Ferries from
Yakushima to Tanegashima
Ferries from
Yakushima to Tanegashima
There are 2 ferry routes. Ferries from Anbo to Nishinoomote and Miyanoura to Nishinoomote are popular ferry trips from Yakushima to Tanegashima. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Yakushima to Tanegashima sail approximately 9 times per week with Tane Yaku Jetfoil.
The ferry crossing from Yakushima to Tanegashima takes between 50 minutes and 55 minutes, depending on the route, operator and ship.
The fastest ferry from Yakushima to Tanegashima takes 50 minutes on the Anbo to Nishinoomote ferry with Tane Yaku Jetfoil.
No, you currently cannot take your car on the ferry from Yakushima to Tanegashima.
The distance between Yakushima and Tanegashima is approximately 30 miles, 48km or 26 nautical miles.
Yakushima to Tanegashima ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed or conventional ferry.
The Anbo to Nishinoomote ferry sails approximately 9 times per week, with a crossing time of 50 minutes.
Miyanoura to Nishinoomote ferry ferries sail approximately 14 times per week, with a sailing time of 45 minutes.
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Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage site off the southern coast of Kyushu in Japan, offers a unique blend of ancient forests and stunning coastal scenery. The island is famous for its magnificent cedar trees, some over 1,000 years old, including the awe-inspiring Jomon Sugi estimated to be between 2,000-7,000 years old. Hiking trails wind through moss-covered forests that inspired Studio Ghibli's film 'Princess Mononoke'. Beyond the primaeval woodland, visitors can enjoy hot springs, beautiful beaches, and watch loggerhead turtles nesting (May-July). The island hosts the Yakushima Environmental and Cultural Village Festival each August, celebrating local traditions with music, dance, and food. Yakushima is mainly accessible by ferry from Kagoshima on Japan's mainland, but visitors can also connect to other nearby islands in the Osumi archipelago, making it a perfect starting point for island-hopping adventures in southern Japan.
Tanegashima, an island off the southern coast of Kyushu, Japan, offers a fascinating blend of space technology and traditional Japanese culture. The island is home to the Tanegashima Space Centre, Japan's largest rocket launch facility, where visitors can witness rocket launches and explore the space museum. Beyond its cosmic connections, Tanegashima boasts beautiful sandy beaches perfect for surfing, and lush landscapes ideal for hiking. The island is also historically significant as the site where Portuguese traders first introduced firearms to Japan in the 16th century. The annual Tanegashima Knife Festival in August celebrates the island's renowned knife-making tradition, showcasing local craftsmanship. Tanegashima is accessible by ferry from Kagoshima, and visitors can also use ferry connections to explore nearby islands like Yakushima, famous for its ancient cedar forests. For those interested in experiencing Japanese island life away from the usual tourist trails, Tanegashima provides a unique and rewarding experience.
