Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. announced that the hybrid passenger ship Hanaria, which uses H₂ and biodiesel as fuels, started service in Kitakyushu. The ship was built at the Hongawara Shipyard Co., Ltd. for MOL Group company MOTENA-Sea, Ltd. MOTENA-Sea, Ltd., backed by investments from MOL Techno-Trade, Ltd.

This is the first passenger ship in Japan that can select propulsion energy from H₂ fuel cells, lithium-ion batteries, and biodiesel fuel, achieving a greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction rate of 53%-100% compared to conventional fossil-fueled vessels of the same class.

The ship's first-floor passenger cabin features a large 98-inch monitor and projector in the front, opening up a wide range of applications beyond transportation, such as events, environmental education and venues for international conferences. In addition, the second-floor passenger cabins are designed so passengers can enjoy cruising while feeling the breeze from the ship's deck.

Passengers can enjoy a variety of cruise routes, such as the "Worship Cruise," which visits the three shrines facing the Kanmon Straits, Mekari-Jinja, Akama Jingu, and Kameyama Hachimangu Shrine; the "Kanmon Straits Cruise," which visits famous landmarks such as Kanmon Bridge, which connects Honshu and Kyushu; and the "Factory Night View Cruise", showcasing nighttime views of industrial heritage sites.