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A thorough comparison of factory night view cruises.
[Kawasaki/Yokohama] 2026 Edition
Last updated: July 2, 2026
What is the Factory Night View Cruise?
The Factory Night View Cruise is a popular night cruise that allows you to view the illuminated factories and industrial complexes of the Keihin Industrial Zone (Kawasaki and Yokohama) up close from the deck of a ship.
The plant's lights and chimney silhouettes, illuminated in the darkness, create a fantastical scene, almost like something out of another world.
In recent years, courses have emerged that allow you to enjoy this view in conjunction with the night view of Yokohama Minato Mirai, which has been selected as one of Japan's "New Three Great Night Views," making it increasingly popular as a date spot and photography location.
Tabi Plus One allows you to compare and book five Factory Night View cruises departing from Kawasaki and Yokohama, based on price, departure point, and duration.
[Price and Area-Based] Factory Night View Cruise Comparison Chart
| Course name | Factory Night View + Minato Mirai Night View Cruise | Factory Night View in a Seabass Ace | Factory Night View Jungle Cruise | Kawasaki Factory Night View Yakatabune (traditional Japanese houseboat) Cruise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fee | ￥4,400～ | ￥4,500 | ￥6,000 | ￥4,000 |
| Operating days | Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | Friday, Saturday, Sunday | Saturday and Sunday | soil |
| Departure point | YokohamaPier Elephant's Trunk | YokohamaHammerhead [Shinko Pier] | YokohamaRed brick pier | KawasakiKawasaki Station (in front of Nikko Hotel) |
| Organizing company | Rec System Co., Ltd. (Rec Travel) | Port Services | Reserved Cruises | Chohachi Shipping Co., Ltd. |
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List of Factory Night View Cruise Bus Tours
>A tour of the Keihin Industrial Zone, starting from Yokohama
Guaranteed departure for 1 person or more! Factory Night View + Yokohama, one of Japan's New Top 3 Night View Cities! Night view of Minato Mirai
Convenient boarding with departures near the station! Enjoy a double treat: Factory Night View and the night view of Minato Mirai!
Yokohama, recognized by the Night View Tourism Convention & Bureau as one of Japan's New Top Three Night View Cities! We've revamped our tour courses to help you enjoy the Minato Mirai night view even more.
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Date
- Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Meeting place
- Pier Elephant's Trunk
- Capacity
- 60 people
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ￥4,400～
- Children (6 to 11 years old)
- ￥2,750～
A set course that includes recommended dining options.
Popular restaurants in ChinatownKinkoro
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥9,900～
- Children (6 to 11 years old)
- ¥8,250～
A long-established Western-style restaurantWestern-style Caesar
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥9,020～
- Children (6 to 11 years old)
- ¥7,370～
Famous curry restaurantSun Aloha
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ¥9,130～
- Children (6 to 11 years old)
- ¥7,480～
Factory Night View Jungle Cruise
Factory Night View Jungle Cruise ☆ ~Winner of the 1st Kanagawa Tourism Award~
A guide will take you on a live tour of the Keihin Industrial Zone's Factory Night View!
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Date
- Saturday and Sunday
- Meeting place
- Pier Red Brick
- Capacity
- 50 people
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ￥6,000
- Children (ages 3-11)
- ￥3,800
Take a SEABASS ACE to Factory Night View!
~A mysterious world of light like something out of science fiction~ Kawasaki Factory Night View: A luxurious cruise with 360-degree views from the rooftop.
Bring your own food and drinks, and our navigators will guide you in a fun and engaging way.
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Date
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Meeting place
- Hammerhead [Shinko Pier]
- Capacity
- 50 people
- Adults (12 years and older)
- ￥4,500
- Children (ages 6 to elementary school)
- ￥3,000
Factory Night View Bus Tour
Tokyo Restaurant Bus Kawasaki Factory Night View Course: "An evening to enjoy French cuisine, alcohol, and the Factory Night View"
"Kawasaki Factory Night View" is highly recommended for first-timers! Why not enjoy a French course meal and drinks while gazing at the fantastical Factory Night View from our two-story restaurant on wheels?
Enjoy authentic French cuisine, drinks, and a fantastic factory night view all at the same time!
