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Ferry Terminals & Access Methods

Ferry connection bus stop in front of JR Sumiyoshi Station (Hyogo)

Osaka Prefecture – Izumiotsu Port

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Izumiotsu Port
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■Ferry Terminal: Hankyu Ferry Izumiotsu Port Terminal
■Address: 1-3 Ozushima-cho, Izumiotsu City, Osaka Prefecture, 595-0074
■Business Hours: 9:00 AM – until the last ferry departs

Izumiotsu Port Connection Bus Timetable toggle icon

・The bus from JR Izumi-Fuchu Station (bus stop) is charged (Adults 270 yen, Children 140 yen)
・The bus from Nankai Izumiotsu Station (bus stop) is free

Bus Stop Time
JR Izumi-Fuchu Station (Bus Stop) 16:05
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Nankai Izumiotsu Station (Bus Stop) 16:30
↓ ↓
Izumiotsu Ferry Terminal 16:45

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Hyogo Prefecture – Kobe Port

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Kobe Port
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■Ferry Terminal: Kobe Rokko Island Port
■Address: 3-2-1 Kōyō-chō Higashi, Higashinada-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, 658-0031
■Business Hours: 9:00 AM – until the last ferry departs

Kobe Port Connection Bus Timetable toggle icon

The connection bus is charged if boarding from Hanshin Electric Railway Mikage Station (Adults 230 yen, Children 120 yen)
The bus from Island North Exit Station (bus stop) is free

New Moji-bound
Ferry Departure Times		 ※ Paid: Adults 230 yen, Children 120 yen Free
Hanshin Electric Railway
Mikage Station		 Hankyu Electric Railway
Mikage Station		 JR Sumiyoshi Station Rokko Liner
Island North Exit Station		   Kobe Ferry Terminal
18:30 Departure
(Sun–Thu)		 16:28 16:35 16:43 16:58 Ferry
Sunflower Terminal		 17:05
16:55 17:02 17:10 17:25 17:32
17:23 17:30 17:38 17:53 18:00
20:00 Departure
(Fri–Sat)		 16:28 16:35 16:43 16:58 17:05
16:55 17:02 17:10 17:25 17:32
17:23 17:30 17:38 17:53 18:00
17:55 18:02 18:10 18:25 18:32
18:25 18:32 18:40 18:55 19:02
18:45 18:52 19:00 19:15 19:22

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Fukuoka Prefecture – Shinmoji Port

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■Ferry Terminal: Shinmoji Port
■Address (Kobe-bound 1st Terminal): 1-1 Shinmoji Kita, Moji-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, 800-0113
■Address (Izumiotsu-bound 2nd Terminal): 1-1 Shinmoji Kita, Moji-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, 800-0113
■Business Hours: 9:00 AM – until the last ferry departs (Tickets for the 2nd Terminal to Izumiotsu are sold from 3:00 PM until the last ferry departs)

Shinmoji Port Bus Timetable toggle icon

The travel time from JR Kokura Station to the port is approximately 35 minutes.
The travel time from JR Moji Station to the port is approximately 20 minutes.
The shuttle bus is free of charge.

Izumiotsu Route (Daily)

JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North) 16:10
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JR Moji Station 16:25
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Shinmoji Terminal 2 16:45

Kobe Route (Sunday~Thursday)

JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North) 18:40
↓ ↓
JR Moji Station 18:55
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Shinmoji Terminal 1 19:15

Kobe Route (Friday/Saturday)

JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North) 18:40
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JR Moji Station 18:55
↓ ↓
Shinmoji Terminal 1 19:15

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Departure Times

RouteDeparture Time
■ Shinmoji → Izumiotsu17:30 → 06:00 (Daily)
■ Izumiotsu → Shinmoji17:30 → 06:00 (Daily)
★ Shinmoji → Kobe18:40 → 07:10 (Sun–Thu), 20:00 → 08:30 (Fri–Sat)
★ Kobe → Shinmoji18:30 → 07:00 (Sun–Thu), 20:00 → 08:30 (Fri–Sat)
■ Izumiotsu Route: Izumi & Hibiki
★ Kobe Route: Settsu & Yamato

The travel time for all routes is approximately 12 hours and 30 minutes.

