🇯🇵 Kyoto by the Sea • Ine no Funaya (Ine Boat Houses)

#summervacay A peaceful seaside village that feels like a scene straight out of a Studio Ghibli movie. Here’s how to enjoy a full day in Ine — complete with must-dos, insider tips, and even a time-saving route! 🛥️ Take a Scenic Boat Cruise + Feed Seagulls Hop on the sightseeing boat and don’t forget to buy shrimp crackers for just ¥100 to feed the seagulls! But be warned — eagles may swoop down to snatch them too! 🦅 ☕ Visit the Seaside Instagrammable Café Direct sea views, great for relaxing and shooting content. Highly recommend trying the salty vanilla ice cream — a local specialty! 🍦 📸 Enter a Boat House Interior (¥200) This is THE spot for stunning photos. Step inside to see how people live with the sea right beneath their floors — uniquely Japanese and unforgettable. 📮 Stamp Your Way Through Ine Visit Ine Post Office deep inside the village to collect the scenic commemorative stamp. It’s about a 30-minute walk but totally worth it for stamp collectors and slow travelers. 🎁 Shop Local at the Tourist Center Before you explore, drop by the info center to grab 3D fridge magnets, handmade souvenirs, and more. Hot tip: use the 3D magnet as a photo prop for some super aesthetic shots! 🏷️ Hashtags: #kyotobythesea #inenofunaya #hiddengemsjapan #japantravel #seasidevillage