- Duration
- Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes
- Meeting place
- JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi Exit, in front of Marunouchi Building
- Minimum number of participants
- 10 or more people
- One person
- ￥10,800～
Starting from Kawasaki, a tour of the Keihin industrial zone
Kawasaki Factory Night View Yakatabune (traditional Japanese houseboat) Cruise
On-site commentary will be provided by a Kawasaki Factory Night View navigator!
Easy access with shuttle service from Kawasaki Station.
- Duration
- Approximately 3 hours (including bus travel)
- Date
- Saturdays, and Sundays are available from July to September.
- Meeting place
- In front of the Nikko Hotel at the east exit of Kawasaki Station
- Capacity
- 40 people
- adult
- ￥4,000
- Elementary school student
- ￥3,000
Highlights and ways to enjoy the Factory Night View cruise
Highlights
The rugged power and nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere that only a still-operating factory can offer. The Factory Night View cruise allows you to fully experience the raw energy of the workplace itself, rather than a manufactured landscape.
- The illuminated chimneys spewing flames and the intricate network of pipelines.
- A sense of distance that can only be experienced from a boat traveling between factories.
- The Yokohama course allows you to enjoy the night view of Factory Night View and Minato Mirai at the same time.
How to enjoy
- Stepping out onto the outer deck, you can enjoy the unobstructed night view and the breeze.
- You are free to take photos with your camera or smartphone (tripod use may vary depending on the course).
- The air is clearer in winter, making the night view even more vivid.
- On rainy days, the wet roads and facilities reflect the light, creating an even more fantastical scene.
Recommended for people like this
- For those who love night views and extraordinary scenery
- For those who want to take photos of scenery that will look great on social media.
- For those who want to have a special experience on a date or anniversary
Reasons why departing from Kawasaki is recommended
This is the closest departure point to the Keihin Canal area, the heart of the Kawasaki Factory Night View.
Since the factory complex appears almost immediately after boarding, this is recommended for those seeking a powerful and close-up view.
Reasons why departing from Yokohama is recommended
The Yokohama Factory Night View also tours the same Keihin Canal area, but since it departs and returns to the Yokohama side, it's easily accessible, and depending on the course, you can also enjoy the night view of Minato Mirai, which has been selected as one of Japan's "New Three Great Night Views." It's popular with first-timers and couples.
Highlights and photo spots
A representative factory night view spot in the Keihin Industrial Zone
The Keihin Industrial Zone is home to numerous factories and plants, including those of Toa Oil and JFE Steel's East Japan Works.
Here are some of the most representative spots.
*The actual sights you can see will vary depending on the course. For detailed information on the highlights you can see on each course, please check the participant reports or the detailed pages for each course.
Toa Oil
The blazing flames (flare stacks) are particularly famous. It's an impressive sight that symbolizes the Keihin Industrial Zone.
JFE Steel East Japan Works
This is one of the few steel mills bathed in orange light. Its unique hue, reminiscent of the heat of the blast furnaces, is truly captivating.
Resonac Kawasaki
The lights of the intricately interwoven pipelines create an exquisite spectacle woven from countless lights.
Kawasaki Natural Gas Power Plant
The silhouette of a power plant floating on the night sea. The lights reflected on the water's surface create a fantastical atmosphere.
Tonen General Sekiyu
The oil refinery, with its layers upon layers of chimneys and plants, creates a deep, three-dimensional night view.
Higashi Ogishima Oil Terminal
A row of oil tanks lined up in an orderly fashion. The unified arrangement of light creates a beautiful spot.
Daikoku Pier
The port area is lined with gantry cranes that resemble giraffes. Their unique silhouette is a popular attraction.
TEPCO Yokohama Thermal Power Plant
A large-scale power generation facility illuminates Yokohama Port. The sheer scale of the spectacle is a major highlight.
Tsurumi Tsubasa Bridge
The bridges along the Keihin Canal are illuminated, offering a different kind of elegant light display compared to Factory Night View.
Umi-Shibaura Station
This is a rare JR station located within a factory site, offering direct views of the Factory Night View from the platform. It's a popular spot for railway enthusiasts.
Asahi Kasei
A chemical plant with countless pipes and pipelines intricately interwoven. You can enjoy a world straight out of a science fiction movie.
ENEOS Holdings
An oil refinery with massive oil tanks lined up in an orderly fashion. The lights of the regularly spaced tanks are striking.
Photography tips
- Even with a smartphone, you can take beautiful photos if you have "Night Mode" and "Pro Settings".
