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How to board

A guide to the boarding process for ferries connecting the Amami Islands. We will walk you through the steps from purchasing your ticket to boarding the ferry.

Ticket Reservation

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You can reserve tickets online or by phone. Passengers and vehicles: reservations generally open one month before the sailing date. Vehicle reservations are mandatory and require vehicle type and length. For departures from Kagoshima, complete shipping procedures 2–3 hours before sailing; at other ports, one hour before. In peak season, book early.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I board on the same day without a reservation? Same-day boarding is possible if seats are available; however, during peak seasons ships tend to fill up quickly, so advance reservations are recommended.

When can I make a reservation? In principle, reservations for both passengers and vehicles open on the same calendar day one month prior to the boarding date.

What should I do when bringing a vehicle on board? Vehicle reservations are mandatory. For departures from Kagoshima, check-in procedures must be completed 2–3 hours prior to departure; at other ports, procedures must be completed at least 1 hour before departure.

When is it best to make a reservation? During peak seasons, sailings often sell out, so booking early—such as right after reservations open—is recommended.

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Ports

We provide information on access and contact details for 11 ports spanning from Kagoshima Prefecture through the Amami Islands to Okinawa Prefecture. Please note that contact information varies depending on the operating company on your boarding date. The contacts listed are for passenger inquiries; for cargo-related inquiries, please contact the shipping agents at each port.

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Kagoshima Kikaijima Amami Oshima Tokunoshima Okinoerabujima Yoronjima Okinawa

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Kagoshima

ROUTE #1

Kagoshima New Port

Address

3F, Amami & Okinawa Ferry Terminal, 45-1 Jonan-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima 892-0835, Japan

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ROUTE #2

Kagoshima Main Port North Wharf Terminal

Address

North Wharf Terminal, 3 Honko Shinmachi, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima 892-0814, Japan

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Kikaijima

ROUTE #2

Wan Port

Address

2967 Akaren, Kikai-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-6201, Japan

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Amami Oshima

ROUTE #1

ROUTE #2

Naze Port

Address

17-2281 Naze Shiohama-cho, Amami City, Kagoshima 894-0035, Japan

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ROUTE #2

Koniya Port

Address

26-11 Ominato, Koniya, Setouchi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 894-1506, Japan

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Tokunoshima

ROUTE #1

Kametoku New Port

Address

7784 Kametsu, Tokunoshima-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-7101, Japan

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ROUTE #2

Hetono Port

Address

487-35 Amagi, Amagi-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-7612, Japan

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Okinoerabujima

ROUTE #1

Wadomari Port

Address

512-122 Tetechina, Wadomari-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-9111, Japan

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Calls at China Port are currently suspended.

ROUTE #2

China Port

Address

China, China-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-9214, Japan

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Yoronjima

ROUTE #1

Yoron Port

Address

704 Tategami, Yoron-cho, Oshima-gun, Kagoshima 891-9302, Japan

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Okinawa

ROUTE #1

Motobu Port

Address

5232 Sakimotobu, Motobu-cho, Kunigami-gun, Okinawa 905-0225, Japan

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ROUTE #1

Naha Port

Address

Naha Port Terminal Building, 2-1 Tondo-cho, Naha City, Okinawa 900-0035, Japan

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Boarding on the Day

Fill out the Boarding Application Form

Ticket Issuance at the Counter

Present Your Boarding Ticket at Boarding

Arrive at the port about one hour before departure and complete check-in at each port’s counter.
Fill out and submit the boarding application (name, age, gender, sector, contact, etc.) and receive your ticket.
Even with travel-agency coupons or phone reservations, you must complete the application at the counter on the day.
Peak periods are crowded—please allow extra time.

Boarding with a Car

Vehicle boarding requires advance reservation. Deadlines from Shin-Kagoshima Port vary by destination.

Check-in Deadlines at Each Port

From Kagoshima New Port to Amami / Tokunoshima: Up to 2 hours before departure
From Kagoshima New Port to Okinoerabu / Yoron / Okinawa: Up to 2 hours 30 minutes before departure
For departures from each remote island port: Up to 1 hour before departure
Please present your vehicle registration certificate at the time of check-in.

