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Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi Review
- Schedule: 00:05 → 02:15 → 04:45 (Approx. 4 hours 55 minutes)
- Route: Fukuoka (Hakata Port) → Iki (Ashibe Port) → Tsushima (Izuhara Port)
- Seat: First Class
- Fare: ¥7,580
Hakata Station, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture.
Tonight, I’ll be boarding Kyushu Yusen’s *Ferry Chikushi* bound for Izuhara Port on Tsushima.
The ferry terminal is “Hakata Pier Terminal 2.”
I took the 22:05 bus from Hakata Station (the last bus leaves at 22:15).
It takes about 15 minutes to reach Hakata Pier, and the fare is ¥240.
Arrived at Hakata Pier around 22:20.
The terminal is just a one-minute walk from the bus stop.
Enter from the first floor and head up to the ticket counter on the second floor.
Hakata Pier Terminal 2 houses two companies:
Nomoshosen (for the Goto Islands) and Kyushu Yusen (for Iki and Tsushima).
After completing check-in, I waited in the seating area in front of the counters.
At 23:57, the boarding announcement was made.
Departure was scheduled for 00:05.
Boarding started almost immediately after the announcement.
I arrived at my cabin on the second floor — a *First Class* room, the highest-grade accommodation on the ship.
Despite being the most expensive, it’s a shared room, not a private cabin.
Four sets of pillows and blankets were prepared inside.
While I was organizing my luggage, a crew member came by with a binder, providing information about late check-out for the next morning.
At 00:05, the ferry departed Hakata Port right on schedule.
The lights were dimmed about 30 minutes later, so I took a short nap.
At 02:15, we arrived at Ashibe Port on Iki Island.
Only a few passengers disembarked, and the stop lasted about five minutes.
Ten minutes later, the ferry set sail again toward Tsushima.
At 04:45, we arrived at Izuhara Port on Tsushima.
Most passengers disembarked during the first unloading.
Afterward, the gangway was removed.
At 05:06, all power in the cabin momentarily went out.
A few seconds later, it came back on.
The air purifier and lights stopped, leaving the room in complete silence.
At 06:20, I bought cup noodles (¥250) and water (¥150) from the vending machine.
Using the hot water dispenser on the first floor, I prepared breakfast in the Sky Lounge on the top deck.
About 20 minutes later, I disembarked and headed to the bus stop.
At 07:03, the bus left Izuhara Port right on time.
The ride to Hitakatsu took about 2 hours and 25 minutes.
It was the first bus of the day, shared with local students on their way to school.
I asked the driver for a “one-day free pass” and bought one for ¥1,040.
For reference, a one-way trip from Izuhara to Hitakatsu costs ¥3,380 —
so the pass is definitely worth it.
Thank you for reading to the end!
Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi – Ship Information
- Vessel Name – Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi
- Launch Date – April 1, 1994
- Overall Length – 97.37 meters
- Gross Tonnage – 1,926 tons
- Service Speed – 19 knots (approx. 35.18 km/h)
- Passenger Capacity – 674 people
- Vehicle Capacity – Approximately 80 cars
Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi – Ship Map
Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi Onboard Tour
Main Entrance (2F)
Information Desk (2F)
Vending Machines (2F)
Passenger Bench Seats (1F/2F)
Fishing Tackle Storage (2F)
Game Corner (6F)
Toilets (1F/2F)
Sky Lounge (2F)
Kyushu Yusen – Routes and Travel Times
| Route | Travel Time | |
| ★ | Fukuoka (Hakata) – Iki (Ashibe) | Approx. 2 hr 10 min |
| ★ | Fukuoka (Hakata) – Iki (Gonoura) | Approx. 2 hr 20 min |
| ★ | Fukuoka (Hakata) – Iki (Ashibe) – Tsushima (Izuhara) | Approx. 4 hr 40 min |
| ★ | Fukuoka (Hakata) – Iki (Gonoura) – Tsushima (Izuhara) | Approx. 4 hr 45 min |
| ★ | Iki (Ashibe) – Tsushima (Izuhara) | Approx. 2 hr 20 min |
| ★ | Iki (Gonoura) – Tsushima (Izuhara) | Approx. 2 hr 10 min |
| ■ | Saga (Karatsu East) – Iki (Indoji) | Approx. 1 hr 45 min |
| ● | Fukuoka (Hakata) – Tsushima (Hitakatsu) | Approx. 4 hr 55 min |
Access to Kyushu Yusen Ferry Terminals (Major Stations & Airports)
