Morning: Antarctic research vessel SHIRASE5002 Premium Course (with guide) 10:25 meeting
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SHIRASE is Japanese third generation Antarctic research vessel (called an icebreaker by the Self-Defense Forces) that made 25 round trips between Japan and Antarctica (Syowa Station) from 1983 to 2008.
It is currently moored in Funabashi port, Chiba Prefecture.
Guided tours are offered by former crew members.
This is a valuable place where you can get a real feel for the Antarctic.
[About Barrier-Free Access]
There are no barrier-free facilities.
To board, you must climb a steep staircase, and there are no elevators or other facilities. Please note that for safety reasons, visually impaired people and people in wheelchairs cannot board the vessel. SHIRASE has a place where you can take a virtual tour for those who still want to tour the vessel. You can see the inside of the vessel by visiting the following location, so we appreciate your understanding. https://shirase5002.net/
[Tours may be canceled in bad weather]
Tours may be canceled in advance if winds of 15 m/s or more, a typhoon, or snowfall are expected. In this case, we may cancel your application (no cancellation fee will be charged in this case).
[About inquiries]
Inquiries are accepted by email.
Please contact us via the email address below or the "Inquiries" section on the SHIRASE website.
Email: administrator@wxbunka.com
Website: https://shirase.info/
SHIRASE Office, WNI Meteorological Culture Creation Center, General Incorporated Foundation
Ticket Information
Adults大人(中学生以上)
¥1,300Children小学生
¥600Infant未就学児
¥0More Information
Reservation Deadline
The start of the experience Up to 1 days before
Languages the live guide can speak
What is not included in the experience
WNI WxBunka Foundation SHIRASE Secretariat
Chiba Prefecture Funabashi-shi Takase-cho 2 Keiyo Food Complex South Quay
administrator@wxbunka.com
Precautions
[Boarding Precautions]
SHIRASE is different from your everyday space. There are many dangerous places.
Please be aware of the need to be safe while observing the following precautions.
-There are many dangerous places on the SHIRASE
Please note that you cannot enter any area other than the designated route (except during guided tours and events). The surface of the deck is rough, so there is a risk of injury if you fall. Do not run except in an emergency. There are steep stairs, steps, and narrow passages. Please be careful of your safety when boarding the SHIRASE.
- Requests for infants and elderly people
If you are accompanied by an infant, please hold the child by the hand. If necessary, please escort the elderly.
- What to wear when boarding
People wearing heels, sandals, short skirts, etc. will not be allowed to board. Please be careful as clothes may be blown away by the wind on the deck.
- How to walk outside the ship
At the wharf where the ship is moored, please proceed to the boarding gate within the frame of the orange pole. Also, there is a lot of traffic near the crosswalk, so please check both sides before crossing the wharf. Please be careful as there are places where you may trip because there are reflectors embedded in the road. When you arrive in front of the ship, please climb the stairs to board. Please note that the angle of these stairs changes depending on the tide level.
- Please drink alcohol after finishing the tour
People who are drinking or under the influence of alcohol will not be allowed to board. If you are going to drink alcohol, please do so after the tour.
・Please eat and drink in the designated area.
There are rest areas on board. You can eat and drink there (alcohol is not allowed). There are no smoking areas.
・Once on board, please follow the instructions of the crew.
In the unlikely event of an emergency such as a fire or tsunami, a nearby crew member will guide you to a safe place. Please follow the instructions and act calmly.
・Pets and animals are not allowed on board.
Pets and animals are not allowed on board (even in a cage). There is also no place to tie up pets on the quay. Thank you for your understanding.
・About cancellations
Cancellation fees are free until 23:59 the day before. Cancellations on the day of the tour will incur a 50% charge.
Cancellation Policy
| 10Hours before | 50% |
|---|
Information
A tour of the ship guided by former crew members!
Recommended for those who want to know more about SHIRASE5002.
〇Reception: 10:15-10:25
〇Guided tour: 10:30-11:45
〇Break: 11:45-12:00
〇Disembarkation: 12:00
※Please be sure to meet at the appointed time. If you are late, you may not be able to join the tour.
※The guided tour and break times are approximate. They may change depending on the situation.
〇Information for those coming by car (private car, taxi, etc.)
If you use the parking lot, please enter the number of cars (number) in the questions field when making your reservation.
When entering the quay, please stop at the security box and show the security guard the reservation completion email.
※For details, please refer to the image in the gallery.
〇Shuttle bus information
You can use the shuttle bus of the nearby facility Sapporo Beer Chiba Beer Garden.
See here for the timetable.
https://www.ginzalion.jp/shop/brand/brewery/shop117.html
*The timetable was revised on April 1, 2024.
Except for certain periods, you will not be able to make the 10:30am course.
Please be careful.
Special offer: 10% off at Sapporo Beer Garden
10% off meals at Sapporo Beer Garden on the day of boarding.
Present your reservation confirmation email at the time of payment.
*You will not be able to board after drinking alcohol.
*Valid only on the day of boarding.
*Not applicable if you only have drinks.
Note: For safety reasons, we will not allow you to board after drinking alcohol.
We are not responsible for any accidents or injuries that occur off-board (on the quay, in the parking lot, etc.).
Vendor Information
一般財団法人WNI気象文化創造センター
〒261-0023
千葉県千葉市美浜区中瀬１－３幕張テクノガーデン