Ine-no-Funaya is a large cluster of traditional fishermen houses, located in Ine town, Kyoto prefecture.
Sightseeing of Ine-no-Funaya houses by a pleasure boat around Ine bay.
Seagulls approaching around the pleasure boat
There are said to be approximately 230 Funaya houses on the water's edge along Ine bay.
The Funaya houses as seen from offshore seem to be floating on the sea.
In Ine town 'Funaya' means a 'garage' of boats.
The Ine-no-Funaya is designated as an important preservation district of historic buildings.
1st floor is a garage of boats, 2nd floor a residence.
The fish preserve floating in Ine bay are for the cultivation of yellowtail.
The yellowtail cultivated in Ine bay is popular for the taste close to the natural yellowtail.
Seagulls skillfully catch foods thrown by tourists on the boat.
video (20 sec) Sightseeing of Funaya by the pleasure boat playing with seagulls
End of Ine no Funaya houses. return to List of scenic sites visited
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