Ferry Kuniga Travel Experience! How to Book & Fare

2025年3月4日

▼Detailed article on the Oki Ferry

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Ferry Terminals & Access Methods

Tottori Prefecture, Sakaiminato

JR Sakaiminato Station in Tottori Prefecture Icon — JR Sakaiminato Station in Tottori Prefecture

■ Ferry Terminal: Sakaiminato Passenger Service Office
■ Address: 215 Taishōmachi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture 684-0004, 1st Floor Minato Sakaiminato Exchange Center
■ Phone: 0859-44-4281

Access to Sakaiminato

By Train: About 1-minute walk from [JR Sakaiminato Station](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PdkC3yC3y8BnHnYm8)
By Bus: About 2-minute walk from [Sakaiminato Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ffivKSpBuTcxm8XLA)

Shimane Prefecture, Shichirui Port

Shichirui Port in Shimane Prefecture Icon — Shichirui Port in Shimane Prefecture

■ Ferry Terminal: Shichirui Service Office
■ Address: 3246-1 Shichirui, Mihonoseki Town, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture 690-1311
■ Phone: 0852-72-2215

Access to Shichirui Port

By Bus: About 2-minute walk from [Meteo Plaza Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/wrx4nj7Lu2BqfvRcA)

Chibu Village (Island Front), Kurii Port

Kurii Port in Chibu Village Icon — Kurii Port in Chibu Village

■ Ferry Terminal: Kurii Service Office
■ Address: 1730-6 Chibu Village, Oki-gun, Shimane Prefecture 684-0100
■ Phone: 08514-8-2359

Access to Kurii Port

By Bus: About 1-minute walk from [Kurii Port Ferry Terminal Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ExhiEgtGaJNWxyFu9)

Nishinoshima Town (Island Front), Beppu Port

Beppu Port in Nishinoshima Town Icon — Beppu Port in Nishinoshima Town

■ Ferry Terminal: Nishinoshima Service Office
■ Address: 4386-3 Mitahachiman-mae, Nishinoshima Town, Oki-gun, Shimane Prefecture 684-0303
■ Phone: 08514-7-8024

Access to Beppu Port

By Bus: Directly from [Beppu Port Ferry Terminal Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NKS5p7YmonoaBajA7)

Oki Island Town (Island Rear), Saigo Port

Saigo Port in Oki Island Town Icon — Saigo Port in Oki Island Town

■ Ferry Terminal: Saigo Service Office
■ Address: 61 Nakamachi Mekun no Shi, Oki no Shima Town, Oki-gun, Shimane Prefecture 685-0013
■ Phone: 08512-2-2266

Access to Saigo Port

By Bus: About 2-minute walk from [Oki Kisen Boarding Place Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/hCJPQ7cwKwfZwgUC6)

Oki Island Town (Island Rear), Saigo Port

■ Ferry Terminal: Saigo Service Office
■ Address: 61 Nakamachi Mekun no Shi, Oki no Shima Town, Oki-gun, Shimane Prefecture 685-0013
■ Phone: 08512-2-2266

Access to Saigo Port

Airport: About 10 minutes by bus from [Oki Airport to Oki Port Plaza](https://maps.app.goo.gl/m2nqPjcegQTEeCrk8) (520 yen)
By Bus: About 2-minute walk from [Port Plaza Bus Stop](https://maps.app.goo.gl/m2nqPjcegQTEeCrk8)

Shuttle Bus from JR Matsue Station to Shichirui Port or Sakai Port

Port → Station

Station → Port	Ferry Departure Time
Matsue Station (07:50) → Shichirui Port (08:30)	Shichirui Port (09:00)
Sakaiminato Station (08:24) → Shichirui Port (08:39)	Shichirui Port (09:30)
Matsue Station (13:15) → Sakaiminato Station (13:55)	Sakaiminato (14:25)

Station → Port

Ferry Arrival Time	Port → Station
Shichirui Port (17:55)	Shichirui Port (18:00) → Matsue Station (18:40) Shichirui Port (18:00) → Sakaiminato Station (18:15)
Shichirui Port (17:35)	Shichirui Port (17:45) → Matsue Station (18:25)
Sakaiminato (13:20)	Sakaiminato Station (13:25) → Matsue Station (14:05) Sakaiminato Station (13:25) → Shichirui Port (13:40)

The connection bus operates according to the schedule of the “Ferry” and “High-Speed Boat Rainbow Jet” services.

