A brand-new AR (Augmented Reality) experience has launched on the popular Shimoda Harbour Cruise, offering a captivating journey through history. Step aboard and feel as if you’ve travelled back in time to the closing days of the Edo period, witnessing the arrival of the legendary Black Ship in Shimoda.

Simply point your smartphone and behold—an impressive 78-metre-long Black Ship emerges before your eyes! Sailing as if alongside your cruise boat, this dynamic virtual vessel offers a thrilling spectacle. With a tap on your screen, you can even trigger interactive effects such as billowing smoke or cannon fire. It’s an immersive way to experience history like never before.

To enjoy the AR experience, just scan the onboard QR code using an iPhone or iPad—no need to download a special app or pay any additional fees.

[Start Date]
From Friday, 25 July 2025

[Cruise Times]
From 9:10am to 3:30pm (11 cruises daily / approx. 20 minutes per cruise)

[Compatible Devices]
iPhone and iPad only (Android not supported)