You are planning a voyage from San Francisco to Japan. Which publication contains information on the ocean routes?

Correct Answer: Option B — Sailing Directions (Planning Guide)

Sailing Directions (Planning Guide) contain essential information for long-range voyage planning, including ocean routes, weather patterns, and major port entry requirements. These volumes provide the strategic overview necessary for transoceanic passages, distinguishing them from the tactical, localized data found in the Enroute volumes of the Sailing Directions series.