The ferry is convenient and fast, with lovely scenery and a great view of the impressive volcano in the distance.
The facilities on board are well kept, and you can even enjoy some tasty udon.
A pleasant, comfortable ride!
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Sakurajima Ferry
Convenient 24-hour service! A ferry linking Kagoshima and Sakurajima in 15 minutes.
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Operated by Kagoshima City, this public ferry connects Kagoshima Port and Sakurajima Port. The crossing takes Approx. 15 minutes, perfect for a quick trip on the water.
There are four ferry types, each able to carry around 500 passengers and about 60 cars. Not only do the onboard facilities differ, each vessel is also known by a cute nickname like “Sakura Fairy” or “Princess Marine.” The biggest highlight is 24-hour service. During daytime on weekends and public holidays, ferries depart every 15 minutes, and even late at night they run every 60 minutes, making it convenient for both locals and visitors. Fares are affordable: 250 yen for adults, and 130 yen for children (ages 1 through elementary school). Various e-money options (including transit IC cards) and credit cards are accepted.
“Gofunein,” a ship version of the popular “Goshuin” stamps collected at temples and shrines across Japan, is sold at ticket counters at both ports and at the shop on board. Five designs are available, each featuring a different Sakurajima Ferry, and they include the date, making them a great souvenir of your Sakurajima trip.
Highlights
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A ferry linking Kagoshima City and Sakurajima in 15 minutes.
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Runs 24 hours a day, with departures as frequent as every 15 minutes.
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Various e-money options and credit cards are accepted.
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“Gofunein” stamps sold at ticket counters and other locations make a great travel keepsake.
Photos
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The Sakurajima Ferry connects Kagoshima Port and Sakurajima Port in Approx. 15 minutes
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Feel the excitement as Sakurajima draws closer right before your eyes
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The ferry terminal on the Kagoshima Port side
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
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Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available?
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No.
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Are there coin lockers?
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Yes, they are available at each terminal.
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Do I need a reservation to board?
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Reservations are not accepted.
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Where do I pay the fare?
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Please pay at the toll booth (vehicles) or ticket gate (passengers) at Sakurajima Port.
Reviews
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The ferry ride is about 15 minutes.
It’s short, but taking in the bay and volcano views makes it a rare, relaxing little break.
Details
- Name in Japanese
- 桜島フェリー
- Postal Code
- 892-0814
- Address
- 2F, Kagoshima Port Sakurajima Ferry Terminal, 4-1 Honkoshinmachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima
- Phone
- 099-293-2525 (Kagoshima City Shipping Bureau)
- Closed on
- Open daily
- Hours
- 24-hour service
- Admission
- Adults: 250 yen, Children (ages 1 to elementary school): 130 yen *One preschool child rides free per paying adult
- Access
- (Kagoshima Port Sakurajima Ferry Terminal) Approx. 7 minutes on foot from “Kagoshima” Station (JR Nippo Main Line)
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official website
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