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Ferries to Japan

Ferries to and from Japan have direct ferry connections with Yakushima, Izu Islands, Okinawa, Tanegashima, Sado Island and Hokkaido.

Japan Ferry Schedules & Timetables

There are approximately 119 daily sailings to Japan. 11 ferry companies offer sailings to and from Japan. Ferry Timetables can change throughout the year, use our deal finder for the most up to date sailing times. The fastest ferry to Japan is via the Ishigaki Taketomi ferry route.

Japan Ferry Companies

  • Yaeyama Kanko Ferry
  • Shin Nihonkai Ferry
  • Tokai Kisen
  • Nankai Ferry
  • MOL Ferry
  • Sado Kisen
  • Amakusa Takarajima Line
  • Tane Yaku Jetfoil
  • Uwajima-Unyu Ferries
  • Kume Line
  • Ishigaki Dream Tours

Ports of Japan

There are 46 ports in Japan. Tokyo port is the most popular with up to 16 daily sailings, connecting with 10 ferry ports.

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