A late-afternoon sunset cruise from Matsushima. Transforming the vessel into a "floating restaurant," guests learn from authentic Shiogama sushi chefs to craft their own Temaki (hand-rolled) sushi featuring "Sanriku Shiogama Higashimono" tuna. Savor hand-rolled sushi paired with fine local sake before dismissal at Shiogama Port.
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The Highlight
・Exclusive Tuna & Sake Pairing: Savor top-grade autumn/winter "Higashimono" bigeye tuna alongside curated local sakes. ・Floating Restaurant & Sunset Views: Enjoy an extraordinary dining experience as you craft sushi and sip local sake amid sunset views over Matsushima Bay. ・Hands-On Temaki Sushi Workshop: Learn directly from authentic chefs from Shiogama—a renowned sushi town—to make your own hand-rolled sushi on board. ・Interactive Scenic Transit: Elevates standard transit between Matsushima and Shiogama into an engaging culinary activity.
The Experience
Designed as an engaging evening activity following daytime sightseeing in Matsushima, this cruise turns transit into an interactive culinary journey. Operating aboard Marubun Matsushima Steamship’s "Asuka," the vessel serves as a floating restaurant against the backdrop of Matsushima Bay's sunset. On board, guests receive hands-on instruction from professional chefs from Shiogama to craft Temaki (hand-rolled) sushi using premium "Sanriku Shiogama Higashimono" tuna and local fresh catch. Savor your custom rolls paired with curated local sakes, finishing with disembarkation at Shiogama Port.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Dinner
- 16:00Gather at Marubun Matsushima Steamship Terminal (Matsushima Town)
- 16:15Board Marubun Steamship "Asuka" (One-way sunset cruise in Matsushima Bay with main sushi dinner featuring "Higashimono", local sake pairing, and hands-on Temaki sushi workshop)
- 00:00Arrival at Shiogama Port; walk to JR Hon-Shiogama Station with staff guidance & dismissa
Price Details
How to Use
- Please provide your order number on-site.
Purchase Notice
・This is a one-way cruise from Matsushima to Shiogama (does not return to Matsushima). ・After disembarkation, staff will guide you to JR Hon-Shiogama Station.
・Please strictly adhere to the 16:30 meeting time for boarding and safety procedures. ・Cruise operations and routes may change or be canceled due to weather or sea conditions. ・Motion sickness medication is recommended prior to boarding if you are prone to seasickness. ・Alcohol will not be served to guests under 20 years of age (alternative beverages provided).
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 8 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 1 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)