Review of Hankyu Ferry Settsu | Japan’s Overnight Ferry Experience | Fukuoka – Kobe

Ferry Boarding Place – Kobe Rokko Island Port
Bus – Hankyu Ferry Kobe Port Boarding Place (bus stop) about a 1-minute walk

The bus stop is right in front of the terminal.

Hyogo/Kobe Ferry Boarding Place – Hankyu Ferry Kitakyushu Shin-Moji Port about a 1-minute walk

The bus stop is right in front of the terminal.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, connecting Kobe City in Hyogo Prefecture and Awaji Island
Bridge Length – Total Length 3,911m

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, which opened in 1998, boasts the **second longest** suspension bridge in the world. (The longest is the Canakkale Bridge in Turkey, 4,608m)
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is known as a tourist attraction both in Japan and internationally due to its striking beauty and advanced technology.
It is also an important regional transport infrastructure connecting Honshu and Awaji Island.

A suspension bridge connecting Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture and Sakai City in Kagawa Prefecture
Bridge Length – Total Length 12,300m

The Seto Ohashi, which opened in 1988, functions as a crucial transport link between Shikoku and Honshu.
It is a collective term for **six connected bridges**.

– Shimotsui Seto Ohashi (Shimotsui – Hitsuishi Island)
– Hitsuishi Island Bridge (Hitsuishi Island – Iwaguro Island)
– Iwaguro Island Bridge (Iwaguro Island – Hasa Island)
– Yoshiba Bridge (Hasa Island – Yoshiba Island)
– Kita Bisan Seto Ohashi (Yoshiba Island – Mitsugo Island)
– Minami Bisan Seto Ohashi (Yoshiba Island – Ban-no-shima)

A suspension bridge connecting Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture and Oshima
Bridge Length – Total Length 4,105m

The Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge is the **world’s first triple-cable-stayed bridge**, connecting Oshima and Imabari.
Due to the fast tidal currents and complex sea area, it was designed considering ship navigation, incorporating the experience and latest technology from the Seto Ohashi and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.

Ship Name – Hankyu Ferry Settsu
Launch Date – March 10, 2020
Length – 195 meters
Gross Tonnage – 16,292 tons
Speed – 23.5 knots (43.52 km/h)
Passenger Capacity – 663 people
Vehicle Capacity – 188 passenger cars, 277 trucks

The lobby extends from the 5th floor to the 7th floor, creating an open and spacious environment. It features a large television and is a comfortable place to relax. Free onboard Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, so if you need internet access, please head there.

Elevators are located in the center of each floor, making it convenient to move around. Additionally, there are barrier-free ramps, so even passengers using wheelchairs can move smoothly between floors.

The shop offers a wide range of products, from souvenirs and snacks from Kansai and Kyushu to beverages and daily necessities. There is also a good selection of amenities like towels, slippers, shampoo, and razors, so you won’t have to worry if you didn’t prepare shower supplies in advance. Don’t forget to check out the ferry-exclusive original goods as well.

The promenade is located next to the restaurant on the 6th floor. It has many large windows where you can enjoy the view during the voyage.

There are chairs and tables in the promenade, and many passengers were seen enjoying their own packed meals there.

The game corner has several crane games and slot machines, making it a great spot for a little fun during the voyage. It’s nice to have a place to play during a potentially boring sea journey.

The game corner is available for use from boarding until arrival.

There is a designated play area for children with a slide and a TV showing cartoons. Located in front of the lobby, parents can watch their children while relaxing in the lobby.

This kids’ area is available for use from boarding until arrival.

There are two male and two female toilets on the 5th and 6th floors, and one toilet on the 7th floor. All the toilets are very clean and well-maintained.

The multi-purpose toilet on the 5th floor is equipped with a large changing table for babies. It is spacious enough to accommodate wheelchair users comfortably.

There are two smoking rooms on the 5th and 6th floors, and one on the 7th floor. Each smoking room has two curved poles to sit on, providing a comfortable place to relax.

The kitchenette provides chilled water for drinking. Paper cups are available near the water dispenser, so please use them if you’re thirsty.

The water heater’s maximum temperature is 90 degrees Celsius, so hot water is also available.

The vending machines offer not only beverages but also cup noodles and ice cream. There are also machines for charging smartphones and a microwave for heating up food. It’s convenient to warm up your bento or bread.

Additionally, there is a vending machine exclusively for alcohol (mostly beer).

The relaxation room has three massage chairs available for 200 yen per 15 minutes. The room is available for use from boarding until before arrival.

The karaoke room is located near the vehicle parking area on the 5th floor, with rooms A and B available. Each room costs 3,000 yen and can be used from boarding until lights out.