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Traveling with Pets

If you are traveling with a pet, please use the air-conditioned pet room (additional fee required). Pets are not allowed inside passenger cabins (except for service dogs and assistance dogs). To use the pet room, procedures at the counter on the day of departure and submission of a written agreement are required.

Check-in Deadlines at Each Port

Please arrive about 1 hour 30 minutes before departure.
A cage is required; total of three sides within 2 m; up to two cages per person.
Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up any waste. Access to the pet room is available at all times.

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Assistance Available

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For Pregnant or Recuperating Passengers

Passengers who are pregnant or undergoing treatment due to illness or injury must inform the reservation center when booking and notify the counter staff at the time of boarding procedures.

Depending on the weather conditions (meteorological and sea conditions) on the day of boarding or your physical condition, you may not be permitted to board.

There are no doctors, nurses, or medical facilities on board. Depending on the route, it may take a long time to reach the next port of call, and disembarkation will not be possible due to illness or other reasons. Please be advised in advance.

Pregnant passengers are required to complete a consent form at the ticket counter during boarding procedures. Please inform the staff at the counter.

Passengers undergoing medical treatment may be required to submit a medical certificate from a physician and/or be accompanied by a caregiver. If boarding with a care vehicle or stretcher, please contact the reservation center in advance.

In accordance with the Conditions of Carriage, passengers with infectious diseases or suspected infectious diseases may be denied boarding. Thank you for your understanding.

For Passengers with Disabilities

Boarding and Disembarking Assistance

We provide vehicle-assisted boarding/disembarkation (waiting area ⇔ ship) for guests with limited mobility. (Not available at Kagoshima Shin Port Terminal and Naze Port, which have boarding bridges.)

Please understand the following and book in advance.
・Capacity is limited; do not use this service only because you have a lot of luggage.
・If many guests need assistance, companions may not ride in the assistance vehicle (unless our staff deem a companion necessary).
・Complete procedures at least 1 hour before departure (last-minute requests may not be possible).

Advance Reservation

If you need boarding or disembarkation assistance, request it when you call the reservation center.

A Line Ferry
Kagoshima route reservation center

099-226-4141

Marix Line

099-225-1551

Mirairo ID

A-Line Ferry and Marix Line have introduced the disability certificate app “Mirairo ID.”

For Passengers Using Wheelchairs

Boarding and disembarking assistance is provided using a welfare vehicle (ramp-equipped type).

A-Line Ferry and Marix Line have introduced ramp-equipped welfare vehicles that allow passengers to board and disembark while remaining in their wheelchairs. This service is available on the Kagoshima – Amami Islands – Okinawa route. We hope this will help make your voyage more comfortable.

A-Line Ferry

Marix Line

Amami Shipping does not provide welfare vehicle services.

Boarding Reservations (Advance Reservations by Phone and Counter Reservations)

We confirm manual vs. power wheelchair, dimensions, and whether a companion travels with you.
This route involves long sailing times; we recommend traveling with a companion for safety and comfort.
Assistance vehicles for wheelchair boarding/disembarkation are available; tell us if you arranged your own care taxi.
Vehicle specifications are limited—confirm your wheelchair size in advance; if unsuitable, arrange a welfare taxi.
If using a care taxi or assistance vehicle, complete procedures by 1 hour before departure and wait to board.
Cargo operations may extend boarding/disembarkation times.

A Line Ferry
Kagoshima route reservation center

099-226-4141

Marix Line

099-225-1551

Regarding Boarding Procedures (Ticket Counter)

Passengers boarding with “boarding/disembarking assistance” or a “care taxi” are requested to inform the ticket counter.

During Boarding Assistance We will escort you to the boarding/disembarking assistance vehicle at the designated vehicle stop in the passenger waiting area. After arriving at the vehicle boarding area inside the ship, we will guide you to the ship’s information desk by elevator.

During Disembarking Assistance We will meet you at the ship’s information desk and escort you by elevator to the vehicle boarding area inside the ship. After boarding the assistance vehicle, we will take you to the designated vehicle stop at the passenger waiting area.

Please check each company’s website for details.

A-Line Ferry Marix Line