Chubu Region List of Participating Companies
Niigata Prefecture
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Sado Steam Ship Co.,Ltd.
We connect Sado island with the nearest cities, including the city of Niigata and the city of Joetsu, running car ferries and jetfoils (express boats) on the daily basis.
Two routes are depending on your needs.
・Niigata Port (Niigata City) ⇔ Ryotsu Port (Sado City), with two and a half hours by car ferry or 67 minutes by jetfoil.
・Naoetsu Port (Joetsu City) ⇔ Ogi Port (Sado City), with two hours and 40 minutes by car ferry, is convenient for travelers from Kansai and Chubu Region.
The number of ferry and jetfoil services varies according to season, so please check the timetable on our website.
Enjoy strolling along the deck in the sun, grab a bite to eat in a café, or hop on a round trip among Niigata, Sado and Joetsu ! All abroad!
Credit card payment, free Wi-Fi service, breastfeeding room, dog run, companion animal cage, and multilingual information displays are available.
<Nearby Sightseeing Spots>
・Futatsugame: A picturesque beach with islets that resemble two turtles closely nestling. You can enjoy the most dynamic scenery and pristine nature, including beach-bathing in the crystal clear water.
・Kitazawa Flotation Plant: Historical heritage site that contributed to the modernization of Sado silver and gold mines. Light-up and projection mapping events are held at night, and the mysterious appearance of the plant attracts visitors day and night.
・Sado Nishimikawa Gold Park: A hands-on museum where visitors can learn all about gold on Sado Island. You can even pan for gold here.
<Access to the terminal>
Niigata Port: 15 minutes by bus or taxi from JR Niigata Station, approximately 3 hours from JR Tokyo Station by Shinkansen (bullet train).
Naoetsu Port: 20 minutes by bus or taxi from JR Naoetsu Station, 30 minutes by bus or taxi from JR Joetsu Myoko Station
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Shinnihonkaiferry Co.,Ltd
Maizuru Port (Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture) and Otaru Port (Otaru City, Hokkaido),
Tsuruga Port (Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture) and Tomakomai East Port (Yufutsu-gun, Hokkaido)
Niigata Port (Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture) and Otaru Port (Otaru City, Hokkaido)
Tsuruga Port (Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture)-Niigata Port (Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture)-Akita Port (Akita City, Akita Prefecture)-Tomakomai East Port (Yufutsu-gun, Hokkaido) *Only one service to Tsuruga Port per week
Four routes are operated by large car ferries.
Each route offers a variety of accommodations, from budget-priced cabins to suites with private terraces and bathrooms with sea views,
The Grill, Restaurant, and Café offer a variety of dining options.
<Access to the terminal
Maizuru Port: 7 minutes by cab from JR Higashi Maizuru Station
Tsuruga Port: 10 minutes by cab from JR Tsuruga Station
Niigata Port: 15 minutes by cab from JR Niigata Station
Akita Port: Approx. 20 minutes by cab from JR Akita Station
Tomakomai East Port: Approx. 45 min. by liaison bus from JR Minami Chitose Station (reservation required)
Otaru Port: Approx. 10 min. by cab from JR Otaru Station or JR Otaru Chikko Station.
Toyama Prefecture
- No applicable participating company
Ishikawa Prefecture
- No applicable participating company
Fukui Prefecture
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Shinnihonkaiferry Co.,Ltd
Maizuru Port (Maizuru City, Kyoto Prefecture) and Otaru Port (Otaru City, Hokkaido),
Tsuruga Port (Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture) and Tomakomai East Port (Yufutsu-gun, Hokkaido)
Niigata Port (Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture) and Otaru Port (Otaru City, Hokkaido)
Tsuruga Port (Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture)-Niigata Port (Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture)-Akita Port (Akita City, Akita Prefecture)-Tomakomai East Port (Yufutsu-gun, Hokkaido) *Only one service to Tsuruga Port per week
Four routes are operated by large car ferries.
Each route offers a variety of accommodations, from budget-priced cabins to suites with private terraces and bathrooms with sea views,
The Grill, Restaurant, and Café offer a variety of dining options.
<Access to the terminal
Maizuru Port: 7 minutes by cab from JR Higashi Maizuru Station
Tsuruga Port: 10 minutes by cab from JR Tsuruga Station
Niigata Port: 15 minutes by cab from JR Niigata Station
Akita Port: Approx. 20 minutes by cab from JR Akita Station
Tomakomai East Port: Approx. 45 min. by liaison bus from JR Minami Chitose Station (reservation required)
Otaru Port: Approx. 10 min. by cab from JR Otaru Station or JR Otaru Chikko Station.
Nagano Prefecture
- No applicable participating company
Gifu Prefecture
- No applicable participating company
Yamanashi Prefecture
- No applicable participating company
Shizuoka Prefecture
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Tokai Kisen Co.,Ltd.
Tokai Kisen has operated regular service to the Tokyo islands (Oshima, Toshima, Niijima, Shikinejima, Kozushima, Miyakejima, Mikurajima, and Hachijojima) since 1889. It mainly connects Tokyo: Takeshiba to each island. （There are two types of ships: large passenger ships and high-speed jet ships. The minimum travel time between Tokyo and Oshima is 1 hour and 45 minutes by high-speed jet ship, and 45 minutes between Atami and Oshima.
Reservations are required in advance for boarding, so please make reservations via the Internet (https://www.tokaikisenyoyaku.com/app/login) or by phone. For reservations, please call our Customer Center (09:30-18:00, open all year round). Please note that English-speaking staff may not be available.
Tokyo: Access to Takeshiba is an 8-minute walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station, a 10-minute walk from Daimon Station on the Toei Asakusa Line, and a 1-minute walk from Takeshiba Station on the Yurikamome Line
Cash and various credit cards are accepted for settlement.
