The Hikawa Maru is a famous historic ship from Yokohama, Japan. Built in 1930, the Hikawa Maru was one of Japan's most luxurious passenger ships and was used for regular sailings between Yokohama and the West Coast of the United States. Known as the “Palace of the Seas,” the Kashikawa Maru was a luxurious ship that hosted many famous people. Today, it is open as a museum where visitors can tour the ship's cabins, dining room, cockpit and other areas to learn about the ship's history and luxurious seafaring life. The Kashikawa Maru is not only one of Yokohama's landmarks, but also carries a lot of history and culture about Japan's maritime transportation.