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Ferry Terminals & Access Methods
Osaka Prefecture – Izumiotsu Port
■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 departsIzumiotsu Port Connection Bus Timetable・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 freeBus Stop Time JR Izumi-Fuchu Station (Bus Stop) 16:05 ↓ ↓ Nankai Izumiotsu Station (Bus Stop) 16:30 ↓ ↓ Izumiotsu Ferry Terminal 16:45 CloseHyogo Prefecture – Kobe Port
■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 departsKobe Port Connection Bus TimetableThe 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 freeNew Moji-bound
Ferry Departure Times※ Paid: Adults 230 yen, Children 120 yen Free Hanshin Electric Railway
Mikage StationHankyu Electric Railway
Mikage StationJR Sumiyoshi Station Rokko Liner
Island North Exit StationKobe Ferry Terminal 18:30 Departure
(Sun–Thu)16:28 16:35 16:43 16:58 Ferry
Sunflower Terminal17:05 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 CloseFukuoka Prefecture – Shinmoji Port
ferry
■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 TimetableThe 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 ↓ ↓ JR Moji Station 16:25 ↓ ↓ Shinmoji Terminal 2 16:45 Kobe Route (Sunday~Thursday)
JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North) 18:40 ↓ ↓ JR Moji Station 18:55 ↓ ↓ Shinmoji Terminal 1 19:15 Kobe Route (Friday/Saturday)
JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North) 18:40 ↓ ↓ JR Moji Station 18:55 ↓ ↓ Shinmoji Terminal 1 19:15 CloseDeparture Times
Route Departure Time ■ Shinmoji → Izumiotsu 17:30 → 06:00 (Daily) ■ Izumiotsu → Shinmoji 17:30 → 06:00 (Daily) ★ Shinmoji → Kobe 18:40 → 07:10 (Sun–Thu), 20:00 → 08:30 (Fri–Sat) ★ Kobe → Shinmoji 18:30 → 07:00 (Sun–Thu), 20:00 → 08:30 (Fri–Sat) ■ Izumiotsu Route: Izumi & Hibiki
★ Kobe Route: Settsu & YamatoThe 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.jpFares and Prices
Fares and PricesPeriod 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 Room 10,230 11,550 12,870 — Deluxe 4-person Room 10,670 12,430 14,190 — Deluxe Single Room 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 Japanese-Western Room 14,850 16,610 18,370 — Suite 20,130 22,330 24,530 — Royal Suite 26,510 28,710 30,910 — CloseHankyu Ferry has four periods: A, B, C, and D, with fares varying depending on the season.
From A to D, the busyness increases, with Period D usually set during peak times like Golden Week or the Obon season.
*Refer to the fare schedule for April 2025.
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
Online Reservation
Access the Hankyu Ferry official website and complete a free membership registration.
You can make a reservation by entering details such as route, departure date, room type, and number of passengers in sequence.
Reservations can be made from 9 a.m. two months prior to the same date.Phone Reservation
For phone reservations, contact the Hankyu Ferry reservation center.
▼Reservation Center Phone Number
0570-01-8989Latest Information and Operation Status
The final decision on Hankyu Ferry operations, including weather-related delays, is usually made around noon on the day of travel, depending on sea and weather conditions.
You can check the operation status and cancellation rates on the Hankyu Ferry official website.
▼Latest Hankyu Ferry operation status
https://www.han9f.co.jp/Onboard Wi-Fi
The free onboard Wi-Fi service is stated to be available in the lobby area.
The SSID is labeled as “HANKYUFERRY” followed by a 16-18 digit number. Choose the one with the best signal and connect.
By the way, Wi-Fi is available for up to 30 minutes per session, with a maximum of 4 sessions per day (2 hours in total).
Note: The usage count resets at midnight.