■From Fukuoka Airport(By Bus: approx. 44 min / 520 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Bus | Fukuoka Airport Domestic Terminal South | Hakata Bus Terminal 1F | Approx. 16 min 280 JPY |
| Bus | Hakata Ekimae Nishinippon City Bank (Stop F) | Hakata Pier | Approx. 15 min 240 JPY |
■From Fukuoka Airport(By Train + Bus: approx. 20 min / 500 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Train | Fukuoka Airport Station | Hakata Station | Approx. 5 min 260 JPY |
| Bus | Hakata Ekimae Nishinippon City Bank (Stop F) | Hakata Pier | Approx. 15 min 240 JPY |
■From Hakata Station(By Bus: approx. 15 min / 240 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Bus | Hakata Ekimae Nishinippon City Bank (Stop F) | Hakata Pier | Approx. 15 min 240 JPY |
★Tips for Taking the Bus
Bus No. 99 → goes to Hakata Port (Kyushu Yusen Ferry Terminal)
Bus No. 88 → goes to the International Terminal
■ From Iki Airport (approx. 1 hr / 1,390 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Bus | Iki Airport | Shindo (Gonoura) | Approx. 15 min 620 JPY |
| Bus | Shindo (Gonoura) | Ashibe Port | Approx. 40 min 770 JPY |
| Walk | Ashibe Port Bus Stop | Ashibe Port | Approx. 1 min |
▼ Iki Kotsu Official Website
https://iki-kotsu.com/regular-route-bus/#toc2
■ From Iki Airport (approx. 35 min / 620 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Bus | Iki Airport | Honmachi | Approx. 25 min 620 JPY |
| Walk | Honmachi Bus Stop | Gonoura Port | Approx. 9 min |
▼ Iki Kotsu Official Website
https://iki-kotsu.com/regular-route-bus/#toc2
■ From Iki Airport (approx. 13 min / 250 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time／Fare | |
| Bus | Iki Airport Bus Stop | Indoji Bus Stop | Approx. 8 min 250 JPY |
| Walk | Indoji Bus Stop | Indoji Port | Approx. 5 min |
▼ Iki Kotsu Official Website
https://iki-kotsu.com/regular-route-bus/#toc2
■Tsushima Yamaneko Airport (Approx. 36 min / Fare: 750 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time / Fare | |
| Bus | Tsushima Yamaneko Airport | Izuhara Port Domestic Terminal (Bus Stop) | Approx. 36 min 750 JPY |
| Walk | Izuhara Port Domestic Terminal Bus Stop | Izuhara Port Domestic Terminal | Approx. 1 min |
■Tsushima Yamaneko Airport (Approx. 2 hr 31 min / Fare: 3,090 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time | |
| Bus | Tsushima Yamaneko Airport Bus Stop | Hitakatsu Port Bus Stop | Approx. 1 hr 58 min 3,090 JPY |
| Walk | Hitakatsu Port Bus Stop | Hitakatsu Port Domestic Terminal | Approx. 14 min |
▼Tsushima Kotsu Official Website
http://tsushima-traffic.com/bus/11
■Saga Airport (Approx. 1 hr 57 min / Fare: 2,110 JPY)
| Departure | Arrival | Time / Fare | |
| Bus | Saga Airport Bus Stop | Saga Station Bus Center (Platform 1) | Approx. 35 min 1,300 JPY |
| Train | Saga Station | Nishi-Karatsu Station | Approx. 1 hr 13 min 600 JPY |
| Bus | Nishi-Karatsu Station Bus Stop | Karatsu East Port Bus Stop | Approx. 9 min 210 JPY |
▼Nishi-Karatsu Station – Karatsu East Port Bus Timetable
| Nishi-Karatsu Station → Karatsu East Port | Karatsu East Port → Nishi-Karatsu Station |
| 07:37→07:48 | 09:38→09:47 |
| 13:00→13:11 | 14:14→14:23 |
| 16:19→16:30 | 18:56→19:05 |
▼Showa Bus Official Website
https://showa-bus.jp
Kyushu Yusen Ferry Timetable
■Hakata Port → Iki → Izuhara Port
| Hakata Port | Iki | Izuhara Port |
| 00:05 | Ashibe Port Arr. 02:15 Dep. 02:25 |
04:45 |
| 10:00 | Gonoura Port Arr. 12:20 Dep. 12:35 |
14:45 |
| 20:35 | Gonoura Port Arr. 22:55 |
– |
■Izuhara Port → Iki → Hakata Port
| Izuhara Port | Iki | Hakata Port |
| – | Gonoura Port 07:00 |
09:25 |
| 08:50 | Ashibe Port Arr. 11:05 Dep. 11:15 |
13:25 |
| 15:25 | Gonoura Port Arr. 17:30 Dep. 17:45 |
20:10 |
| Hakata Port → Hitakatsu Port | Hitakatsu Port → Hakata Port |
| 22:30 → 03:25 | 16:20 → 20:55 |
| Karatsu East Port → Indoji Port | Indoji Port → Karatsu East Port |
| 08:40 → 10:25 | 08:20 → 10:00 |
| 10:20 → 12:05 | 10:50 → 12:30 |
| 13:20 → 15:05 | 13:20 → 15:00 |
| 15:30 → 17:15 | 15:30 → 17:10 |
| 18:20 → 20:05 | 17:30 → 19:10 |
Schedules may vary by season, so it’s recommended to check the official website for the latest updates before boarding.
