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Osaka to Fukuoka – Review of FERRY KYOTO! Meimon Taiyo Ferry’s Cruise

FERRY KYOTO (フェリーきょうと) is a vessel operated by City Line Meimon Taiyo Ferry, providing service between Fukuoka and Osaka in both directions.

This newly built vessel commenced operation on December 16, 2021, operating between Shin Moji Port in Fukuoka Prefecture and Osaka Port in Osaka Prefecture. It succeeds the previous Ferry Kyoto II, which operated from September 3, 2002, to January 14, 2022.

We recently had the opportunity to board Meimon Taiyo Ferry’s FERRY KYOTO! In this article, we’ll share tips for enjoying the ferry trip and our impressions of the boarding experience.

▼Article on our sister ship, FERRY FUKUOKA

FERRY KYOTO : Introduction of Specifications

Entrance inside the prestigious Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
  1. Name : Meimon Taiyo Ferry – FERRY KYOTO
  2. Length : 195 meters
  3. Gross Tonnage : 15,025 tons
  4. Sailing Speed: 23.2 knots (42.96 km/h)
  5. Passenger Capacity: 675 passengers
  6. Cargo Capacity: 140 passenger cars, 162 trucks

Onboard Introduction of the FERRY KYOTO

Entrance(6F)

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Entrance inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Entrance inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Entrance inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The entrance is a distinctive atrium space with a symmetrical design.
It is located right in front of the boarding gate.

information&Store(6F)

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Information center and shop inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Information center and shop inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Information center and shop inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

A wide range of souvenirs and snacks from Kansai and Kyushu were available, as well as beverages and daily necessities.
Many amenity goods such as towels, slippers, shampoo, and razors are also available for purchase, so don’t worry if you couldn’t prepare shower goods in advance.
Be sure to check out the original goods available only on board.

Promenade(6F)

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Promenade inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Promenade inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Promenade inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The promenade had many windows, swivel fixed chairs, and long tables.
When we boarded, there were many people eating on the promenade with food.

TV Lounge(6F/7F)

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TV lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
TV lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
TV lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The TV lounge is a rest area with a large LCD TV.
Several people spent time in the TV lounge while boarding the ship.

It was also located next to the observation lounge on the 7th floor.

Kids' Room(6F)

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Kids room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Kids room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Kids room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

There was also a place for children to play.
The kids’ room has a slide and a TV showing cartoons.

There is also a sofa where parents can sit and watch their children.
The kids’ corner can be accessed at any time from the time of embarkation until the ship arrives in port.

Toilet(6F/7F)

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Toilet on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Toilet on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Toilet on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

There are two men’s and two women’s restrooms on the 6th and 7th floors, respectively.
The restrooms were very clean and neat.

Barrier-free toilets(6F)

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Barrier-free restroom on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Barrier-free restroom on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Barrier-free restroom on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

It looks spacious enough to move around in a wheelchair.
There was a large diaper changing table for babies in the multipurpose restroom.
The restroom is barrier-free, but it is also equipped with a shower room.

The shower room in the multipurpose restroom was equipped with three kinds of shampoo, conditioner, and body soap.
There is also a hair dryer so you can dry your hair (free and unlimited use).

Game Corner(6F)

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Game corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Game corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Game corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The game corner had several crane game machines and slot machines.
It is nice to have a little place to play even on a ship that tends to be boring.

The game corner can be accessed at any time from the time of embarkation until the ship enters port.

Vending machine corner(6F)

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Vending machine corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Vending machine corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Vending machine corner inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

In addition to beverages, vending machines offered cup noodles and ice cream.
The vending machine corner was also equipped with a water machine, a machine for charging smartphones, and a microwave oven for heating food.

This is a great way to heat up lunch boxes, bread, and other food.
Incidentally, there was also a vending machine exclusively for alcohol (mostly beer)! (mostly beer).

Coin Locker(6F)

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Coin locker on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Coin locker on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Coin locker on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

Refrigerated lockers are mainly used to cool drinks such as juice, and to store souvenirs that require refrigeration.
Coin-operated lockers are convenient for storing large items such as valuables and souvenirs!

Coin Locker Small: JPY ¥100 – (H)39 cm × (W)35 cm × (D)45 cm
Medium JPY ¥200 – (H)53 cm × (W)35 cm × (D)45 cm
Large: JPY ¥300 – (H)80 cm × (W)35 cm × (D)51 cm
Refrigerated Locker 200 yen – (H)30 cm × (W)36 cm × (D)33 cm
Safety Box Free (PIN type)
Mobile Phone Charger 100 yen per 30 minutes (iPhone, smartphone compatible)
Public Telephone Satellite Public Telephone
First call (34 seconds) 100 yen
Additional call (60 seconds) 100 yen

Shower Room(7F)

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Shower room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Shower room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Shower room on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The shower rooms are located in the main bathroom.
The blue curtain is for men and the red curtain is for women.