Bridges Passed During the Voyage
Route Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Seto Bridge Akashi Kaikyō Bridge ■ Izumiotsu ⇒ Shinmoji (Daily) Around 00:00 Around 21:40 Around 18:35 ■ Shinmoji ⇒ Izumiotsu (Daily) Around 23:00 Around 01:00 Around 04:40 ★ Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe (Sun-Thu) Around 00:15 Around 02:20 Around 05:50 ★ Shinmoji ⇒ Kobe (Fri-Sat) Around 01:25 Around 03:35 Around 07:10 ★ Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji (Sun-Thu) Around 01:05 Around 22:45 Around 19:30 ★ Kobe ⇒ Shinmoji (Fri-Sat) Around 02:35 Around 00:15 Around 21:00 ■ Izumiotsu Route: Izumi & Hibiki
★ Kobe Route: Settsu & Yamato■ Name: Akashi Kaikyō Bridge
■ Opening Date: April 5, 1998
■ Location: Between Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, and Awaji Island
■ Length: 3,911 meters■ Name: Seto Bridge
■ Opening Date: April 10, 1988
■ Location: Between Shikoku and Honshu
■ Length: 12,300 meters■ Name: Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge
■ Opening Date: May 1, 1999
■ Location: Between Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture, and Ōshima
■ Length: 4,105 metersWatching the Seto Bridge and Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge at midnight was amazing since no one was around, making it feel like a private viewing experience!Onboard Facility Operating Hours
Onboard Facility Usage Hours (Izumi-Otsu Route)Facility Name Upward Route (Daily)
(Shin-Moji ⇒ Izumi-Otsu)Downward Route (Daily)
(Izumi-Otsu ⇒ Shin-Moji)Information Desk Night Boarding ~ 22:00 Boarding ~ 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 ~ 22:00 Boarding ~ 22:00 Morning 05:00 ~ Until Arrival 05:00 ~ Until Arrival Lights Out 22:00 ※ Standard Japanese/Western/Singles Only 22:00 ※ Standard Japanese/Western/Singles Only Morning Announcements 05:00 05:00 Observation Room Night Boarding ~ 22:00 Boarding ~ 22:00 Morning 05:00 ~ Until Arrival 05:00 ~ Until Arrival Large Bath Night Boarding ~ 22:00 Boarding ~ 22:00 Morning 04:30 ~ Until Before Arrival 04:30 ~ Until Before Arrival Shower Rooms Boarding ~ Until Before Arrival Boarding ~ Until Before 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 ~ 22:00 Boarding ~ 22:00 Morning 05:00 ~ Until Before Arrival 05:00 ~ Until Before Arrival Passing of Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Around 23:00 Around 00:00 Passing of Seto Great Bridge Around 01:00 Around 21:40 Passing of Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Around 04:40 Around 18:35 CloseOnboard Facility Usage Hours (Kobe Route)Facility Name (Sun-Thu)
(Shin-Moji→Kobe)(Fri-Sat)
(Shin-Moji→Kobe)(Sun-Thu)
(Kobe→Shin-Moji)(Fri-Sat)
(Kobe→Shin-Moji)Information Desk Night Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Boarding~22:00 Boarding~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~Before Arrival 07:00~Before Arrival 06:00~Before Arrival 07:00~Before Arrival Shop Night Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Boarding~22:00 Boarding~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/Singles Only23:00
※ Standard Japanese/Western/Singles Only22:00
※ Standard Japanese/Western/Singles Only23:00
※ Standard Japanese/Western/Singles OnlyMorning Announcements 06:00 07:00 06:00 07:00 Observation Room Night Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Morning 06:00~Until Arrival 07:00~Until Arrival 06:00~Until Arrival 07:00~Until Arrival Large Bath Night Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Morning 06:00~Before Arrival 06:30~Before Arrival 06:00~Before Arrival 06:30~Before Arrival Shower Rooms 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~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Boarding~22:00 Boarding~23:00 Morning 06:00~Until Arrival 07:00~Until Arrival 06:00~Until Arrival 07:00~Until Arrival Passing of Kurushima Kaikyō Bridge Around 00:15 Around 01:25 Around 01:05 Around 02:35 Passing of Seto Great Bridge Around 02:20 Around 03:35 Around 22:45 Around 00:15 Passing of Akashi Kaikyō Bridge Around 05:50 Around 07:10 Around 19:30 Around 21:00 CloseHankyu Ferry Yamato Ship Information
Hankyu Ferry Yamato Deck Map
Hankyu Ferry Yamato Onboard Introduction
Lobby (5F)
Information Desk & Shop (5F)
Restaurant (6F)
Total cost of the meal I had:
Dinner Total 2,210 yen・Chicken Nanban (550 yen)
・Mentaiko Omelette (550 yen)
・Salad (280 yen)
・Pork Soup (370 yen)
・Rice (200 yen)
・Yamato Pudding (260 yen)CloseBreakfast Total 1,360 yen・Fried Egg (180 yen)
・Grilled Fish / Mackerel (210 yen)
・Salad (470 yen)
・Hijiki (150 yen)
・Miso Soup (150 yen)
・Rice (200 yen)CloseThe total cost was 3,570 yen for breakfast and dinner combined.
For breakfast, there are various set menus, so if you want to keep it affordable, the set meal options are recommended!Hankyu Ferry Breakfast Set Menus730 yen - Japanese set meal (salmon, kelp, seaweed, rice, miso soup, boiled egg, salad)
680 yen - Japanese set meal (mackerel, kelp, seaweed, 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)
Game Corner (5F)
Kids Room (5F)
Restrooms (5F/6F/7F)
Multipurpose Restroom (5F)
Smoking Room (5F/6F/7F)
Kitchenette (5F/6F/7F)
Vending Machine Corner (5F)
Relax Room (5F)
Karaoke Room (5F)
Observation Room (6F)
Public Bath / Shower Room (7F)
Observation Deck (7F)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Hankyu Ferry Yamato
What is the difference between the Hankyu Ferry 'Settsu' and 'Yamato'?The difference between “Settsu” and “Yamato” lies in their interior designs.
The concept is the same, with both ships offering “a healing journey with a view of the starry sky and sea.”
Settsu is apricot-colored, and Yamato is wine red.It is common for two ships to be built at once when they are launched, and these ships are referred to as sister ships.