Different ships operate on different days, so it is recommended to check the official website in advance!
The name of the ship is listed in the date selection field of the web reservation page.

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website
https://www.han9f.co.jp

Fares and Prices

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Period A Period B Period C Period D
Standard Japanese-style Room 7,590 8,910 10,230 –
Standard Western-style Room 8,690 10,010 11,330 –
Standard Single 10,230 11,550 12,870 –
Deluxe 4-person Room 10,670 12,430 14,190 –
Deluxe Single 12,210 13,970 15,730 –
Deluxe Japanese-style Room 14,850 16,610 18,370 –
Deluxe Western-style Room
(See Notes 1 & 2)		 14,850 16,610 18,370 –
Deluxe Mixed Japanese-Western Room 14,850 16,610 18,370 –
Suite 20,130 22,330 24,530 –
Royal 26,510 28,710 30,910 –

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Hankyu Ferry fares vary depending on the season, categorized into four periods: A, B, C, and D.

Period D typically corresponds to peak times such as Golden Week or the Obon season, with higher fares.

※Refer to the April 2025 fare schedule
For the latest fare information, please check the official Hankyu Ferry website.

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website
https://www.han9f.co.jp/fare/

How to Make a Reservation

Hankyu Ferry official reservation site displayed on a computer

Online Reservation

Visit the Hankyu Ferry official website and register for a free membership.

Reservations can be made by entering details such as route, departure date, room type, and number of passengers in order.

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Reservations open at 9:00 AM two months before the same date.

Phone Reservation

For phone reservations, please contact the Hankyu Ferry reservation center.

▼ Reservation Center Phone Number
0570-01-8989

Latest Information & Service Status

The final decision on ferry operations is based on maritime and weather conditions. In case of bad weather, the decision is generally made by around noon on the day of departure.

You can check the latest service status and cancellation rates on the Hankyu Ferry official website.

▼ Latest Service Status
https://www.han9f.co.jp/

Onboard Wi-Fi

Hankyu Ferry Hibiki onboard free Wi-Fi setup instructions

Bridges Passed During the Voyage

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
RouteKurushima Kaikyō Bridge PassSeto Ōhashi Bridge PassAkashi Kaikyō Bridge Pass
■ Izumiotsu ⇒ Shinmoji (Daily)Around 00:00Around 21:40Around 18:35
■ Shinmoji ⇒ Izumiotsu (Daily)Around 23:00Around 01:00Around 04:40
★ Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe (Sun-Thurs)Around 00:15Around 02:20Around 05:50
★ Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe (Fri-Sat)Around 01:25Around 03:35Around 07:10
★ Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji (Sun-Thurs)Around 01:05Around 22:45Around 19:30
★ Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji (Fri-Sat)Around 02:35Around 00:15Around 21:00
■ Izumiotsu Route: Izumi & Hibiki
★ Kobe Route: Settsu & Yamato
Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Icon
Akashi Kaikyō Bridge
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■ Name: Akashi Kaikyō Bridge
■ Opening Date: April 5, 1998
■ Location: Between Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, and Awaji Island
■ Bridge Length: 3,911m

Seto Ōhashi Bridge Icon
Seto Ōhashi Bridge
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■ Name: Seto Ōhashi Bridge
■ Opening Date: April 10, 1988
■ Location: Between Shikoku and Honshu
■ Bridge Length: 12,300m

Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Icon
Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge
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■ Name: Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge
■ Opening Date: May 1, 1999
■ Location: Between Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, and Ōshima
■ Bridge Length: 4,105m

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Watching the “Seto Ōhashi” and “Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge” in the middle of the night was like having a private view, with no one around to disturb the scenery!

