Escape the city and discover one of Hamamatsu’s most remarkable local traditions with an overnight stay on the shores of Lake Hamana. This immersive experience centers around Takiya Fishing, a nighttime fishing method that has been practiced here for more than a century.
As the sun sets, board a small traditional boat directly from your ryokan’s private dock and head out onto the quiet waters of Lake Hamana. Guided only by the glow of a lantern, you’ll search for crabs and fish hiding beneath the surface before catching them with traditional spears and nets alongside experienced local fishermen.
After the fishing experience, continue to TAKIYA BASE, a floating dining raft anchored on the lake. Here, your catch is transformed into an unforgettable dinner prepared by the fishermen themselves while you relax under a sky full of stars. Sharing freshly cooked seafood in the middle of the lake is an experience found nowhere else in Japan.
When dinner is over, simply board your boat again and cruise back across the peaceful lake to your accommodation—an unforgettable ending to the evening.
Spend the night at Ryokan Inoue, a small family-run inn where life on Lake Hamana still feels authentic and unhurried. After enjoying a traditional Japanese breakfast the following morning, continue exploring the area at your own pace. Lake Hamana is an excellent destination for cycling, lakeside walks, and discovering charming fishing villages long after your fishing adventure has ended.
【Day 1】
Arrive at Ryokan Inoue, a charming lakeside inn overlooking Lake Hamana. Located about a 15-minute walk from JR Bentenjima Station, the ryokan features its own private dock, making it the perfect base for tonight’s fishing adventure. Spend the afternoon relaxing before your evening departure.
As dusk falls, board a traditional fishing boat directly from the inn’s private dock and cruise onto Lake Hamana.
Learn the techniques of this centuries-old local fishing tradition. Using a single lantern to illuminate the water, search for crabs and fish before catching them with traditional spears and nets under the guidance of experienced fishermen.
Head to the floating dining raft, where the fishermen prepare your freshly caught seafood on the spot. Enjoy dinner and drinks while surrounded by the peaceful waters of Lake Hamana and the night sky above.
Cruise back across the lake to your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing overnight stay.
【Day 2】
Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast at the ryokan overlooking the lake.
After check-out, you’re free to continue exploring Lake Hamana. The area is ideal for cycling, lakeside walks, and visiting nearby fishing villages and local attractions at your own pace.
Ryokan Inoue
Suitable for guests with average mobility and comfortable balance on the water.
Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor evening activities
This experience is booked on request. The owner of the experience will respond to the request within 5 days.
| Cancellation Date | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| On the tour date | 100% of the tour price |
| 7 days to 1 day before the tour date | 50% of the tour price |
| After booking confirmation | 4% of the tour price |
Lake Hamana