Please complete boarding procedures at the counter 30 minutes prior to departure time.
Free Wi-Fi is available on board, but signal connection may be difficult in some areas.
Aichi Prefecture
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ISEWAN FERRY
This regular car ferry service connects Toba Port (Toba City, Mie Prefecture) and Irago Port (Tahara City, Aichi Prefecture) in approximately 60 minutes.
The ferry is equipped with an observation room overlooking Ise Bay, a store, and Wi-fi, allowing passengers to relax and enjoy sightseeing and transportation while viewing the islands in Ise Bay. This route is designated as the National Cycle Route "Pacific Coast Bicycle Route.
Near Toba Port are Mikimoto Pearl Island, Toba Aquarium, and Ise Jingu Shrine. Also, Kintetsu Toba Station, an access station to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nagoya, is about a 12-minute walk away.
Near the port of Irago, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the Irago Lighthouse and Koijigahama Beach, as well as fruit picking such as blueberries (early summer), melons (summer), and strawberries (winter). In winter, the entire Atsumi Peninsula is dyed yellow during the Rape Blossom Festival.
(Access to the terminal)
Toba Port: 12-minute walk from JR/Kintetsu Toba Station.
By car: Approx. 15 min. from Ise IC by car.
Irago Port: From Toyohashi Railway Mikawa-Tawara Station, take Toyotetsu Bus for about 50 minutes to Irago Misaki Station.
By car: Approx. 110 min. from Hamamatsu IC, approx. 100 min. from Toyokawa IC.
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Meitetsu Kaijyo Kankosen Co.Ltd
・High-speed boats operate regularly from Kowa, Morozaki and Irago ports to Himakajima and Shinojima islands and Irago in Mikawa Bay.
It takes about 20 to 30 minutes from Kowa Port to Himakajima and Shinojima by high-speed boat, and about 60 minutes to Irago Port.
From Morozaki Port, it takes about 10 to 20 minutes to get to Shinojima and Himakajima by high-speed boat.
From Irago Port, it takes about 25 to 35 minutes to get to Shinojima and Himakajima by high-speed boat.
Please enjoy the boat trip from a ship equipped with an open deck while feeling the sea breeze.
＜Sightseeing Spots＞
Himakajima: Himakajima is a small island in the Mikawa Bay with a distance around of 5.5km.The population is about 1800, and the population density at the domestic isolated island is Japanese best.It is famous for its catches of Octopus and Blowfish.
Octopus is a symbol in Himakajima in particular.A police station painted to look like Octopus, Octopus and Blowfish manhole covers on the streets are a must-see.
Shinojima:Shinojima is an island with a distance around of 8km, and the population is about 1600. It is a good island for enjoying historic sites and walks.
Scenic Shinojima dotted with a small island is also called "Matsushima in Tokai".
The scenery when looking Matsushima direction on the west side in from a main island, is chosen as one of the 100 best sunsets in japan.
Irago: Located at the tip of the Atsumi Peninsula, Irago commands a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean, Ise Bay, and Mikawa Bay. The white lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula is the symbol of Cape Irago.
<Access to the pier＞
Kowa Port: Approximately a 7-minute walk from Meitetsu Kowa Station.
Morozaki Port: 10 minutes drive from Toyooka IC of Minamichita Road.
Irago Port: 1 hour and 40 minutes by bus from Toyohashi Station.
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Taiheiyo Ferry
・Discover a unique and irresistible way of traversing Japan with Taiheiyo Ferry!
Commute between the vibrant city of Nagoya in Tokai, the picturesque views of Sendai in Tohoku, and the stunning landscapes of Tomakomai in Hokkaido in a way you've never experienced before.
Being garlanded with multiple victories in the Ferry Division of the Cruise Ship of the Year Awards, we stand tall in our commitment to offer unsurpassed facilities, extraordinary customer service, and mouth-watering cuisine that leaves our passengers craving more.
Moreover, we give paramount importance to the safety of our passengers.voluntary ISM certification testifies our pledge to foster a secure environment.
Imagine boarding a ferry and waking up at your next destination, feeling as relaxed as if you spent the night in a luxurious hotel.
This seamless travel experience is crafted to amplify your travel plans and make the most of your precious time in Japan.
Add a dash of thrill and adventure to your journey in Japan with Taiheiyo Ferry.
Get ready to carve memories that will last a lifetime with us. Your unforgettable Japanese escapade begins here!
Access
◆Nagoya Port
1.Meitetsu Bus from Nagoya Station to Taiheiyo Ferry Liaison Bus (17:20 departure from Meitetsu Bus Center, 4th floor, Bus Stop No. 22) *Nagoya Station to Ferry Terminal only
2.From Noseki station on the Aonami Line, take the Nagoya City Bus bound for Ferry Pier (approx. 15 min.).
3.From Tsukijiguchi Station on the Subway Meiko Line, take the Nagoya City Bus bound for Ferry Pier (approx. 25 min.).
◆Sendai Port
【Tokyo Station to Sendai Station, take the SHINKANSEN about 90 minutes!】
1.From Sendai Station, take Miyagi Kotsu Bus bound for Sendai Port Ferry Terminal(approx. 45 min.).
2.From JR Senseki Line Nakanosakae Station, take Miyagi Kotsu Bus bound for Sendai Port Ferry Terminal(approx. 15 min.).
◆Tomakomai Por
1.From Sapporo Station, take the Hokkaido Chuo Bus "Kosoku Tomakomai-go" bound for the Tomakomai Ferry (approx. 120 min.).
2.From Tomakomai Station, take the Donan Bus bound for Tomakomai Ferry(approx. 15 min.).