Onboard Facilities Usage Times

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Facility Name Upward Voyage (Daily)
(Shinmoji ⇒ Izumiotsu)		 Downward Voyage (Daily)
(Izumiotsu ⇒ Shinmoji)
Information Desk Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00
Morning 05:00 ～ until arrival 05:00 ～ until arrival
Restaurant Night 17:30 ～ 20:00 17:30 ～ 20:00
Morning 05:00 ～ until arrival 05:00 ～ until arrival
Shop Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00
Morning 05:00 ～ until arrival 05:00 ～ until arrival
Lights Out 22:00 ※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only 22:00 ※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only
Morning Announcement 05:00 05:00
Observation Room Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00
Morning 05:00 ～ until arrival 05:00 ～ until arrival
Large Bath Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00
Morning 04:30 ～ until arrival 04:30 ～ until arrival
Shower Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Karaoke Room Boarding ～ until lights out Boarding ～ until lights out
Relax Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Game Corner Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Kids Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Pet Room Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00
Morning 05:00 ～ until arrival 05:00 ～ until arrival
Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Pass Around 23:00 Around 00:00
Seto Ōhashi Bridge Pass Around 01:00 Around 21:40
Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Pass Around 04:40 Around 18:35

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Facility Name (Sun-Thurs)
(Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe)		 (Fri-Sat)
(Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe)		 (Sun-Thurs)
(Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji)		 (Fri-Sat)
(Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji)
Information Desk Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival
Restaurant Night 18:30 ～ 21:00 19:00 ～ 21:30 18:30 ～ 21:00 19:00 ～ 21:30
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival
Shop Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival
Lights Out 22:00
※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only		 23:00
※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only		 22:00
※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only		 23:00
※Standard Japanese, Western, and Single only
Morning Announcement 06:00 07:00 06:00 07:00
Observation Room Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival
Large Bath Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 06:30 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 06:30 ～ until arrival
Shower Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Karaoke Room Boarding ～ until lights out Boarding ～ until lights out Boarding ～ until lights out Boarding ～ until lights out
Relax Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Game Corner Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Kids Room Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival Boarding ～ until arrival
Pet Room Night Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00 Boarding time ～ 22:00 Boarding time ～ 23:00
Morning 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival 06:00 ～ until arrival 07:00 ～ until arrival
Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Pass Around 23:00 Around 00:00 Around 23:00 Around 00:00
Seto Ōhashi Bridge Pass Around 01:00 Around 01:20 Around 01:00 Around 01:20
Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Pass Around 05:50 Around 06:20 Around 05:50 Around 06:20

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Hankyu Ferry Hibiki Ship Information

Hankyu Ferry Hibiki docked at Shinmoji Port
Hankyu Ferry Hibiki docked at Shinmoji Port
Hankyu Ferry Hibiki docked at Shinmoji Port
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Ship Name – Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Launch Date – April 21, 2015
Length – 195 meters
Gross Tonnage – 16,040 tons
Cruising Speed – 23.5 knots (43.52 km/h)
Passenger Capacity – 625 people
Vehicle Capacity – 188 cars, 277 trucks

Hankyu Ferry Hibiki Ship Interior Map

Hankyu Ferry Hibiki Ship Interior

Lobby (5F)

Entrance inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Entrance inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Entrance inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
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Elevator (5F/6F/7F)

Elevator inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Elevator inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Elevator inside the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
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Information Desk & Shop (5F)

Information desk and shop inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Information desk and shop inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
souvenir cushions
souvenir cushions
drinks
drinks
snacks
snacks
and amenities
and amenities
Information desk and shop inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil
Information desk and shop inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
souvenir cushions
drinks
snacks
and amenities

Restaurant (6F)

Interior of the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki restaurant
Interior of the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki restaurant
dinner plate
dinner plate
salad
salad
main dish
main dish
soup
soup
breakfast plate
breakfast plate
morning menu
morning menu
side dish
side dish
Interior of the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki restaurant
photo by mitemil
Interior of the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki restaurant
dinner plate
salad
main dish
soup
breakfast plate
morning menu
side dish

Here’s what I ate

Dinner Total 1,630 Yen toggle icon

・Chicken Nanban (550 Yen)
・Tamagoyaki (380 Yen)
・Miso Soup (180 Yen)
・Rice (200 Yen)
・Fruit Punch (310 Yen)

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Breakfast Total 1,410 Yen toggle icon

・Fried Egg (180 Yen)
・Grilled Fish / Mackerel (210 Yen)
・Cold Tofu (150 Yen)
・Hijiki (260 Yen)
・Miso Soup (150 Yen)
・Rice (200 Yen)
・Strawberry Pudding (260 Yen)

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The total amount for breakfast and dinner combined is 3,040 Yen.
For breakfast, there are various set menu options, and if you want to keep it cheap, the set meal options are recommended!

