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Ferry to Japan

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Ferries to Japan

Panstar Cruise, Camellia Line, MOL Ferry, Tane Yaku Jetfoil, Uwajima-Unyu Ferries, Tokai Kisen, Yaeyama Kanko Ferry, Ishigaki Dream Tours, Kume Line, Shin Nihonkai Ferry, Nankai Ferry, Hankyu Ferry, Sado Kisen, Tokyo Kyusyu Ferry, Jumbo Ferry, Marue Ferry, Kansai Orange Ferry & Kyushi Orange Ferry operate the ferries to Japan.

Japan Ferry Times

Ferries to Japan sail approximately 319 times daily and up to 1739 times weekly. Ferry times can vary by season and operator. Use our deal finder to compare routes and prices.

Japan Ferry Ports

Ferries sail to 58 ports in Japan. The most popular ferry port in Japan is Iriomote Uehara ferry port with around 33 weekly sailings.

Ferries from Ryotsu to Niigata

The Ryotsu Niigata ferry sails 11 times a day and up to 77 times a week, with a crossing time of 1 hour 48 minutes. The average price of a ferry from Ryotsu to Niigata ferry is about € 146.95. Exclusive of booking fees.

Ferries from Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara

The ferry from Ishigaki to Iriomote Uehara sails 4 times a day and up to 28 times a week, with a duration of 50 minutes. On average the Ishigaki Iriomote Uehara ferry costs about € 72.53. Exclusive of booking fees.

Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days, last updated June 01.

Is there a car ferry to Japan?

Car ferries do sail to Japan. MOL Ferry, Uwajima-Unyu Ferries, Shin Nihonkai Ferry, Nankai Ferry, Hankyu Ferry, Sado Kisen, Tokyo Kyusyu Ferry, Jumbo Ferry, Marue Ferry, Kansai Orange Ferry & Kyushi Orange Ferry offer car ferries to Japan. A car ferry may not be available on all routes, we recommend viewing our Deal Finder for the latest car ferry information and pricing.

Japan Ferry Prices

The price of a ferry to Japan can range by route, operator, vehicle type, number of passengers and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best price and availability.

How to book ferry tickets to Japan

Booking ferries to Japan is easy. Book online and manage your trip with Direct Ferries. Use our Deal Finder to compare tickets and book the best option for you.

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