The connection bus timetable varies depending on the season, so please check the latest schedule on the official Oki Kisen website!

▼Oki Kisen Connection Bus Timetable Page
https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/download/dl-timetable/274

Ferry Fares & Prices

	Mainland to Oki	Island Front to Island Rear
Adult	6,000 yen	2,300 yen
Child	3,000 yen	1,200 yen
Student (Junior High and High School)	4,500 yen	1,800 yen
Student (Elementary School)	2,000 yen	1,000 yen
Senior Citizens (Age 65 and above)	5,400 yen	2,100 yen

Note: Additional charges may apply depending on the specific ferry or time of year. If traveling with a pet, please inquire for applicable fees. For details, refer to the official ferry fare page for further updates.

Reservation Method

The Oki Kisen high-speed ferry, Rainbow Jet, is the only one that offers online reservations.
Large ferries (Oki, Kuni-ga, Shirashima) accept reservations only for premium rooms, such as second-class and above.

The ferry I took was the cheapest second-class, so no reservation was needed.

Phone Numbers of Each Sales Office (Reception Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

Shirui Sales Office	0852-72-2215
Sakai Passenger Sales Office	0859-44-4281
Nishigo Sales Office	08512-2-2266
Nishinoshima Sales Office	08514-7-8024
Ami Sales Office	08514-2-0055
Headquarters (Reception Hours: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM)	08512-2-1122

Timetable and Travel Time

Timetable

Oki Kisen Timetable

	Oki	Kuni-ga	Ferry Shirashima	Ferry Shirashima
Sakai Port (Sakai City)	–	–	–	Departure 14:25
Shirui Port (Matsue City)	Departure 9:00	Departure 9:30	–	▼
Kurii Port (Chibu Village)	▼	Arrival 11:30 Departure 11:35	–	▼
Beppu Port (Nishinoshima Town)	▼	Arrival 12:05 Departure 12:20	–	Arrival 17:05 Departure 17:15
Hishura Port (Ami Town)	▼	Arrival 12:40 Departure 12:50	–	▼
Nishigo Port (Okinoshima Town)	Arrival 11:25 Departure 12:05	Arrival 14:00 Departure 15:10	Departure 8:30	Arrival 18:30
Hishura Port (Ami Town)	Arrival 13:15 Departure 15:15	▼	Arrival 9:40 Departure 9:50	–
Beppu Port (Nishinoshima Town)	Arrival 15:30 Departure 15:45	▼	Arrival 10:05 Departure 10:20	–
Kurii Port (Chibu Village)	▼	▼	Arrival 10:50 Departure 10:55	–
Shirui Port (Matsue City)	Arrival 17:55	Arrival 17:35	▼	–
Sakai Port (Sakai City)	–	–	Arrival 13:20	–

Estimated Travel Time

From Shirui Port

Route	Travel Time
Shimane Prefecture (Shirui Port) – Chibu Village (Kurii Port)	2 hours
Shimane Prefecture (Shirui Port) – Nishinoshima Town (Beppu Port)	2 hours 35 minutes
Shimane Prefecture (Shirui Port) – Ami Town (Hishura Port)	3 hours 10 minutes
Shimane Prefecture (Shirui Port) – Okinoshima Town (Nishigo Port \| Direct)	2 hours 25 minutes
Shimane Prefecture (Shirui Port) – Okinoshima Town (Nishigo Port \| Local)	4 hours 30 minutes

From Sakai Port

Route	Travel Time
Tottori Prefecture (Sakai Port) – Chibu Village (Kurii Port)	2 hours 25 minutes
Tottori Prefecture (Sakai Port) – Nishinoshima Town (Beppu Port)	3 hours
Tottori Prefecture (Sakai Port) – Ami Town (Hishura Port)	–
Tottori Prefecture (Sakai Port) – Okinoshima Town (Nishigo Port \| Local)	4 hours 30 minutes

※Sakai Port ferries do not stop at Hishura Port.

The Oki Kisen operating times are as shown above, but please note that there is a annual dry-docking period (regular maintenance), during which ships and schedules may differ.

For detailed information on the vessels in operation, please check the official Oki Kisen website!

▼ Official Oki Kisen Website
https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/timetable

Oki Kisen Boarding Rate

The special second-class room is 1,000 yen more expensive than the standard second-class room, but it was almost full. Even though it wasn’t a busy period, most other rooms were also nearly filled.

