These passageways mimic the style of the Empress' Palace. Decorated with thick, dark blue carpeting, darkly-stained wooden panels on the walls, and paintings lining the sides, they could almost pass for a small art gallery. The ceilings are round and gold-colored with small chandeliers. The beautiful paintings of young women, nature, and battle scenes on walls (and some ceilings) add to the grandeur.

Notable ships with this style of passageway include:

• Nozomi-class Scout
  • Nozomi II-class Scout
• Chiharu-class Flagship