Cross the very waters your ship sails — aboard the legendary Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry linking Hakodate on Hokkaido to Aomori on Honshu. Travel in premium comfort on the same storied passage that once defined Japan's north, now a rare and iconic crossing.
What to expect
Board the gleaming Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry in Hakodate and sail the 3 hour 40 minute crossing to Aomori. Premium seating features wide observation windows framing the coastal mountains; on the open deck, binoculars reveal sea eagles and distant Hokkaido peaks. The onboard restaurant serves fresh Tsugaru seafood, including local scallops and uni. Arriving in Aomori, the iconic bay and the glass Nebuta Wa·Rasse museum come into view.
Good to know
Best paired with a morning in Hakodate before boarding. Book tickets directly on the Tsugaru Kaikyo Ferry website well in advance. Check sailing schedules against your ship's all-aboard time — the one-way crossing is 3hr 40min. Passport or ID required for boarding.