Lake Akan Steamboat Cruise in Hokkaido

Look made it very easy. I just showed the attendant my QR code from the app and was provided the tickets to present at boarding. The ferry ride was absolutely beautiful and relaxing. The time at the marimo observation room was about 15 minutes. It was too short to read all the displays but I just took snapshots to read later. All in all it was a great value for the experience.

Purchasing tickets for the Lake Akan sightseeing cruise through Klook was incredibly convenient. We simply presented the QR code at the pier's ticket counter to quickly exchange it for physical tickets. The process was smooth and easy, completely avoiding long queues or time constraints. Even better, the tickets aren't tied to a specific departure time; you can board any boat before the last one, which offers great flexibility for planning your itinerary. The ability to redeem tickets at either pier is also very convenient for travelers. The cruise ship itself has a modern appearance, and the cabin is clean and comfortable, featuring family seating, a tatami area, and a children's play area. Although there isn't a snack bar, the overall atmosphere is cozy. During the journey, the boat sailed deep into Lake Akan, then circled along the shoreline. The lake water was clear, surrounded by lush green mountains and swaying reeds along the banks, creating a beautiful natural landscape. Midway, we stopped at Churui Island, where I disembarked to visit the Marimo Exhibition and Observation Center. The exhibit showcased various sizes of rare and adorable spherical green algae balls. Although the visit time was limited, I was still able to admire them up close and take photos. Finally, the sightseeing boat slowly returned to the pier, concluding this pleasant lake journey. It's worth noting that in July, the temperature at Lake Akan is only in the low 50s Fahrenheit (around 10-19 degrees Celsius), and with the strong winds on the lake, it feels even colder. If you plan to enjoy the lake view or waves from the outer deck, be sure to bring warm clothing; otherwise, you'll have to view the scenery from inside the cabin through the windows.

Smooth ferry ride on the beautiful lake in summer. Easy to redeem voucher with the staff at the pier.

it was a very lovely boat ride. super enjoyable for my family and I. relaxing and easy :)

A tour of Lake Akan takes approximately 85 minutes. Along the way, you can also land on a small island to see marimo, a unique algae found in Lake Akan. The entire boat tour of Lake Akan is very pleasant, so if you have the opportunity to visit, be sure to take a boat trip on the lake.

The lake tour is really beautiful. Before sitting on the green algae, it will be close to the shore and the green algae will bloom. Then we will return at full speed, so choose the seat on the right. It is highly recommended and you need to exchange the coupon. It may be very fast early in the morning and the price is cheaper than in person.

Lake Akan has two piers where you can get on and off the boat. You will first be introduced while sailing around the lake. Unfortunately, the introduction is only in Japanese. Afterwards, you will stop at the Chlorella Museum Island for about 20 minutes, where you can appreciate its formation.

easy to redeem the tickets. highly recommended. comfortable cruise.

the ride on the lake was nice and refreshing . boat was big with much space . the museum is a small one. great experience

The redemption process is quick and the price is very favorable. 10 points recommended to buy. The scenery is also very beautiful.