島村渡船, River ferry in Isesaki, Japan
The Shimamura Ferry crosses a 400-meter section of the Tone River, connecting different parts of Isesaki City in Gunma Prefecture.
Operating since the mid-Edo period, the ferry served as a municipal transportation system under Shimamura Village management until the Meiji era.
The ferry played an essential role in the daily life of local residents, particularly for students who used it to reach South Middle School until the 1960s.
From 2018 until its closure in 2022, the ferry operated exclusively during spring through autumn, with service interruptions during high water levels or strong winds.
The vessel underwent modernization in 1990 with the installation of an engine, though oars remained in use near the docking areas.
Location: Isesaki
GPS coordinates: 36.25111,139.24472
Latest update: March 11, 2025 02:13
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