Hankyu Ferry Breakfast Set Menu
730 Yen - Japanese Set Meal with Salmon (Salmon / Kombu / Nori / Rice / Miso Soup / Boiled Egg / Salad)
680 Yen - Japanese Set Meal with Mackerel (Mackerel / Kombu / Nori / Rice / Miso Soup / Boiled Egg / Salad)
550 Yen - Rice Porridge Set with Miso Soup (Porridge / Miso Soup / Pickles)
550 Yen - Curry Set (Curry Rice / Salad)
550 Yen - Morning Set (Toast / Boiled Egg / Salad / Coffee)

Promenade (6F)

Promenade inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Promenade inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Promenade inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
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Game Corner (5F)

Entrance to the game corner
Entrance to the game corner
crane games
crane games
and slot machines inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
and slot machines inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Entrance to the game corner
photo by mitemil
Entrance to the game corner
crane games
and slot machines inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki

Kids Room (5F)

Kids room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Kids room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Kids room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Restrooms (5F/6F/7F)

Restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Multipurpose Restroom (5F)

Multipurpose restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Multipurpose restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Multipurpose restroom inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Smoking Room (5F/6F/7F)

Smoking room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Smoking room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Smoking room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Kitchenette (5F/6F/7F)

Kitchenette inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Kitchenette inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Kitchenette inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Vending Machine Corner (5F)

Vending machine corner inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Vending machine corner inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
cup noodle vending machine
cup noodle vending machine
ice cream vending machine
ice cream vending machine
alcohol vending machine
alcohol vending machine
cigarette vending machine
cigarette vending machine
Vending machine corner inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil
Vending machine corner inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
cup noodle vending machine
ice cream vending machine
alcohol vending machine
cigarette vending machine

Relax Room (5F)

Massage chairs in the relax room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Massage chairs in the relax room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Massage chairs in the relax room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Karaoke Room (5F)

Karaoke room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Karaoke room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Karaoke room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Observation Room (6F)

Observation room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Observation room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Observation room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Outdoor Bath & Large Bath (7F)

Entrance to the men's large bath and women's large bath inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Entrance to the men's large bath and women's large bath inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Entrance to the men's large bath and women's large bath inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil
Entrance to the men's large bath and women's large bath inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki

Shower Room (7F)

Shower room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Shower room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Shower room inside Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Observation Deck (7F)

Observation deck on the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Observation deck on the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
Observation deck on the Hankyu Ferry Hibiki
photo by mitemil

Q&A About the Ferry

What is the difference between Hankyu Ferry 'Hibiki' and 'Izumi'? toggle icon

The difference between “Settsu” and “Yamato” is the design of the interior.
The concept is the same, “The Heart of Harmony.”
Izumi is in a brown tone, while Hibiki is in a saffron yellow tone.

Typically, when two ships are launched at once, these ships are called sister ships.
The two ships “Izumi” and “Hibiki” of Hankyu Ferry are sister ships, and the only difference is the interior color, with all other facilities and room arrangements being identical.

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The recommended rooms are the private rooms. For one person, the deluxe single room, and for multiple people, the deluxe western-style room!

There are a total of 10 types of rooms on “Hibiki” and “Izumi.”
There are 8 private rooms and 2 shared rooms.

