Japan’s Largest Lake:
“Mother” Lake Biwa
| Located approximately 10 km east of the city of Kyoto, Lake
Biwa is Japan's largest lake. It has a total area of approximately
670 km2 and a circumference of approximately 235 km. Its
average depth is approximately 41 meters and deepest point
approximately 104 meters. The total volume of water it holds is
27.5 billion m3. The lake supports an abundance of life and
industry across a wide area. It is also one of the oldest lakes in the
world, calculated at over four million years old. This mother lake
is considered a sacred natural environment, and is home to over
50 unique species of flora and fauna. Its name appears many
times over in historical accounts as a popular stopping point on
overland travel routes, and the area has numerous historical sites,
including ancient shrines, temples, and castle remains. The
islands on the lake and mountains that surround it provide
beautiful scenery that has enchanted visitors throughout the ages.
Even the famous haiku poet of the Edo period, Matsuo Basho,
wrote a poem about Lake Biwa. Experience the exquisite beauty
and great scale of the lake by taking a cruise on the Michigan ship.
You are guaranteed to enjoy yourself. |
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4 Michigan Cruise Courses to
Choose from
Enjoy a refreshing morning cruise
“Michigan Morning”
Enjoy a leisurely meal and a show on the 90-minute
“Michigan 90”
Enjoy a lighter excursion around the lake on the 60-minute
“Michigan 60”
Enjoy the night view, evening meal and a show on the
“Michigan Show Boat”
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Michigan Morning
& 90 & 60 |
Michigan Show Boat |
On the “Sky Deck”
of the Michigan
with the fun crew |
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Michigan Morning
Adults: ¥2,700 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥2,200 / Children: ¥1,350
Adults: ¥3,700 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥3,200 /
Children: ¥1,850 |
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Departs Otsu Port |
(※1)
Otsu Prince Hotel port |
(Cruising) |
Arrives Otsu Port |
Cruise Schedule |
| （1） |
10：50 |
（ 10：25） |
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11：20 |
Leaves daily from March 14, 2010 to January 10, 2011
Leaves on Sundays / public holidays from January 11 to March 11, 2011 (winter) |
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Michigan 90
Adults: ¥2,700 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥2,200 / Children: ¥1,350
Adults: ¥3,700 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥3,200 /
Children: ¥1,850 |
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Departs Otsu Port |
(※1)
Otsu Prince Hotel port |
(Cruising) |
Arrives Otsu Port |
Cruise Schedule |
| （1） |
11：45 |
（ 12：10 ） |
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13：15 |
Leaves daily from March 14, 2010 to January 10, 2011
Leaves daily from January 11 to March 11, 2011 (winter) |
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13：40 |
（ 14：05 ） |
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15：10 |
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Michigan 60
Adults: ¥2,200 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥1,800 / Children: ¥1,100
Adults: ¥3,200 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥2,800 /
Children: ¥1,600 |
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Departs Otsu Port |
(※1)
Otsu Prince Hotel port |
(Cruising) |
Arrives Otsu Port |
Cruise Schedule |
| （1） |
15：30 |
（ 15：55 ） |
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16：30 |
Leaves daily from March 14 to November 30, 2010, and January 1 to January 10, 2011
Also runs on other days if a group reservation for 20 persons or more is made |
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16：45 |
（ 17：10 ） |
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17：45 |
Leaves on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from April 29 to
November 30, and daily from July 17 to August 31
(excepting the date of the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival)*3 |
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Michigan Show Boat
Adults: ¥2,900 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥2,400 / Children: ¥1,450
Adults: ¥3,900 / Junior or senior
highschool students*2: ¥3,400 /
Children: ¥1,950 |
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Departs Otsu Port |
Cruising |
Arrives Otsu Port |
Cruise Schedule |
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18：30 |
（ 18 ： 55 ）～（Cruising）～
（ 20 ： 40 ） |
21：00 |
Leaves on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from April 29 to
November 30, and daily from July 17 to August 31
(excepting the date of the Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival)*3 |
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Cruises may be unavailable due to being reserved or due to events. Please check our homepage or call in advance to check. |
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A port call is made to the Otsu Prince Hotel port only when there are passengers wishing to embark or disembark. (If using this port, be sure to inform staff when making your reservation.) |
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Please present your student identification. |
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The cruise runs on other days if a group reservation for 20 persons or more is made. *Not all trips will feature a show time; please inquire in advance. |
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● Boarding charges displayed are valid as of March 14, 2010.
* The Bianca also sometimes operates.
* Please inquire for group rates. |
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