On August 1, we returned to Hakodate, where we were able to conduct all of our planned observations thanks to the surprisingly fine weather that we had enjoyed since our departure from Hakodate on June 8. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the captain and crew, the students and researchers on board, and all those who supported this cruise from land. UENO Hiromichi (chief scientist of the Arctic cruise)
Boarders chat with friends, family, and colleagues who greeted them after the return ceremony (August 1, 2023; photo by UENO Hiromichi)
