"The Boat" is a novel written by the famous Japanese writer Yasunari Kawabata. This book tells the story of the interaction between two main characters, a man and a woman, who meet on the river bank during a festival. They decide to go on a visit by boat, which will turn out to be not only expensive for them, but also a hellish ordeal. The author successfully embodies the theme of loneliness, passion, religious symbols and mysticism in the love story of two lonely beings who explore their feelings and relationships. "The Boat" is a thin and deep work that leaves a mark in the hearts of readers, prompting them to think about their own life and love.