The observation room at the bow of the ship offers spectacular views, with a calm ambiance created by downlights during the voyage.

Unlike other public spaces on the ship, it has a serene atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to relax.

The large bath is located in separate areas for men and women, with blue curtains for the men’s section and red curtains for the women’s section. The bath offers a panoramic view of the vast ocean during the voyage, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing soak with a wonderful view.

The shower rooms are located within the large bath area, with separate sections for men and women, marked by blue and red curtains respectively.

The shower rooms are equipped with rinse-in shampoo and body soap. To conserve water, the duration of hot water flow is controlled by the strength of the faucet push. During my use, the maximum flow time was approximately 20 seconds.

The shower rooms are available from boarding until before arrival.

Ship Name – Hankyu Ferry Settsu
In Service Since – March 10, 2020
Length – 195 meters
Gross Tonnage – 16,292 tons
Speed – 23.5 knots (43.52 km/h)
Passenger Capacity – 663
Cargo Capacity – 188 passenger cars, 277 trucks

The lobby is open from the 5th floor to the 7th floor, making it very spacious. There is a large TV and you can enjoy your time comfortably. Free onboard Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, so if you need internet access, head to the lobby.

An elevator is located in the center of each floor, making it convenient to move around. Additionally, there are barrier-free ramps, allowing smooth movement for wheelchair users.

The shop offers a wide range of products including souvenirs from Kansai and Kyushu, snacks, beverages, and daily necessities. They also have a good selection of amenities like towels, slippers, shampoo, and razors, so you don’t have to worry if you didn’t prepare shower items in advance. Be sure to check out the exclusive onboard original goods as well.

The promenade is located next to the restaurant on the 6th floor. With many large windows, you can enjoy the scenery during the voyage.

There are chairs and tables on the promenade, and many people enjoyed their packed lunches here.

The game corner has several crane game machines and slot machines, perfect for a little fun onboard. It’s great to have a place to casually play during a long journey.

This game corner is available for use anytime from boarding until arrival.

There is a play area for children, with a slide and a TV showing cartoons. Located in front of the lobby, parents can watch their children from the lobby while sitting.

This kids’ area is available anytime from boarding until arrival.

There are two men’s and two women’s toilets on the 5th and 6th floors, and one on the 7th floor. All toilets are very clean and well-maintained.

The multi-purpose toilet on the 5th floor has a large diaper changing table for babies. It is spacious enough to accommodate wheelchair users comfortably.

There are two smoking rooms on the 5th and 6th floors, and one on the 7th floor. Each smoking room has curved poles for seating, making it comfortable to relax.

The kitchenette provides cold water. Paper cups are available near the water dispenser, so feel free to use it when you’re thirsty.

The maximum temperature of the hot water dispenser is 90 degrees Celsius, so you can also get hot water.

The vending machines offer beverages, cup noodles, and ice cream. There is also a machine for charging smartphones and a microwave for warming up your food. It’s convenient to heat up your bento or bread.

Additionally, there is a vending machine exclusively for alcohol (mostly beer).

The relaxation room has three massage chairs available for 200 yen for 15 minutes. The room is open from boarding until before arrival.

The karaoke room has two rooms, A and B, located near the vehicle parking area on the 5th floor. Each room costs 3,000 yen and is available from boarding until lights out.

The observation room at the bow offers a fantastic view of the sea. During the voyage, it has a calm ambiance created by downlights.

Unlike other public spaces on the ship, it has a serene atmosphere, perfect for relaxing.

The large bath is located separately for men and women, with blue curtains for men and red curtains for women. From the bath, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the vast ocean while relaxing.

The shower rooms are located within the large bath area, separately for men and women, with blue curtains for men and red curtains for women.

The shower rooms are equipped with rinse-in shampoo and body soap. To save water, the duration of the hot water flow varies based on the strength of the faucet pressure. When I used it, the maximum flow time was about 20 seconds.

The shower rooms are available anytime from boarding until before arrival.

You can enjoy various beautiful views from the observation deck, including the starry night sky over the Seto Inland Sea, illuminated bridges and cityscapes, and the vast ocean at dawn.

The deck is equipped with small chairs and tables, allowing you to relax and enjoy the view. It can get quite crowded when passing under the three major bridges or during departure.

The restaurant is very spacious with plenty of seating!

There are four-person tables by the windows, so you can enjoy your meal while taking in the outside view with your group.

The highlight of dining on the ship is enjoying your meal while looking at the sea.
When you board the ferry, I recommend sitting by the window (^-^)

Hankyu Ferry’s restaurant operates on a cafeteria-style system, where each dish is priced individually.
You choose the dishes you want and take them to the cashier to pay.

Drinks like water, hot water, and tea are free and can be refilled.