The Princess Wakasa is a ship operated by COSMO LINE and began service on December 12, 2004, on the route between Kagoshima Prefecture and Tanegashima.
While there is also a high-speed ferry called the Toppy that takes about one hour one way to reach Tanegashima, I chose to travel on the car ferry “Princess Wakasa,” which can accommodate vehicles.
For those taking the Princess Wakasa to Tanegashima for the first time, there may be many questions such as “What time does it depart?” “What does the interior of the ship look like?” “Where is the boarding area?”
This time, I had the opportunity to board the COSMO LINE’s “Princess Wakasa,” so I will introduce the interior of the ship and share my impressions of actually riding on the ship.
Cosmo Line Princess Wakasa: Introduction of Specifications
- Ship Name: COSMO LINE – Princess Wakasa
- Length Overall: 88.93 meters
- Gross Tonnage: 580 tons
- Cruising Speed: Maximum 19.50 knots (36.11 km/h)
- Passenger Capacity: 222 passengers (maximum: 350 passengers)
- Vehicle Capacity: Approximately 43 vehicles
Onboard Introduction of the Cosmo Line Princess Wakasa
プリンセスわかさ船内紹介
Boating Terminal & Directions for the Princess Wakasa
How much is the fare/fee/price for boarding Princess Wakasa
Room Type | Adult | Child |
Deluxe A Private Room | ・One way: 8,000 yen ・Round trip: – |
– |
Deluxe B Private Room | ・One way: 6,000 yen ・Round trip: – |
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Standard (2nd class) | ・One way: 4,370 yen ・Round trip: 7,930 yen |
・One way: 2,190 yen ・Round trip: 3,970 yen |
Island Departure Discount | ・One way: 4,000 yen ・Round trip: 7,520 yen |
・One way: 2,000 yen ・Round trip: 3,760 yen |
Student Discount (Student ID required at the window) | ・One way: 3,560 yen ・Round trip: 7,120 yen |
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Various Disability Standards | ・One way: 2,340 yen ・Round trip: 4,680 yen |
・One way: 1,170 yen ・Round trip: 2,340 yen |
Various Disability (Nursing) Standards | ・One way: 2,340 yen ・Round trip: 4,680 yen |
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6-Trip Ticket | ・One way: 20,350 yen | – |
All rooms except for the Deluxe type are the same. There are four rooms (A to D) and a promenade lounge onboard.
Rooms A, C, and D have seats, while Room B has only chairs. Room A is designated as priority seating for persons with disabilities.
As for purchasing Princess Wakasa ferry tickets
There is a reception desk inside a building called the Minami Futo Passenger Terminal.
As soon as you enter the building from the entrance, the reception desk is immediately to the right.
Since you’re taking the ferry to Tanegashima this time, you can purchase Princess Wakasa tickets by requesting them.
When I informed the receptionist that I wanted to purchase tickets, I was guided to fill out a dedicated form nearby with details such as my address and then submit it at the reception.
Since I was traveling to Tanegashima this time, I filled out the boarding list for Tanegashima, which can be seen on the left side of the photo, and submitted it at the reception.
By the way, the boarding pass will ultimately be handed over to the crew member standing at the boarding gate, so it will no longer be in your possession.
Princess Wakasa Vehicle Boarding & In-flight Carry-on Fees
Surfboard | 1 piece: 520 yen |
Folding bicycle | 1 unit: 520 yen |
For those planning to enjoy surfing in Tanegashima, bringing a surfboard is common. However, please note that there is an additional charge of 520 yen per board for special baggage handling, separate from the boarding fee.
Since only cash is accepted, if you plan to bring a folding bicycle or a surfboard, please make sure to bring cash along.
