The Japanese sail training ship Kaiwo Maru (IMO 8801010 🇯🇵) sailed for Kobe, Japan on 23 May 2026 after a brief visit to Honolulu. She was assisted by Foss Maritime tugs Mikioi and Freedom.

Kaiwo Maru departing from Pier 10, Honolulu Harbor. Mikioi is at her port quarter. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru turning in the basin off Aloha Tower. Freedom is at her port bow. Hawaii Pilots Association pilot boat Mamala Bay is at right. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru with Freedom and Mikioi off Pier 9. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru crew waving goodbye. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru crew waving goodbye. 23 May 2026.

Mikioi with Kaiwo Maru. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru with Freedom and Mikioi outbound. 23 May 2026.

Kaiwo Maru with Freedom and Mikioi heading out to sea. 23 May 2026.