Route & Fares
The return trip up and down the river, guided by a boatman or woman, takes about 90 minutes. At the turnaround point, about 20 minutes is allowed for walking a little further into the gorge, and throwing “undama” to make a wish. On the return journey, you can enjoy the boatman or woman singing “Geibi Oiwake”.
Route
Daigeibi-gan
A giant cliff 124 meters high, located at the furthest part of Geibi Gorge.
Undama
There are 10 undama: destiny, longevity, fortune, connections, wishes, romance, love, bonds, income, and assets. You can buy three for 100 yen.
Wishing Hole
It’s said you’ll get good luck if the undama you throw goes in the hole.
Sofu-gan Rock & Shofu-gan Rock
These giant rocks face each other from opposite sides of the Satetsu River, resembling a married couple.
Shishigahana (Lion's Snout)
This strangely-shaped rock looks like a lion's snout, and is the source of Geibikei Gorge's name.
Fares
| General public | Groups of 15 or more | Groups of 100 or more | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adults | 1,800 yen | 1,620 yen | 1,440 yen |
| Elementary school-age children | 900 yen | 810 yen | 720 yen |
| Small children (3 years and older) | 200 yen | 200 yen | 200 yen |
* Includes consumption tax
- No discount applies for mixed groups of adults, elementary school children and small children.
- Reservations required for groups of 15 or more.
- Departures may be increased depending on the number of people.
- Boats may be operated for groups as required.
- Kotatsu boats operate from December to February.
- Reservations are not required for “kotatsu” boats, but are required for orders of hotpot dishes.
- Boats are barrier-free and can accommodate passengers using wheelchairs.
- Pets (medium-sized dogs, cats) on leases may ride for 200 yen. Pets are not permitted when the boat is covered with a plastic roof.
Timetable
Boats operate 365 days a year.
* Service may be suspended due to weather conditions.
* During busy periods, extra tours may be added as needed
| April 1- November 5 | November 6-10 | November 11-20 | November 21-March 31 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 | 8:30 | 8:30 | _ |
| 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 | 9:30 |
| 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 | 11:00 |
| 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 | 13:00 |
| 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 | 15:00 |
| 16:00 | 15:30 | _ | _ |
Inquiries & Reservations
Geibi Tourism Center (Reservation Center)
467 machi,Nagasaka,Higashiyama-cho,Ichinoseki-shi,Iwate 029-0302,Japan
TEL +81-191-47-2341 FAX +81-191-47-3288