Hirogin Holdings plans to conduct a demonstration service using charter cruise ships for affluent customers. In cooperation with JTB, it plans to operate the three-year demonstration service throughout Hiroshima Bay from October 2028.
Hirogin Holdings signed a partnership agreement with major travel company JTB to promote tourism. As its first initiative, it plans to operate charter cruise ships for affluent customers throughout Hiroshima Bay for 3 years from October 2028 as a demonstration service.
The company has indicated that it will pursue cooperation not only in the demonstration service but also in areas such as attracting hotels and redevelopment, with the aim of revitalizing the regional economy. Details such as the operating structure and vessel size remain subject to future announcements.
The initiative is positioned as part of regional collaboration centered on Hiroshima City, with benefits expected for both tourism promotion and the regional economy. The demonstration service is scheduled to begin in October 2028 and is expected to run for 3 years.