The shower rooms are equipped with conditioner, shampoo, and body soap.

Towels, toothbrushes, and other amenities are not provided, so please prepare them in advance!

In the shower rooms, hot water comes out differently depending on how hard you press the faucet, as a water-saving measure.
When I used the shower, I measured by feel how long the hot water kept coming out, and the maximum was about 20 seconds.

There are only two hair dryers in the shower room, so if the room is crowded, you have to share the use of the hair dryer.
The shower room can be used at any time from the time of embarkation until before the ship enters port.

Grand Bath(7F)

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An observation bathroom inside the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
An observation bathroom inside the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
An observation bathroom inside the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The men’s and women’s bathing areas are located in different areas, with the blue curtain for men and the red curtain for women.
The blue curtain is for men, and the red curtain is for women. The bathtubs overlook the ocean during the voyage.

Observation lounge(7F)

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Observation Lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Observation Lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Observation Lounge on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The observation lounge is a resting spot with large windows that provide an indoor view of the outside scenery.
The lounge was furnished with sofas and chairs.

There were fewer lights than in other areas, creating a more relaxed atmosphere.

Smoking Room(6F/7F/8F)

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Smoking area on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Smoking area on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Smoking area on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

One smoking room was provided on each floor.
The inside was simple, with no chairs, just an ashtray and a trash can.

There was a long, narrow ventilation opening in the ceiling.

Observation Deck(7F/8F)

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Observation deck inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Observation deck inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Observation deck inside Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

You can see various views of the Seto Inland Sea, including a star-filled starry sky, illuminated bridges and cityscapes at night, and the open sea in the early morning.
At times, the ship is crowded with passengers as it passes through the three bridges and when it departs from port.

The list of operating hours for onboard facilities of the FERRY KYOTO

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The Second flight departs at 19:50

Information desk 18:30 ~ 24:00/6:40 to port arrival
Store 18:30 ~ 22:30/6:40 to port arrival
Restaurant 19:00 ~ 21:30/6:40 to 20 minutes before port arrival
Grand bath 18:30 ~ 24:00/6:40 to 10 minutes before port arrival
Shower room 18:30 to 10 minutes before port arrival
Economy Tourist
Lights out time
22:30
Economy Tourist
Lighting Hours
6:20

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The observation restaurant aboard the FERRY KYOTO (6F)

Exhibition Restaurant Prices

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Fare for the Exhibition Restaurant on the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Fare for the Exhibition Restaurant on the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Fare for the Exhibition Restaurant on the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

Exhibition Restaurant Prices

Breakfast Buffet Dinner Buffet
Adult ¥750 ¥1,600
Silver ¥750 ¥1,280
Child ¥1,600 ¥500
Infant (4-5 years old) Free ¥500

When you purchase both breakfast and dinner together, the usual ¥2,350 price is discounted to ¥2,150, saving you ¥200!

Alcoholic Beverages

Draft Beer (Medium) *Vending Machine ¥500
Kuro Kirishima (Sweet Potato) 200ml ¥320
Kuro Kirishima (Sweet Potato) 900ml ¥1,100
Kuro Isanishiki (Sweet Potato) 200ml ¥320
Kuro Isanishiki (Sweet Potato) 900ml ¥1,100
Hakushika (Sake) *Draft ¥740
Wine (Red / White) ¥1,260
Bottled Beer (Medium) ¥500
Hakutake (Rice) 900ml ¥1,050
Tsukigakure (Sake) 180ml ¥380

Dinner Menu

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Plate of Dinner Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Plate of Dinner Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Plate of Dinner Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

Chinese and Steamed Dishes

– Mapo Tofu
– Qingjiao Rousi (Stir-Fried Pork with Green Peppers)
– Boiled Shrimp
– Eight Treasure Vegetables
– Soup Dumplings
– Steamed Potatoes

Simmered and Boiled Dishes

– Nikujaga (Beef and Potato Stew)
– Simmered Daikon and Thick Fried Tofu
– Simmered Red Snapper and Snow Peas
– Ginger-Flavored Simmered Sardines
– Chikuzenni (Simmered Chicken and Vegetables)
– Simmered Pumpkin and Edamame
– Oden (Japanese Hot Pot)

Fried Dishes

– French Fries
– Minced Meat Cutlet
– Iso Tempura (Seaweed Tempura)
– Spring Rolls
– Fried Shrimp
– Fried Fish
– Chicken Karaage (Fried Chicken)
– Fried Burdock Roots
– Fried Oysters
– Fried Edamame
– Ebisen (Shrimp Chips)