The () inside is an adjustment fee
Automobile (one way)
Size | One Way | Round Trip |
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Under 3m | ¥14,000(¥900) | ¥26,000(¥1,800) |
3m~4m | ¥17,000(¥1,200) | ¥32,000(¥2,400) |
4m~5m | ¥20,000(¥1,500) | ¥39,000(¥3,000) |
5m~6m | ¥27,000(¥1,800) | ¥52,000(¥3,600) |
6m~7m | ¥36,500(¥2,100) | ¥71,500(¥4,200) |
7m~8m | ¥45,000(¥2,400) | ¥88,000(¥4,800) |
8m~9m | ¥51,500(¥2,700) | ¥101,000(¥5,400) |
9m~10m | ¥58,000(¥3,000) | ¥113,500(¥6,000) |
10m~11m | ¥64,500(¥3,300) | ¥126,000(¥6,600) |
11m~12m | ¥71,000(¥3,600) | ¥138,500(¥7,200) |
Per meter increment | ¥6,500(¥300) | ¥12,500(¥600) |
Motorcycles (one way)
Size | One Way |
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125cc or less | ¥6,000(¥300) |
Under 750cc | ¥7,500(¥300) |
750cc and above | ¥8,500(¥300) |
Bicycles (one way)
¥5,000(¥300) |
Reservation Method for Princess Wakasa
Online reservations are not available, and reservations are only accepted by phone.
While boarding is possible without a reservation, as boarding reception begins one hour before departure on the day of, reservations by phone are required for deluxe rooms A and B, and for groups of 15 or more, as they are treated as group bookings.
Reservation inquiries can be made at the Princess Wakasa ticket counter or through authorized agents.
Princess Wakasa ticket counter or authorized agents
Cosmo Line Minami Futou Window (Passenger)
Phone Number | 099-226-0731 (Main, Oriita Kisen Co., Ltd.) |
Address | 6 Honkoshinmachi, Minami Futou Ferry Terminal, Oriita Kisen Co., Ltd., Kagoshima City, Kagoshima 892-0814 |
Business Hours | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Cosmo Line Nishi no Omote Window (Passenger)
Phone Number | 0997-22-1011 |
Address | 49-1 Nishimachi, Nishi no Omote City, Kagoshima 891-3111 |
Business Hours | 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM |
Kyusho Port Service Co., Ltd. (Vehicle / Cargo)
Phone Number | 099-222-8271 |
Address | 35-5 Hamamachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima 892-0812 |
Business Hours | 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM (Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays) |
Cosmo Line Princess Wakasa’s Timetable & Travel Time
Sea Route | Time |
From Kagoshima (Minamifuto) to Tanegashima (Nishinoomote Port) | 08:40→12:10 |
From Tanegashima (Nishinoomote Port) to Kagoshima (Minamifuto) | 14:00→17:30 |
The sailing time is approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes one way.
Since Princess Wakasa operates only one round trip per day, it is important to be mindful not to miss it.
Arrival times may be delayed due to weather and sea conditions.
For the latest information and operational status of Princess Wakasa, please check.
Princess Wakasa Latest Information and Operational Status
You can check the operational status and cancellation rate of Princess Wakasa on the official website operated by Cosmo Line.
We receive inquiries from passengers before boarding asking, ‘Can you operate on [specific date]?’ However, since vessel operations are greatly influenced by weather and sea conditions, precise operational decisions cannot be made until the day of sailing.
We promptly update information on this website, so please refrain from calling to inquire about the status of operations.
▼Latest operational status by Cosmo Line
http://cosmoline.jp/category/today/
I looked into the internet environment on Princess Wakasa.
Initially, I opened my laptop and tried to find Wi-Fi, but there were no access points available, indicating that there was no Wi-Fi environment.
Within the first two hours after departure, while still navigating around areas like Ibusuki or Minamiosumi in Kagoshima Prefecture, I managed to get some reception using my smartphone’s carrier network, allowing me to browse the internet to some extent.
However, once we sailed further offshore, I experienced a period of poor reception, and there was no signal until we approached Tanegashima.
My impressions of the Princess Wakasa
This time I boarded the Princess Wakasa of the Cosmo Line and headed from Kagoshima Prefecture to Tanegashima Island.
While I was on my way to Tanegashima this time, I got drunk due to the rough seas and had to use the restroom several times (laugh).
If you have a weak semicircular canal, be sure to remember where the restroom is located!
It was a large car ferry that took 3 hours and 30 minutes one way, but you can also take a high-speed boat called “Toppy” from Kagoshima to Tanegashima in about an hour.
The one-way fare is 4,370 yen for Princess Wakasa and 10,300 yen for the high-speed boat Toppy.
If you want to enjoy a relaxing voyage at a reasonable price, take the Princess Wakasa, and if you are in a hurry, take the high-speed boat at twice the price!
If you are going to Tanegashima on Princess Wakasa, please be careful.
Have a nice cruise!(^-^)
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