Review of Umiterashi | Kyushu Yusen | Japan’s Overnight Ferry Experience | Tsushima – Fukuoka

Ferry Terminal – Hakata Port 2nd Terminal
Bus – Hakata Port (Bus) About 1 minute on foot

It took about 15 minutes by bus from In front of Nishinippon City Bank at Hakata Station F (Bus Stop) to Hakata Port (Bus) (240 yen)

Things to Note When Traveling by Bus

Both Bus Lines 88 and 99 head towards Hakata Port, but if you’re taking the Kyushu Yusen ferry, you should use Line 99.
Line 88 will take you to the Hakata Port International Terminal, so be careful!

Ferry Terminal – Hitakatsu Port Domestic Terminal
Bus – Hitakatsu Port (Bus Stop) About 15 minutes on foot

There is quite a distance and a bridge between the bus stop and the port.

The full-flat type rooms are spacious and comfortable.
There are sofas by the windows for enjoying the view!

There are several leather-like pillows in the shelves.
Shared slippers were provided in the shoe cabinet, so you don’t have to change into your own shoes.

Air purifiers were installed in various areas of the ship.
The air purifier locations have one power outlet available for charging.

The ship has three seating areas, including barrier-free seats.
The barrier-free seating area has wider entrances compared to the regular seating areas.

The chair seats are fixed and do not recline.
Although the reclining cannot be adjusted, they have a sloped structure.

Seats by the windows allow you to enjoy the view during the voyage.
Curtains are available to block outside light during sleeping hours.

Located next to the seating area.
It features several sofas and chairs.

The sofas by the windows were popular and were quickly occupied after boarding.

The multipurpose salon includes chairs and sofas.
The wall-side seats have power outlets and Type A USB ports.

Each seating area has power outlets.
If you forgot to bring a power strip but have your charging cord, you’re covered.

Ship Name – Kyushu Yusen Ferry Umiterashi
In Service Since – July 1, 2021
Length – 81.79 meters
Gross Tonnage – 1,125 tons
Speed – 17 knots (31.48 km/h)
Passenger Capacity – 176 (all second-class)
Vehicle Capacity – About 43 cars

The first area you’ll visit upon boarding is the entrance.
The entrance area includes an information desk, restrooms, vending machines, a hot water dispenser, and a cold water machine.

There is a place to store luggage such as suitcases in front of the vending machines on the first floor.
Hand luggage can be secured with belts.

At the information desk on the first floor, blankets are available for rent.
They are rented out for 50 yen each, so it’s a good idea to use one during cold periods or while sleeping!

In front of the information desk on the first floor, there is a space for wheelchairs.

This space is equipped with belts to secure wheelchairs and can also hold some small luggage.

The vending machines are located between the men’s and women’s restrooms.

There are no stores on board, so food items such as bento and cup noodles are not available.
The only food sold is CalorieMate and SoyJoy from the vending machines.

During the voyage, you can use the elevator to move between the first and second floors.
You can also go to the vehicle deck, but it is closed to passengers during the voyage.

Next to the elevator, there are stairs connecting the first and second floors.

The wall features the word “waniura”.

An illustration of the flowering “Hitotsubatago” (also known as Umiterashi) from the Waniura area of Tsushima is depicted on the stairs, resembling the flowers blooming on the slopes of the mountains in May.

On the left side of the stairs, there is a poster about navigation safety, and on the right side, a framed calligraphy of “Umiterashi” by calligrapher Kayo Tanaka from Tsushima is displayed.

The calligraphy of “Umiterashi” displayed is also written on the ship, which is very clear and beautifully suits the ship.

The flower illustration of Umiterashi is scattered throughout the ship, so try to find them!

Restrooms are located on the first floor of the ship.
There is only one restroom each for men, women, and for those with accessibility needs.

The accessible restroom is located next to the information desk on the first floor.
The restroom is spacious and very clean.

The smoking area is located outdoors on the first floor, towards the rear of the ship.
The smoking area is quite basic, with only a pole to sit on and an ashtray.

There are about 10 seats with linked chairs on the outdoor deck.
There is also a trash can, so make sure to dispose of any trash properly and avoid littering in the sea!

The outdoor deck is available on both the first and second floors, allowing you to enjoy different views from various directions.

There is a fishing tackle storage area on the observation deck.

The right side is for rod holders, and the left side is for coolers and similar items.
It’s great to have a dedicated space for those going fishing in Tsushima!