Noodles

– Udon Noodles
– Yakisoba (Stir-Fried Noodles)
– Yakisoba Noodles
– Tomato Spaghetti

Seafood

– Bonito Tataki (Seared Bonito)
– Boiled Shrimp

Side Dishes

– Sashimi Konjac (Sliced Konjac with Seaweed)
– Grilled Eggplant
– Namasu (Pickled Vegetables)
– Kinpira (Burdock Root Stir-Fry)
– Edamame
– Takoyaki (Octopus Balls)
– Spanish Mackerel Nanbanzuke (Marinated Fish)
– Sweet and Spicy Kimchi
– Spicy Konjac
– Salad Bar
– Mimigaa (Sliced Pig Ears)

Grain Dishes

– Baked Curry
– Rice

Soups

– Miso Soup
– Soup

Desserts

– Cut Cake (Strawberry and Chocolate)
– Mini Chocolate Mousse Cake
– Petit Cake
– Sesame Dumplings
– Warabi Mochi (Bracken Starch Dumplings with Matcha and Kinako)
– White Rice Cracker Sticks
– Cornflakes
– Chocolate Spray
– Soft Serve Ice Cream

Breakfast Menu

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Plate of Breakfast Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
Plate of Breakfast Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto
photo by mitemil
Plate of Breakfast Dishes on Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

Meat and Fish Dishes

– Boiled Wieners
– Meatballs
– Grilled Mackerel with Salt
– Fish Paste
– Grilled Hake

Egg Dishes

– Boiled Eggs
– Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelette)
– Scrambled Eggs

Salads

– Macaroni Salad
– Mixed Salad
– Sweet Corn
– Broccoli

Side Dishes

– Kinpira (Burdock Root Stir-Fry)
– Gomoku Unohana (Simmered Soybeans with Vegetables)
– Spinach
– Grated Radish
– Hijiki Seaweed
– Simmered Dried Radish

Soups

– Beef Curry
– Miso Soup

Main Dishes

– Rice
– Bread (Butter Roll, Sliced Bread)

Desserts

– Yogurt
– Fruit Punch

Boating Terminal & Directions for the FERRY KYOTO

Osaka

Osaka Nanko Ferry Terminal
Osaka Nanko Ferry Terminal
photo by mitemil
Osaka Nanko Ferry Terminal

Boarding Point – Osaka Nanko
Train – Approx. 1 minutes on foot from Ferry Terminal Station
Bus – Approx. 4 minutes on foot from Nanko Ferry Terminal (bus stop)

It takes about 23 minutes from Sakaihigashi Station (bus stop) to Nanko Ferry Terminal (bus stop).
(Adult 510 yen, Children 210 yen)

Fukuoka

Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kitakyushu Shinmoji Port Terminal
Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kitakyushu Shinmoji Port Terminal
photo by mitemil
Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kitakyushu Shinmoji Port Terminal

Boarding Point – Shinmoji Port Ferry terminal
Bus – Approx. 40 minutes by bus (free of charge) from JR Kokura Station(Bus Stop)
Bus – Approx. 40 minutes by bus (free of charge) from JR Moji Station Osato Akarenga Town(Bus Stop)

If you want to use the free shuttle bus with a wheelchair, you need to call at least one week before boarding to inform them that you will be using a wheelchair.

Timetable of the free shuttle bus to Shin Mojiko Ferry Terminal

JR Kokura Station Shinkansen Exit (North Exit) 15:40 18:40
JR Moji Station Osato Akarenga Town Exit (North Exit) 16:00 19:00
Shinmoji Port Terminal 16:20 19:20

How much is the fare/fee/price for boarding FERRY KYOTO

Famous Taiyo Ferry Kyoto boarding ticket
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Room Type Normal Season Busy season
Suite JPY ¥22,390 JPY ¥24,060
Deluxe JPY ¥19,890 JPY ¥21,560
Superior JPY ¥16,840 JPY ¥17,990
First J JPY ¥14,240 JPY ¥15,390
First B JPY ¥14,240 JPY ¥15,390
First S JPY ¥11,840 JPY ¥15,390
Private S JPY ¥10,840 JPY ¥11,360
Comfort JPY ¥10,040 JPY ¥10,560
Tourist JPY ¥8,740 JPY ¥9,260
See rates from Monday, January 1, 2024 to Sunday, March 31, 2024

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We recommend that you book online to get a 20% discount on the fare!

For new fare information, please check the “Fare Page” on the official Meimon Taiyo Ferry website.

