ShimaneLeisure

Kukedo Sightseeing Cruise Boat (潜戸観光遊覧船)

Flow of the course

About 90 min here

About 15 min to the next stop

Next stop: Take a break before swimming and breathe in the sea air at a small inlet lined with fishing boats

About this spot

A group of sea caves you tour by sightseeing boat departing from Kaga Port (加賀港) on the north coast of the Shimane Peninsula (島根半島). The boat glides through Kyu-Kukedo (旧潜戸, Old Kukedo) and Shin-Kukedo (新潜戸, New Kukedo) — openings carved into the rock face by years of wave erosion — letting you enjoy up close the light streaming into the caves and the distinctive rock formations. The dramatic, steep coastline of the Shimane Peninsula seen from the boat is also worth the trip, and the experience gives you a real sense of the clarity of the sea you're about to swim in. It's just a short drive from Sabu Beach (小波海水浴場), making it a perfect detour to start the day.

Tips

Boats depart from the pier at Kaga Port (加賀港), with a round trip taking about 20 to 30 minutes. The fare is around 2,000 yen for adults (discounts available for children), though it can vary by season, so it's best to check locally. The boat rocks, so parents should hold small children's hands firmly.