Japan
Ocean Tokyu Ferry Schedules 2026
Tokyo to Tokushima and Kitakyushu — and freight without you
Est. 1971Tokyo, Japan
Photo: Olegushka / Wikimedia Commons (CC0 1.0)- 0
- Routes
- 3
- Ports
- 4 sister ferries
- Vessels
- 1971
- Founded
Ocean Tokyu Ferry is a ferry operator, founded in 1971 and based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 3 ports.
Timetables
Which routes does Ocean Tokyu Ferry operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does Ocean Tokyu Ferry sail?
Ocean Tokyu Ferry sails to 3 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Pet-friendly cabins
- Starlink ferry Wi-Fi since April 2026 (chargeable)
- Unaccompanied vehicle transport
- Motorcycle pallet service
- Consolidated freight
- Tokyo (Ariake) – Tokushima (Okinosu) – Kitakyushu (Shinmoji)
- Ships your motorcycle as palletised freight if you cannot make the loading window
- Both directions cancelled 6 August 2026 for Typhoon 13
- Northbound and southbound status published separately
- Operated by Ocean Trans
About
About Ocean Tokyu Ferry
Ocean Tokyu Ferry — Ocean Tokyu written with the characters for Tokyo and Kyushu — runs the long coastal route from Tokyo (Ariake) to Tokushima (Okinosu) on Shikoku and on to Kitakyushu (Shinmoji). The operating company is Ocean Trans.
Freight without the passenger
Two services set this operator apart, and both exist for people who want their vehicle moved without travelling themselves. Unaccompanied vehicle transport ships your car while you fly or take the train. The motorcycle pallet service goes further: bikes are handed over as freight, loaded onto trailers and shipped, so riders who cannot make the loading and unloading windows still get their machine across. Mixed consolidated freight — several customers' goods on one trailer — works the same way.
On board
Cabins that accept pets are available. Since April 2026 the ships carry Starlink-based ferry Wi-Fi, which is chargeable for most passengers. The site publishes a fare simulator alongside the booking engine, in Japanese and English.
Weather
Sailings in both directions were cancelled on 6 August 2026 because of Typhoon 13, with the status updated at 09:16 that morning. The front page carries a live operating status for northbound and southbound departures separately — check it, because this route runs down the Pacific side of Japan.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Ocean Tokyu Ferry founded?
Ocean Tokyu Ferry was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Where does Ocean Tokyu Ferry sail?
Ocean Tokyu Ferry operates 0 ferry routes and serves 3 ports in Japan, including Shinmoji (Kitakyushu), Tokushima, Tokyo (Ariake).
How do I contact Ocean Tokyu Ferry?
You can reach Ocean Tokyu Ferry via their official booking site.
Can I take a car on Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferries?
Yes — Ocean Tokyu Ferry operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferries?
Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferries typically offer Pet-friendly cabins, Starlink ferry Wi-Fi since April 2026 (chargeable), Unaccompanied vehicle transport, Motorcycle pallet service, Consolidated freight. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
Are pets allowed on Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferries?
Ocean Tokyu Ferry accommodates pets on many sailings, though rules vary by route and vessel. Check pet policies and any cabin or kennel requirements with Ocean Tokyu Ferry before booking.
How early should I arrive for a Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Ocean Tokyu Ferry departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Ocean Tokyu Ferry.
How do I find Ocean Tokyu Ferry ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Ocean Tokyu Ferry route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Ocean Tokyu Ferry before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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