Private Rooms

– Royal
– Suite
– Deluxe Single
– Deluxe Japanese-Western Room
– Deluxe Japanese Room
– Deluxe Western Room (4-person)
– Deluxe Western Room (Barrier-Free)
– Standard Single (Driver’s Room)

Shared Rooms

– Standard Western Room (Ladies-only available)
– Standard Japanese Room (Barrier-Free available)

The rooms on the ferry are nearly identical to those in a hotel, so it’s like traveling with just the accommodation fee!
The fare varies by season, so please check the official website for details.

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website
https://www.han9f.co.jp/fare/

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Are there any secret tips for booking on Hankyu Ferry? toggle icon

I’m not sure if this is exactly a secret tip, but a way to get a cheaper fare on Hankyu Ferry is to use the “Fu-net Member” discount system.

“Fu-net Member” is a free membership service that anyone can easily join, which offers exclusive discounts on Hankyu Ferry reservations.
Once you become a “Fu-net Member,” you can reserve your ticket online and get a 20% discount compared to buying tickets at the counter!

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website Fu-net Member Details Page
https://www.han9f.co.jp/reserve/new.html

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How to check availability on Hankyu Ferry toggle icon

You can view the availability on Hankyu Ferry as a member.
After registering, go to the reservation page, and click on the “View Seat Availability” button to see the seat status up to two months ahead for each ship.

Membership registration and the annual fee are both free, so we recommend booking online if you’re planning to board!

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website Fu-net Member Page
https://www.han9f.co.jp/reserve/new.html

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Can I simulate the fare on Hankyu Ferry? toggle icon

You can simulate the fare for your trip before booking on the official Hankyu Ferry website.
Fares vary depending on the season, so please check the Hankyu Ferry fare simulation page for details.

▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website
https://h9web.han9f.co.jp/yoyaku/simulation.php

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What about cancellations or typhoon-related disruptions on Hankyu Ferry? toggle icon

For cancellations (including cancellations on the day of departure), an additional handling fee will apply.
Changes are free for the first change, but after that, each change will be treated as a new reservation with a handling fee.

Refund Conditions
(from specified departure date)		 Refund Handling Fees
Vehicles Non-Standard Japanese Rooms Standard Japanese Room
Up to 7 days before 200 yen 200 yen 200 yen
Up to 2 days before 10% 10% 200 yen
Before departure 30% 30% 200 yen
After departure Invalid Invalid Invalid

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Are there any cheap tour packages on Hankyu Ferry? toggle icon

Yes, there are.

Hankyu Ferry’s group company “Venus Travel” offers tour packages. Popular options include trips to “Universal Studios Japan.”

The tours include round-trip ferry tickets, shuttle buses from Kobe Port and Izumiotsu Port, and more.

There are also seasonal tours such as trips to Shirahama Onsen with your car.
These tours are perfect for those who want to enjoy a ferry journey at a great price!

▼ Venus Travel Hankyu Ferry Tour Details
https://www.venus-t.jp/select_company/hqf_plan.php?code=2

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Experience of Boarding & Impressions

I boarded the Hankyu Ferry “Hibiki” and traveled from Shinmoji Port to Izumiotsu Port. We departed at 17:30 from Shinmoji Port, and the journey lasted 12 hours and 30 minutes until we arrived at Izumiotsu Port the next morning.

The boarding terminal was a distinctive building designed in the shape of a ship, dedicated to the Izumiotsu route.

The journey was smooth on the stable Seto Inland Sea, so I had no worries about seasickness.

The restaurant operated in a cafeteria style, offering a wide variety of menu items, allowing me to choose according to my mood that day. Since it was dark outside during dinner, I enjoyed the view during breakfast the next morning.

Advantages & Disadvantages

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The food at the restaurant onboard is delicious
There are shuttle buses, making it easy to access from the city center
If you use the web discount, you can travel at a cheaper price
Free Wi-Fi is available
The price is affordable when you combine accommodation and travel costs
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Travel takes longer compared to flying
The shuttle buses from Kokura Station to the port are free, but the buses from Kobe and Izumiotsu are paid
In winter, since the sun sets early and rises late, on evening trips, the scenery inside the ship is not visible
The overall cost is higher due to the accommodation included with the ticket
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