Review of Jetfoil Toppy and Rocket | Japan’s Travel | Kagoshima to Tanegashima and Yakushima

The high-speed boat Rocket, which I boarded this time, has a total of 241 seats.
At the front, there are four special seats called “Super Seats,” so if you have some extra cash to spare, reserving these special seats and boarding might be a good idea (^-^).

The seats are just the right size, with enough room to stretch your legs comfortably.
On the right side of the seat, there’s a black button for reclining, allowing you to adjust the angle to your preference, although it doesn’t recline too deeply.
Wearing a seatbelt is mandatory during the voyage.

The armrests of the seats are adjustable. There were retractable tables available, and they had drink holders carved out where you could insert a water bottle.

However, since the drink holder is designed for slim bottles, there is a possibility that some items might slip through, so it’s necessary to be cautious depending on what you place there (~_~;)

Inside the high-speed boat, there was a safety pamphlet detailing the rules and precautions to follow while onboard, along with discount coupons for use around Tane Island and Yakushima Island. The black etiquette bag, semi-transparent with handles, was opaque, making it difficult to see what’s inside, which is a nice touch.

Life jackets were stored under the seats, so in case of emergency, passengers are instructed to wear the safety jackets located under the seats and follow the staff’s instructions. Seats by the window had curtains for light shielding, which is a nice feature.

Above the seats, there are storage spaces where you can place carry-on items such as backpacks.

For passengers carrying large suitcases, there is a dedicated luggage storage area on the first floor where you can place your luggage before proceeding to your respective seats.

There is a vending machine located near the entrance of the ship, next to the staircase leading to the second floor. Since passengers are not allowed to stand during the voyage, it’s necessary to make purchases before departure.

There are toilets on both the first and second floors. The Rocket 2, which I boarded this time, had three toilets on the first floor and one on the second floor.

Kagoshima Port

Platform – Minato Terminal for Passenger Ships
Train – Izuro-dori Station to Minato Terminal for Passenger Ships – About 16 minutes on foot
Bus – High-Speed Ferry Terminal (Bus Stop) to Minato Terminal for Passenger Ships – About 6 minutes on foot

From Kagoshima Chuo Station to the High-Speed Ferry Terminal, it takes about 18 minutes on foot, and the fare is 180 yen.
You can take the Karasomachi Line bus operated by Kagoshima Kotsu to the High-Speed Ferry Terminal.

Yakushima Port

Platform – Yakushima Port
Train – JR Yakushima Station – About 17 minutes on foot

From JR Kagoshima Chuo Station to Yakushima Station, it takes about 1 hour by rapid train [Ibusuki-Makurazaki Line], and then transfer to the bus from in front of Izuro Station (Bus Stop) to Sako Kita (Bus Stop) takes about 1 minute (160 yen) to arrive.
Since it’s only a minute by bus, it might be good to walk there too!

Nishinoomote Port

Platform – Tanegashima Yakushima High-Speed Ferry Passenger Terminal
Bus – Get off at Nishinoomote Port (Bus Stop)

Miyanoura Port

Platform – Miyanoura Port
Bus – Approx. 1 minute walk from Miyanoura Port (Bus Stop)
The bus stop is located next to the taxi stand.

Anbo Port

Platform – Anbo Port
Bus – Approx. 1 minute walk from Anbo Port (Bus Stop)
Approx. 15-minute drive from Yakushima Airport