Kyushu Yusen – Ferry Fares & Prices
■ Hakata ⇔ Iki
| 1st Class | 4,000 JPY |
| 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 3,480 JPY |
| 2nd Class | 2,960 JPY |
■ Hakata ⇔ Izuhara
| 1st Class | 7,580 JPY |
| 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 6,530 JPY |
| 2nd Class | 5,490 JPY |
■ Iki ⇔ Izuhara
| 1st Class | 3,890 JPY |
| 2nd Class Reserved Seat | 3,360 JPY |
| 2nd Class | 2,840 JPY |
Fares may change depending on the season, so please check the official website for the latest information before boarding.
Kyushu Yusen Ferry Chikushi – Cabin Types
1st Class Cabin (2F)
Second-Class Reserved (2F)
Second-Class Room (1F)
Items Provided in Each Room
- Power outlets
- Air purifier
- Hangers
- Shared slippers
- Full-length mirror
- Semi-transparent sanitary bag
- Television
Kyushu Yusen – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The main difference is that first-class rooms accommodate 4–8 passengers, while second-class rooms are large dormitory-style rooms for dozens of people.
I booked a first-class room, and according to the room guide, “you may share the room with others if the ferry is crowded.”
Since it’s a smaller-capacity room (up to 4 people), it’s more comfortable than second-class — recommended for those who prefer a quieter space.
You can check the operation status and cancellation rates on the official website operated by Kyushu Yusen,
or via “Kyushu Norimono Info.com.”
▼ Kyushu Norimono Info.com (for real-time ferry operation updates)
http://www.norimono-info.com/frame_set.php?disp=group&type=ship
▼ Kyushu Yusen official news and updates
https://www.kyu-you.co.jp/whatsnew/
Online reservations are available for the jetfoil only.
Membership registration is required.
Reservations can be made by phone from one month before departure until the day before sailing
for First-Class, Reserved Second-Class, vehicle boarding, and groups of 15 or more.
*Second-Class (free seating) tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis at the port on the day of departure (ticket counters open one hour before departure).
There are no special discounts for phone or online reservations.
Kyushu Yusen’s discount programs apply only to high-speed vessels.
Even with a reservation, you may not be allowed to board if you arrive right before departure.
If you are bringing a vehicle, please complete check-in at least 1 hour and 30 minutes before departure.
Allow plenty of time to reach the port.
Reservations are accepted by phone from one month before departure until the day before sailing.
Please check your vehicle registration for the exact length before booking.
Reservations for special luggage (motorcycles, bicycles, etc.) are not accepted.
*When reserving a vehicle, you can book accompanying passengers together regardless of cabin class.
Small dogs and cats are allowed inside the cabin only if they are kept in a closed cage or carrier bag.
Large dogs are only permitted on the ferry deck.
Yes, free Wi-Fi (“FreeSpot”) is available on board.
The connection worked, though the signal strength fluctuated — usable but somewhat unstable.
Yes. After the late-night ferry arrives, you can rest on board until 7:00 a.m.
However, this service is not available on temporary or maintenance-period sailings.
The first bus departs at 7:03 a.m.
Since the night ferry arrives at 4:45 a.m., you’ll need to wait more than two hours.
The post-arrival onboard rest service is quite convenient for this.
Disembarkation at Izuhara Port happens in two stages.
If you choose to stay on board, you cannot leave after the first disembarkation.
You must wait until the second disembarkation (around 7:00 a.m., from the first-floor exit).
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