Hakkoda-maru Memorial Ship, Museum ship at Yanakawa Port in Aomori, Japan
The Hakkoda-maru Memorial Ship measures 132 meters in length and features multiple decks showcasing the interior of a functioning train ferry.
Between 1964 and 1988, this diesel-powered vessel transported trains, passengers, and cargo across the Tsugaru Strait between Aomori and Hakodate.
The museum contains detailed dioramas depicting Aomori Station life during the 1950s, highlighting the connection between maritime and rail transportation.
The vessel opens daily from April through October from 9:00 to 19:00, and November through March from 9:00 to 17:00, with admission fees of 510 yen.
Visitors can explore the original vehicle deck where trains were loaded, the engine room with eight 1600-horsepower engines, and the navigational bridge.
Location: Yanakawa
Inception: July 31, 1964
Official opening: July 1990
Length: 132.04 m
Website: https://aomori-hakkoudamaru.com
GPS coordinates: 40.83161,140.73639
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:40
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