Kyoto | Ine Funaya Japanese-style Photo Tour, Fairy-tale Boat Houses Are Perfect for Photos

My first time bringing my girlfriend to Ine Town, and we were instantly captivated! The boat houses nestled between the mountains and the sea are rustic yet romantic, and every shot looks like a Japanese-style masterpiece. Our 2-day, 1-night trip was both relaxing and fulfilling, so I’m sharing it with friends who want to take photo shoots here～ 🏡 Accommodation Recommendation: Ine Funaya Miyabi Address: 552 Hirata This traditional Japanese boat house feels amazing! The room faces the sea, and you can open your eyes in the morning to see the sparkling water. The biggest surprise was the open-air hot spring on the balcony, where you can soak while enjoying an unbeatable ocean view! Although the breakfast could be more abundant, the Japanese set meal paired with local seafood was truly outstanding～ 📸 Must-visit Photo Spots: ① Ine Funaya Cluster Address: Hirata, Ine, Yoza District Open all day for free visits! Over 230 boat houses built along the water are arranged like building blocks. It’s best to shoot before 9 AM or at dusk when the light is softest. We rented kimonos and strolled the old streets; my girlfriend said every photo looked like a postcard! ② Funaya Balcony Be sure to book a room with a sea-view balcony! In the early morning, open the wooden lattice window and seagulls fly right before your eyes. We even brought a small tea table to the balcony to drink tea, and the silhouettes we captured were incredibly artistic. ③ Fishing Port Pier The fishing port at dusk is full of life; the moored fishing boats and drying nets make perfect backgrounds. The locals are very friendly and even gave up the best photo spots when they saw us taking pictures～ 🍱 Food Bonus: Highly recommend the "Umi no Eki" right across from the Funaya! The freshly caught Ine tuna sashimi is explosively fresh and sweet, paired with local sake. You can eat your fill for about 2000 yen per person. Don’t forget to order the Funaya specialty "Hatahata no Tataki," a unique dish made from local small fish. 💡 Tips: 1. It’s recommended to drive or hire a car, as bus service is limited 2. There’s a big temperature difference between morning and evening, so bring a jacket for photos 3. The boat house floors are old, so walk quietly 4. Kimono rentals require advance reservation My girlfriend was super satisfied with this trip, saying it was even more dreamy than she imagined! The photos we prepared got tons of compliments on social media, and we’re already planning to come back next cherry blossom season～