- For SLR cameras, aim for a shutter speed of 1/60th of a second or faster to minimize camera shake.
- Because the boat will rock, it is recommended to shoot handheld or with your elbow fixed rather than using a tripod (tripod use may vary depending on the course).
- To make the most of the factory's orange light, adjust the white balance from "auto" to "slightly towards incandescent" to create a better atmosphere.
- Many routes offer a closer view of the factories during the middle to later stages of the journey, as the ship enters the deeper parts of the canal, rather than immediately after departure.
Experience Report | Tabi Plus One Staff Members Actually on Board
Factory Night View Minato Mirai Cruise
Tour operatorPort Services
Kawasaki Departure - Kawasaki Factory Night View Yakatabune (traditional Japanese houseboat) Cruise
Tour operatorChohachi Kaiun
Factory Night View Exploration Tour on a Carnivorous Transport Boat
Tour operatorKeihin Ferry Boat
Factory Night View Jungle Cruise
Tour operatorReserved Cruises
Factory Night View+PLUS
Tour operatorLectravel
Frequently Asked Questions about Factory Night View Cruises
- What is the Keihin Industrial Zone?
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The Keihin Industrial Zone is a general term for the industrial area spanning from Ota Ward in Tokyo to Yokohama City in Kanagawa Prefecture, and within that area...Lights of the factories in Kawasaki's Keihin Industrial ZoneEnjoy the "Factory Night View Cruise"!
With factories lining the canal, this is the quintessential Kawasaki Factory Night View tour, offering a spectacular close-up view of the impressive Factory Nightscape while cruising!
- Will it still run even in the rain?
- BasicallyThe event will proceed rain or shine.The cruise will only be canceled if the shipping company determines that safe operation is difficult due to severe weather or other reasons. In the event of a cancellation, we will contact you via the email address or phone number you registered when making your reservation.
- Are there any seats available?
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There are seats available,Seating is generally unreserved.Since people are divided between inside and outside the ship, there is generally enough seating available. However, if it rains and everyone goes inside, there may not be enough seats for everyone.
However, all ferry companies recruit passengers with a margin of safety above their capacity, so you won't feel too cramped. Please be considerate of others and take turns enjoying the night view, especially if it rains.
- What are the differences between each cruise?
- Departure locations, ship sizes, and fares vary depending on the shipping company. While all cruises offer the opportunity to enjoy a Factory Night View, the atmosphere varies depending on the departure location, sailing time, and ship size. Please note that meals are generally not included, so compare departure locations, times, and prices to choose the course that best suits your preferences.
- Does the ship have a toilet?
- All ships are equipped with toilets. You can board with peace of mind, even if you are traveling with small children or on a long cruise.
- Can I go outside the ship?
- Ships generally have an outboard deck.While you can enjoy the night view from inside the ship, stepping out onto the deck allows you to experience the Factory Night View up close. It's also highly recommended for those who enjoy taking photos.
- Are meals included? Can I bring in my own food and drinks?
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Meals are not included,Bringing in food and drinks is permitted.is.
However, please be considerate of other customers.Please refrain from bringing alcoholic beverages on the "Yakatabune (traditional Japanese houseboat) cruise."Please be aware of this in advance.
- I'm worried about getting seasick...
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Because the boat travels through canals, the ride is less bumpy than on the open sea, making it a relatively safe route for those prone to seasickness.
On windy days or after passing another ship, waves can easily form, and you may feel the boat rocking.
If you are prone to seasickness, taking motion sickness medication beforehand will allow you to enjoy the Factory Night View cruise with greater peace of mind.
- Does it still look beautiful even when it's cloudy?
- While it's generally said that night views look their best in the clear winter air, that's not necessarily true when it comes to Factory Night View!
In the case of Factory Night ViewThe thicker the clouds, the more the factory lights reflect off them, painting the entire sky orange.With typical night views, cloudy or rainy weather can make visibility poor and the night scenery tends to be hazy,Enjoyable even on cloudy daysThat's one of the reasons why Factory Night View is so highly recommended!
- What should I wear in winter?
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From late October onwards, it gets quite chilly out at sea! It's convenient to have some layers of clothing that can help regulate your body temperature.
The ship is heated.However, you will likely be going outside the ship at times, so in winter, be sure to bring warm clothing such as down jackets and gloves!