▼Meimon Taiyo Ferry Official Website Fare Page

https://www.cityline.co.jp/english/fare_charges

How to book FERRY KYOTO

Book online24-hour servicehttps://www.cityline.co.jp/reserve/operation
Phone reservation9:00 ~ 18:30
(open all year round)
Meimon Taiyo Ferry Passenger Booking Center
050-3784-9680

▼Meimon Taiyo Ferry Official Booking Site

https://www.cityline.co.jp/english/

Latest information and operation of KYOTO

The final decision on Meimon Taiyo Ferry’s operation will be made around noon on the day of departure based on marine and weather conditions.

You can check Meimon Taiyo Ferry’s operation status and cancellation rate from the official website operated by Meimon Taiyo Ferry.

▼Meimon Taiyo Ferry Latest Operation Status

https://www.cityline.co.jp/english/

Meimon Taiyo Ferry’s Timetable & Travel Time

The one-way trip takes approx. 12 hours and 40 minutes.

Flight NameShinmoji Port → Osaka Nanko PortOsaka Nanko Port → Shinmoji Port
1st Flight17:00→05:30 17:00→05:30
2nd Flight19:50→08:30 19:50→08:30

Walking passengers must complete boarding procedures 30 minutes prior to departure, while car drivers must complete boarding procedures 60 minutes prior during normal periods and 90 minutes prior during peak periods.

The type of ship differs depending on the boarding date, so please check the official website to confirm the ship in advance!

▼ Meimon Taiyo Ferry official website

https://www.cityline.co.jp/english/

Free Wi-Fi available on board FERRY KYOTO

A paper with instructions on how to use the free Wi-Fi on board Meimon Taiyo Ferry Kyoto.

There was free Wi-Fi on board.

Free Wi-Fi is available only in public spaces.

When I went back to my room with the Wi-Fi connected, the connection was interrupted.

The free Wi-Fi is available for 30 minutes at a time, up to three times a day, and resets at midnight.

The inconvenient thing about this Wi-Fi is that you can only use it for a maximum of 1 hour and 30 minutes in a day, and you have to reconnect every 30 minutes.

FERRY KYOTO Concept “The appearance of an ancient city”

A work depicting the appearance of the ancient capital on the 8th floor of the prestigious Taiyo Ferry Kyoto

The interior concept of the new FERRY KYOTO, the largest ship ever built, is “The appearance of an ancient city”.

The interior of the ship, with its Japanese taste, evokes a Japanese atmosphere.

On the walls of the corridor where the 8th-floor suites and deluxe rooms are located, there are objects of autumn leaves that evoke Kyoto and paintings depicting Mt.

Timetable of Major Bridges Along the Voyage

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

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Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
photo by mitemil
Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

Suspension bridge connecting Kobe City and Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture

Length of bridge – 3,911m

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge opened to traffic in 1998.
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge is known as a tourist attraction in Japan and abroad for its striking beauty and advanced technology.

It is also an important piece of regional transportation infrastructure connecting Honshu and Awaji Island.

Great Seto Bridge

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Great Seto Bridge
Great Seto Bridge
photo by mitemil
Great Seto Bridge

Suspension bridge connecting Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture and Sakaide City in Kagawa Prefecture

Bridge Length – 12,300m

The Seto Ohashi Bridge opened in 1988 and serves as an important transportation infrastructure connecting Shikoku and Honshu by land.

The Seto Ohashi Bridge is also known as a tourist attraction due to its beautiful scenery and technical aspects.

Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge

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Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge
Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge
photo by mitemil
Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge

Suspension bridge connecting Imabari City and Oshima Island in Ehime Prefecture

Bridge Length – 4,105m

The Kurushima Kaikyo Bridge is the world’s first triple suspension bridge connecting Oshima and Imabari.
Because the bridge spans a complex sea area with high tidal current speeds, it was designed with marine navigation in mind, bringing together the experience of the Seto and Akashi Kaikyo bridges and the latest technology.

Flight NameSea routeKurushima Kaikyo BridgeGreat Seto BridgeAkashi Straits Bridge
1st flight(17:00)Shin Moji Port→Osaka Nanko22:3000:4504:10
2nd flight(19:50)Shin Moji Port→Osaka Nanko01:2503:4007:10
1st flight(17:00)Osaka Nanko → Shin-Moji Port23:5021:3518:10
2nd flight(19:50)Osaka Nanko → Shin-Moji Port02:5000:3021:05

My impressions of the FERRY KYOTO

This time we boarded the newly built FERRY KYOTO of the Meimon Taiyo Ferry Co.

The new ferry was very clean and cozy inside the building!

Even with breakfast and dinner buffet included, the one-way fare was less than 10,000 yen.

If you are planning to board the Ferry Fukuoka on the Osaka ⇔ Shin-Mojiko route, please be careful!

Have a nice trip! (^o^)/

▼Article about our sister ship “FERRY FUKUOKA”

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