Both second-class and special second-class rooms are dormitory-style, with pillows placed on the shelves along the walls. You take only what you need. During busy periods, it’s likely to fill up quickly.

The blue blankets are limited in number, but you can rent them for 30 yen. Please put 30 yen into the payment box if you wish to use one during the cold season.

Onboard Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi onboard Oki Kisen ferries provided by Docomo

There was Docomo Free Wi-Fi onboard the Oki Kisen ferry.

If you need internet access, feel free to connect and use it.

Latest Information & Operational Status

The final decision on the operation of the Oki Kisen Ferry will be made around noon on the day of departure, based on the sea and weather conditions.

The operational status and cancellation rates of the Oki Kisen ferry can be checked on the official Oki Kisen website.

▼ Latest Oki Kisen Ferry Operational Status
https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/situation/

Ferry Kuni-ga Ship Information

Ferry Kuni-ga

Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga docked at Saigo Port

photo by mitemil

▶ Play

Name – Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga
In Service Since – April 1, 1999
Length – 99.50 meters
Gross Tonnage – 2,375 tons
Cruising Speed – 18.90 knots (35.00 km/h)
Passenger Capacity – 823 people
Vehicle Capacity – 26 regular cars, 20 8t trucks

Ferry Kuni-ga Interior Map

▼ Oki Kisen “Ferry Kuni-ga” Interior Map Page
https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/files/original/2022020711121552363b22c82.pdf

Ferry Kuni-ga Interior Introduction

Entrance (4F)

Entrance area inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

Shop (4F)

Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga shop

photo by mitemil

The specialty pork buns were 380 yen, and meat and sweet buns were 180 yen.
Lunch boxes were 750 yen each. (A bit expensive)

Deck Chair Seating (4F)

Deck chair seating area inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

Vending Machine Corner (4F)

Vending machine corner inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

There were vending machines at the entrance on the 4th floor.
Since the shop doesn’t sell drinks, you need to buy from the vending machines if you’re thirsty.
Many passengers’ suitcases were placed in front of the machines.

Restroom (5F)

Restroom inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

There was a restroom on the 5th floor.
To the left upon entering, there was a shared floor space reserved for group bookings.

The sofas in the restroom were quickly filled as soon as the ship started boarding.
Better to sleep in the corridor than not having a seat at all.

Game Corner (5F)

Game corner inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

claw game machines and slot machines in the game corner

Game corner inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

There was a game corner on the 5th floor.
There were several crane games and slot machines.

Since there’s not much to do on the ship, it’s perfect for killing time!

Kids Room (5F)

Kids room inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

Toilets (4F/5F)

Toilets inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

Shower Room (4F)

Shower room inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

The shower costs 200 yen for 3 minutes.

Observation Deck (4F/F5)

Observation deck inside Oki Kisen Ferry Kuni-ga

photo by mitemil

Ferry Kuni-ga FAQ

What are the cancellation fees, fares, and prices for Oki Kisen?

Fare Information

	Mainland to Oki	Shima-mae to Shima-go	Beppu to Hishiu (Shima-mae to Shima-mae)	Hishiu to Koi (Shima-mae to Shima-mae)	Koi to Beppu (Shima-mae to Shima-mae)
Special Room	8,890 yen	4,120 yen	1,150 yen	2,040 yen	2,040 yen
First Class	7,930 yen	3,630 yen	830 yen	1,730 yen	1,730 yen
Standard Class	6,360 yen	2,910 yen	650 yen	1,390 yen	1,390 yen
Special Economy	4,520 yen	2,120 yen	630 yen	1,040 yen	1,040 yen
Economy	3,510 yen	1,600 yen	410 yen	780 yen	780 yen

What is the timetable for Oki Kisen?

	Oki	Kuni-ga	Ferry Shirashima	Ferry Shirashima
Sakaiminato (Sakaiminato City)	–	–	–	Departure 14:25
Shirauo Port (Matsue City)	Departure 9:00	Departure 9:30	–	▼
Koi Port (Chibu Village)	▼	Arrival 11:30 Departure 13:35	–	▼
Beppu Port (Nishinoshima Town)	▼	Arrival 12:05 Departure 12:20	–	Arrival 17:05 Departure 17:15
Hishiu Port (Ama Town)	▼	Arrival 12:40 Departure 12:50	–	▼
Saigo Port (Okinoshima Town)	Arrival 11:25 Departure 12:05	Arrival 14:00 Departure 15:10	Departure 8:30	Arrival 18:30
Hishiu Port (Ama Town)	Arrival 13:15 Departure 15:15	▼	Arrival 9:40 Departure 9:50	–
Beppu Port (Nishinoshima Town)	Arrival 15:30 Departure 15:45	▼	Arrival 10:05 Departure 10:20	–
Koi Port (Chibu Village)	▼	▼	Arrival 10:50 Departure 10:55	–
Shirauo Port (Matsue City)	Arrival 17:55	Arrival 17:35	▼	–
Sakaiminato (Sakaiminato City)	–	–	Arrival 13:20	–

