Boat racing, a water sport. Experience the thrill of a boat race at Miyajimaguchi – a new tourist attraction!
【Highlights】
Experience the thrill and excitement of boat racing up close. First, in a private setting, you'll receive a detailed lecture from staff members on the history of boat racing in Japan, the mechanics of boat motors, and how to buy betting tickets. Even first-timers can participate with confidence. Afterward, you'll have the opportunity to actually purchase betting tickets. More than just gambling, this is a thrilling water sport experience, a unique Japanese entertainment experience. Furthermore, we'll have a special opportunity to see actual racing boats up close. You can even wear a racing uniform and take commemorative photos with a real boat. Please note that the proceeds from boat racing are used for community contribution projects in Hatsukaichi City and Otake City, including medical care, education, and social welfare. Enjoy a meaningful experience that contributes to the local community while having fun.
[Itinerary]
12:00 Lecture on what boat racing is, basic rules, and how to enjoy boat racing
12:30 Commemorative photo session on a real racing boat that has been brought ashore
13:00 Experience purchasing boat tickets while enjoying Hiroshima's local specialties in a private room with a spectacular view overlooking the boat races and Miyajima (with expert advice)
14:00 End
[Details]
- Excellent location at Miyajimaguchi, making it easy to stop by before or after sightseeing in Miyajima
- Experience the appeal of boat racing not only as public gambling, but also as a sport
- Participation contributes to social good as the profits are returned to the community
INFORMATION
- date
- Boat race days (approximately 200 days per year)
- Start time
- 12 o'clock
- Target age
- 20 years of age or older
- Travel time
- 2 time
- Number of participants
- 10 to 40 people
- price
- 3,000 yen per person (Price as of March 2026)
Price includes: Admission fee, activity fee, catering fee
- Meeting place
- Miyajima Boat Race Track
- address
- 1-15-60 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
- Phone Number
- 082-241-1059
- Fax number
- 082-247-5203
- email address
- eiwa-rbm@mountain.ocn.ne.jp
- Number of parking spaces
- 800
- Parking fee
- Weekdays: 1,000 yen; Weekends and holidays: 1,500 yen
- Parking notes
- Open 24 hours. If you present a 1,000 yen boat race ticket purchased on the same day and your parking ticket at the information desk at the main venue or PALBOAT Miyajima, your parking ticket will be processed for free.