Kure Bay Battleship Tour (Hiroshima)
- Take a 35-minute cruise on a sightseeing boat to see submarines and escort ships up close!
- The docked ships vary depending on the day, so you can enjoy a different view each time.
- Enjoy the unique scenery of Kure from the sea.
What to expect
Kure was once known as the "best naval port in the Orient" and is a major base for the Maritime Self-Defense Force, along with Yokosuka Port in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Cruising while viewing the powerful warships up close is a unique attraction of Kure.



Reviews
My visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum was a profound experience. The overall flow of the exhibits was well-planned, and the content was rich and educational. The presentation of artifacts, videos, and text truly helped visitors grasp the weight of history and the importance of peace. The museum environment was clean and comfortable, making for a smooth visit without feeling overly crowded. Booking through Klook was also very convenient, saving time on ticket queues. Overall, it's a thought-provoking attraction well worth visiting, and I highly recommend setting aside time to go.
Redemption was easy; I just went to the site to exchange for a physical ticket. It was a rare and wonderful experience to see the Japan Self-Defense Forces ships up close.
The products are good, the prices are reasonable, they are easy to find, and worth buying... The products are good, the prices are reasonable, they are easy to find, and worth buying...
By keeping to the schedule, it was a great ship tour without any crowds. I've wanted to visit Kure for many years, and the ship tour was absolutely fantastic!
A great short 45min boat tour. We saw many ships and submarines. The tour is conducted in Japanese, but we were given a booklet in English to give us the information about the ships. Recommend.
The tour is entirely in Japanese, but we were aware of that. There were many ships to see, and it was very interesting. Although we accidentally booked for a different time, we were still able to use the voucher for a later slot. Thank you again for that.
It happened to be a rainy day, and although we could only stay inside the boat cabin, there was still plenty to see!
The Kure Port Warship Cruise is definitely worth it! We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance to secure your seats and avoid long lines at the site. During the cruise, you'll get an incredibly close-up view of the magnificent Japanese Self-Defense Force warships and submarines. It's a unique experience that military enthusiasts and tourists absolutely shouldn't miss!
Not bad, worth seeing. You can get there directly from Hiroshima by JR.
It's very convenient; you can exchange your tickets directly at the counter, saving time from waiting in line to buy tickets on-site. Plus, it guarantees you a spot on the boat. Highly recommended for those taking a harbor cruise in Kure City.
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