Cormorant Fishing with Geisha Entertainment
From ¥508,800 for up to 2 guests · 3 hours
Watch 1,300-year-old cormorant fishing from a private boat on the Nagara River, with geisha performances and dinner.
- Where
- Gifu
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Group size
- 1–6 guests
You watch cormorant fishing, in which master fishermen work with cormorants to catch sweetfish, a tradition of over 1,300 years. The evening begins on the bank of the Nagara River with a talk and demonstration from a fishing master.
A hokan, a maiko and a jikata perform traditional dance and music, and you watch the fishing up close from a private luxury boat, with dinner.
What is included
- Talk and demonstration from a fishing master
- Private boat
- Geisha entertainment
- Dinner
- English-speaking host
Host and place
Hosted by A fishing master
Meeting point Gifu — exact address sent once confirmed
Cancellation policy for this experience
Our standard tour cancellation terms (Terms and Conditions, clause 5) do not apply to this experience. It is run by a partner host, who sets its own conditions:
Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed.
We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed. Please read them before you book.
Good to know
How long is Cormorant Fishing with Geisha Entertainment?
Cormorant Fishing with Geisha Entertainment lasts 3 hours.
How much does Cormorant Fishing with Geisha Entertainment cost?
From ¥508,800 for up to 2 guests. A larger group, up to 6 guests, costs more. We confirm the exact price when we confirm your date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Our standard tour cancellation terms do not apply to this experience: it is run by a partner who sets its own conditions. Free cancellation up to 8 days before the experience date: you get a full refund if we receive your cancellation by 5:00 PM Japan time on that day. After that the booking is non-refundable, and the date and the number of guests cannot be changed. We will remind you of these conditions by email when your booking is confirmed.
How many guests can join?
This experience takes 1 to 6 guests, so it stays small and personal.
Where does it take place and where do we meet?
The experience takes place in Gifu. Meeting point: Gifu — exact address sent once confirmed.
What is included?
Talk and demonstration from a fishing master, Private boat, Geisha entertainment, Dinner and English-speaking host.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your preferred date using the form on this page. We confirm availability with the host and reply within one working day. Nothing is charged at the enquiry stage.
