところに座れました! 船員の方も笑顔で出迎えてくれて船内で行われるショーもとても楽しかったです!私たち家族しか子連れがいなかったので子ども全員にバルーンが貰えてとても喜んでいました。 また子どもがグズって泣いてるときも自然と声をかけて下さりとても快適な船旅が出来ました。 また滋賀県に伺うことがあれば今度はバイキングも付けてみたいなと思いました。

    ずらこ

    Posted Date: 2025/10/14

  • 4

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Family

    船内イベント

    クルーズの後半に開催される 音楽イベントが楽しいです

    匿名

    Posted Date: 2025/10/13

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-10

    Couple

    ミシガンクルーズ

    最高に楽しかったです。 是非また行きたいと思います。

    長井

    Posted Date: 2025/10/12

  • 5

    Participation Date: 2025-09

    Friends / Colleagues

    楽しめました。

    海外からのメンバーと一緒に乗船しましたが、すごく喜んでもらえました。 SHOWTIMEも楽しめて良かったです。

    しん

    Posted Date: 2025/09/29

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  • Adult

    JPY 3,200

  • Child (ages 6-12)

    JPY 1,600

  • Free infants (1infant free per 1adult, no Lunch buffet) (ages 6 & under)

    JPY 0

  • Paid infants (boarding fee) (ages 6 & under)

    JPY 1,600