When does Oki Kisen cancel its services, and how can I check the operation status?

The official Oki Kisen website provides real-time updates on the operation status and wave height. The wave height information is based on forecasts from the Japan Meteorological Agency and the Matsue Local Meteorological Observatory, but sometimes also takes into account information from the company’s operating vessels.

In the case of bad weather, the decision to cancel is typically made one hour before departure based on the latest information from sources like the Japan Meteorological Agency. As a general guideline, a high-speed ferry will be canceled when wave height reaches 3m, and a regular ferry will be canceled when it reaches 5m.

For the latest wave height information, please visit Oki Kisen’s official website.

https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/situation/

How do I make a reservation for Oki Kisen?

For vehicle (car or motorcycle) bookings and ferry cabin reservations, reservations are available by phone for cabins above the Standard 2nd class. High-speed ferries can be booked via both phone and online.

For High-Speed Ferries

https://www.oki-kisen.net/reserve-rainbow/users/sign_in

Phone Reservations

(Operating hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
– Shirusen Sales Office: 0852-72-2215
– Sakaiminato Passenger Sales Office: 0859-44-4281
– Saigo Sales Office: 08512-2-2266
– Nishinohama Sales Office: 08514-7-8024
– Amani Sales Office: 08514-2-0055

(Operating hours: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
– Headquarters: 08512-2-1122

Where can I find information on Oki Kisen’s connection buses and timetables?

The connection bus timetable is aligned with the departure and arrival times of both ferries and high-speed boats. Please check the official Oki Kisen website for the “Connection Bus Timetable” page.

▼ Oki Kisen Official Website “Connection Bus Timetable” Page
https://www.oki-kisen.co.jp/download/dl-timetable/274

Onboard Experience & Personal Review

I boarded the Oki Kisen *Ferry Kuniga* from Sakaiminato, Tottori Prefecture to Saigo Port, Oki Island. After stopping at each port (excluding Amani Town’s Hishihura Port), the ferry departed at 2:10 PM from Saigo Port and arrived at Shiru Port at 6:35 PM.

This time, I used the cheapest 2nd-class room, which was almost full. During peak seasons, it gets even more crowded.

Since I boarded in February, it was quite cold, and many people used the blue blankets available for rent at 30 yen each. If you’re traveling in the winter, you should try using the blankets by paying the 30 yen fee at the payment box.

The room had a TV that was playing some videos, but the sound was very low (almost inaudible).

Having a meal in the Restroom after purchasing a bento from the shop on Oki Kisen Ferry

About an hour before arriving at Saigo Port, I bought a bento from the shop onboard. It was 750 yen, and while it seemed a bit pricey for the contents, I didn’t have the energy to walk around Oki Island after arriving, so I ate the meal onboard.

By the time I finished the bento, the waves had become rougher, and the boat started to rock more. I regretted my choice of timing for eating!

The wave height was around 4.0m, and it was particularly rocky between Sakaiminato and Chibu Village, as well as between Nishinohama Town and Saigo Port.

Snow falling on Oki Kisen Ferry's observation deck

When I arrived at Saigo Port, snow was falling, and it was extremely cold. I quickly made my way to my accommodation since the snow had already accumulated on Oki Island.

Advantages & Disadvantages

メリット

You can buy instant noodles and bento boxes at the shop onboard

Convenient access with connection buses from city stations to the ports

Affordable for a 5-hour journey

Free Wi-Fi available

Large luggage can be left at the boarding gates, so there's no need to carry it to the cabin

Boarding and disembarking operations are smooth, even during rough seas, so the ferry usually arrives on time.

デメリット

It takes more time compared to flying

It’s a bit far from Matsue Station to the port (40 minutes by bus)

Winter waves in the Japan Sea can be rough, causing significant rocking of the ferry

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