Stargazing Cruise

Name: Stargazing Cruise
Brand: KKday
SKU: 665295

Japan

Booking confirmed 2 day(s) after ordering

Duration:3 hour(s)

Guided language: 日本語

Free cancellation

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Leaving the city lights behind, we head out into the dark sea off the coast of Monbetsu aboard the Garinko III IMERU.

This is a special one-day cruise where you can gaze up at the summer night sky from the sea.

[The starry sky you can enjoy off the coast of Monbetsu]

We will observe the summer night sky, including the Perseid meteor shower, the Summer Triangle, and the Milky Way, from the open sea where there is little artificial light.

[A dedicated guide provides easy-to-understand explanations.]

A dedicated guide will show you how to find constellations and enjoy the night sky. Even beginners and children can enjoy stargazing.

[A nighttime trip to the sea aboard the Garinko III IMERU]

We boarded the Garinko-go, which has a completely different atmosphere than during the day, and set sail for the waters off Monbetsu. The time spent sailing out into the dark sea is also a unique experience of this cruise.

[You can also enjoy the planetarium before departure.]

Those who wish to do so can participate in a planetarium show at the Hokkaido Prefectural Okhotsk Sea Ice Science Center from 16:30 to 17:00. This allows them to learn about the constellations they will be observing that day before boarding the ship.

[Perfect for creating summer memories with your family]

Searching for stars with your children or experiencing the ocean at night is a great way to create lasting summer vacation memories.

*The visibility of stars and meteors will vary depending on the weather and cloud conditions on the day. We cannot guarantee that you will be able to observe them.

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Leaving the city lights behind, we head out into the dark sea off the coast of Monbetsu aboard the Garinko III IMERU.

This is a limited-time stargazing cruise on August 15th, where you can gaze up at the summer night sky from aboard a ship.

Off the coast of Monbetsu, the boat's lights are dimmed, leaving only the footlights necessary for safety, and you can observe the starry sky while listening to explanations from a dedicated guide.

Highlights include the Perseid meteor shower, the Summer Triangle, and the Milky Way. Guides will provide easy-to-understand explanations on how to find constellations and enjoy the night sky, making it enjoyable even for first-time stargazers and children.

The Garinko icebreaker sails across the night sea, with the summer starry sky stretching above.

Enjoy a special summer moment under a starry sky that's a little different from what you see from the ground.

[About planetarium visits]

Those who wish to do so can participate in a planetarium show at the Hokkaido Prefectural Okhotsk Sea Ice Science Center "GIZA" before departure.

Meeting time: Until 16:20

Viewing time: 16:30 - 17:00

Location: Hokkaido Prefectural Okhotsk Sea Ice Science Center "GIZA"

Free participation

After the viewing, please make your own way to the Garinko-go boarding area.

[Stargazing Cruise]

Boarding reception: 18:30 - 19:00

19:00-19:15

Guided stargazing event (optional participation) at the Marine Exchange Center parking lot (near Seal Land)

Boarding begins: Scheduled for 19:15

Departure: 19:30

Return to port: Scheduled for 20:30

Cruise duration: Approximately 60 minutes

*The visibility of stars, meteors, and the Milky Way will vary depending on the weather, cloud cover, and sea conditions on the day. We cannot guarantee that specific stars or meteors will be visible.

Garinko III IMERU at anchor

We're heading to the waters off Monbetsu aboard the Garinko III IMERU.

Front deck

3rd floor lounge

What You Can Expect

Duration: 3 hour(s)

1 Day

16:20
Drift Ice Science Center Planetarium Meeting Time *Participation in the planetarium is optional.
16:30
Planetarium show begins
17:00
Planetarium show ends.
17:00
After the viewing, you will have free time. Please make your own way to the Garinko-go boarding area.
18:30
Garinko-go registration now open
19:00
Registration closed
19:00
Stargazing event - Open to all - Approximately 15 minutes Location: Seal Land parking lot
19:15
Boarding begins (scheduled)
19:30
Departure
20:30
Return to port. After returning to port, there will be an optional stargazing event.
21:00
Stargazing event concluded.

How to Use

On the day of departure, you will complete the boarding procedure at the ticket counter. Please present the voucher issued by KKday at the reception. For those residing overseas, you are required to fill in your passport number during the boarding procedure. You do not need to present your original passport. For those residing in Japan, you do not need to provide your passport number. To board, you are required to submit a passenger manifest that you will fill out on the day of departure. You will not be able to board if you do not submit the passenger manifest. Customers residing in Japan should present their voucher and fill in the required information on the passenger manifest. A passport is not required. Customers residing overseas should present their voucher and fill in the required information and passport number on the passenger manifest. You do not need to present your passport at the reception.

How to Use Your Voucher

Please present the e-voucher on-site

Experience Location

Location Name: Japan, Hokkaido, Monbetsu City, Marine Exchange Center (Garinko III IMERU boarding area)

Address: 1 Marine Park, Monbetsu City

How to Get There

The meeting and boarding registration is at the Garinko-go boarding ticket counter inside the Marine Exchange Center (Garinko Station). [Stargazing Cruise Registration] Registration Time: 18:30 - 19:00 Boarding Start: 19:15 Departure Time: 19:30 Upon arrival, please tell the ticket counter your reservation name and complete the boarding procedures. Registration closes at 19:00, so please arrive with plenty of time to spare. Those arriving by car can use the parking lots around the Garinko-go boarding area. [For those participating in the planetarium] Please arrive at the Hokkaido Prefectural Okhotsk Drift Ice Science Center "GIZA" by 16:20. Planetarium viewing is from 16:30 to 17:00. After the viewing, please proceed to the Marine Exchange Center (Garinko Station) on your own and complete boarding registration between 18:30 and 19:00. *Participation in the planetarium is optional. *The Drift Ice Science Center "GIZA" and the Garinko-go boarding area are separate facilities. *Please allow ample time for your journey, as arrival may be delayed due to road conditions, etc.

Business Hours

Monday 08:30–17:30

Tuesday 08:30–17:30

Wednesday 08:30–17:30

Thursday 08:30–17:30

Friday 08:30–17:30

Saturday 08:30–17:30

Sunday 08:30–17:30

8:30 AM to 5:30 PM are the company's normal business hours.

Our customer support hours are from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

On the day of your visit, please arrive at the ticket counter at the Garinko-go boarding area by the meeting time (18:30-19:00) indicated in your reservation details.

The event may be canceled due to weather or sea conditions.

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