The only difference between Hankyu Ferry’s “Settsu” and “Yamato” is the color scheme, while the other facilities and room layouts are identical.CloseWhich rooms are recommended on Hankyu Ferry?The recommended rooms are private rooms. If you’re alone, the Deluxe Single, and if you’re with multiple people, the Deluxe Western-style Room!
There are a total of 11 types of rooms on the “Settsu” and “Yamato” ships.
9 types of private rooms and 2 types of shared rooms.Private Rooms
– Royal
– Suite
– Deluxe Single
– Deluxe Japanese-Western Room
– Deluxe Japanese Room
– Deluxe Western-style Room (4-person)
– Deluxe Western-style Room (With Pet Room)
– Deluxe Western-style Room (Barrier-Free)
– Standard Single (Driver’s Room)Shared Rooms
– Standard Western Room (Ladies available)
– Standard Japanese Room (Barrier-Free available)The rooms inside the ship are almost like hotel rooms, so it feels like you’re traveling while staying at a hotel!
The boarding fees vary depending on the season, so please check the official website for details.▼ Official Hankyu Ferry Website
https://www.han9f.co.jp/fare/CloseIs there a secret method for booking at a discounted price on Hankyu Ferry?It may not be a “secret” per se, but a way to board Hankyu Ferry at a discounted price is by utilizing the “F-Net Member” discount system.
Anyone can easily register for the “F-Net Member” service for free. After registering, you can reserve tickets online and receive a 20% discount compared to purchasing them at the counter!
▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website – F-Net Member Details Page
https://www.han9f.co.jp/reserve/new.htmlCloseHow can I check seat availability for Hankyu Ferry?Seat availability on Hankyu Ferry can be checked by members only.
After registering as a member, go to the ship reservation page, click the “View Seat Availability” button, and you can see the seat status for the next two months.Membership and annual fees are both free, so online reservations are recommended!
▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website – F-Net Member Page
https://www.han9f.co.jp/reserve/new.htmlCloseCan I simulate the fare on Hankyu Ferry?You can simulate the fare before booking by using the official website’s fare simulation tool.
The boarding fees vary depending on the season, so please check Hankyu Ferry’s fare simulation page for details.▼ Hankyu Ferry Official Website
https://h9web.han9f.co.jp/yoyaku/simulation.phpCloseWhat happens to Hankyu Ferry reservations during a typhoon or cancellation fees?Cancellations (including on the day of departure) will incur a separate cancellation fee.
Changes are free for the first change within the valid period (7 days including the day of departure), but after the second change, the cancellation will be treated as a new reservation, and a fee will apply.
Refund Conditions
(from the specified departure date)Refund Fee Vehicle Other than Standard Japanese Room 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 CloseDoes Hankyu Ferry offer affordable tours?Yes, it does.
The Hankyu Ferry Group “Venus Travel Co., Ltd.” offers tour packages. These include individual travel plans and group packages, with the most popular being the “Universal Studios Japan Trip.”
The tour includes round-trip ferry tickets and shuttle buses from both Kobe Port and Izumi-Otsu Port for convenient access.
Other popular tours include trips to Shirahama Onsen with your own car, along with seasonal tours.
It’s perfect for those who want to enjoy a ferry trip at an affordable price!▼ Venus Travel – Hankyu Ferry Tour Details
https://www.venus-t.jp/select_company/hqf_plan.php?code=2CloseActual Flow from Boarding to Disembarkation (Kobe → Fukuoka)
Day 1
- 16:30 JR Sumiyoshi Station
- 16:43 Board the Hankyu Ferry shuttle bus from JR Sumiyoshi Station to the port
- 17:05 Arrive at Kobe Rokko Island Port
- 17:10 Boarding procedures
- 17:15 Board the ferry
- 17:18 Place luggage in the reserved room
- 18:30 Depart from Kobe Rokko Island Port
- 19:00 Dinner at the onboard restaurant
- 19:30 Viewing of Akashi Kaikyō Bridge
- 20:00 Bath time
- 23:00 Sleep
Day 2
- 05:30 Wake up
- 06:00 Breakfast at the restaurant
- 06:40 Prepare for disembarkation
- 07:00 Arrive at Shin-Moji Port
- 07:05 Disembark
- 07:10 Transfer via free shuttle bus from Shin-Moji Port
- 07:30 Arrive at JR Moji Station
- 07:45 Arrive at JR Kokura Station
Advantages & Disadvantages
メリットDelicious meals at the onboard restaurantGood access from urban areas thanks to the shuttle busAffordable fares with online discountsFree Wi-Fi availableReasonable cost considering it includes both accommodation and transportationデメリットTakes longer than a flightThe shuttle bus to Kokura is free, but the ones in Kobe and Izumiotsu require a fareDuring winter, early sunsets and late sunrises make it difficult to enjoy the view from the ferryFares include accommodation, making the overall cost relatively highRelated Article on Sister Ship “Hankyu Ferry Settsu”
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