Your First Sunflower Voyage

Let's review the flow
for Sunflower:

01

Check the Route ＆ timetables
02

Let's find out the cost and which room to go with.
03

Enjoyment on Sunflower
04

Reservation & Payment
05

Boarding Day Procedures
06

Access to the Port
07

To Enjoy Your Voyage Even More

Check the Route &
Timetables

Begin by checking the available routes
for Sunflower.
Determine which route best fits your travel
plans and schedule.

Osaka - Beppu (Oita) Kobe - Oita Osaka - Shibushi
(Kagoshima) Tomakomai
- Oarai
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Timetables

Osaka - Beppu (Oita)

*Timetable varies by season. Check it here.

Day of the week	From Osaka to Beppu		From Beppu to Osaka
Day of the week	Departure	Arrival	Departure	Arrival
Sun.-Thu.	19:05 →	Next morning 06:55	18:45 →	Next morning 06:35
Fri.-Sat.	20:05 →	Next morning 07:55	19:20 →	Next morning 07:25

Kobe - Oita

*Timetable varies by season. Check it here.

Day of the week	From Kobe to Oita		From Oita to Kobe
Day of the week	Departure	Arrival	Departure	Arrival
Sun.-Thu.	19:00 →	Next morning 06:20	19:20 →	Next morning 06:40
Fri.-Sat.	19:50 →	Next morning 07:20	19:30 →	Next morning 07:55

Osaka - Shibushi (Kagoshima)

*Timetable varies by season. Check it here.

Day of the week	From Osaka to Shibushi(Kagoshima)		From Shibushi(Kagoshima) to Osaka
Day of the week	Departure	Arrival	Departure	Arrival
Mon.-Thu.	17:55 →	Next morning 08:55	17:55 →	Next morning 07:40
Fri			17:55 →	Next morning 07:50
Sat.			18:30 →	Next morning 08:50
Sun.	17:00 →	Next morning 08:55	17:00 →	Next morning 07:40

Let's find out the cost
and which room to go with.

Here is an example of the recommended room rate. Choosing a different room may result in a price increase or decrease.
Prices vary depending on the date and number of guests, so please check the reservation page for the exact amount.

Osaka-Beppu (Oita)

Superior Single

21,710 YEN

Price per adult (Period A, July 2025)

Kobe-Oita

Standerd for 1

17,710 YEN

Price per adult (Period A, July 2025)

Osaka-Shibushi (kagoshima)

Superior

24,560 YEN

Price per adult (Period A, July 2025)

Select the type of room that suits your needs. Sunflower offers a variety of room options, from standard cabins to luxury suites.

Osaka-Beppu (Oita)

Suite

Superior

Private Bed

*Dormitory

Kobe-Oita

Deluxe

Standard

Private Bed

*Dormitory

Osaka-Shibushi (kagoshima)

Suite

Superior

Private Bed

*Dormitory

Please read here for Detailed
room information.

Osaka - Beppu (Oita)

Kobe - Oita

Osaka - Shibushi (Kagoshima)

Enjoyment on Sunflower

With spacious decks, exquisite restaurants, and panoramic public baths,
it's like a moving hotel.

View

On the Seto Inland Sea route, you can enjoy a close-up view of the majestic Akashi Kaikyō Bridge, especially stunning at sunset. On the Pacific Ocean route, the endless horizon and a sky full of stars at night create a magical atmosphere.

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Spa

We offer a large public bath with panoramic views, available free of charge in the morning and evening. Relax in the warm water and unwind as you gaze out over the sea. In the morning, enjoy stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea or the Pacific Ocean through the large windows.

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Restaurant

At our ocean-view restaurant, we offer a buffet-style dining experience featuring dishes made with seasonal ingredients and specialties from our ports of call. Don't miss our signature Sunflower Curry - a must-try during your voyage.

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How is it?
Let‘s make a reservation!

Reservation & Payment

Make your reservation and complete the payment process. Ensure you have all necessary details ready, such as your travel dates and personal information.

Click here for the reservation site.

Select the route, number of passengers, and boarding method.

Select your room, check the prices.

Complete the reservation and payment process, and you're all set.

Before Boarding!

Check Your Manners on the Ferry.

Boarding Day Procedures

On the day of your journey, a QR code necessary for boarding will be issued at the port. Please arrive at the port with enough time to board the ferry.

STEP.01

90-60 Minutes Before Departure Arrive at the port.

★ Make sure to arrive at the port with plenty of time before departure.
Please proceed to the ticket counter for ticket issuance.
Have your reservation number and passport ready.
A large ferry will be right in front of you!

STEP.02

60 Minutes Before Departure Boarding begins.

Board easily with your QR code. Your room can also be opened with the QR code.
* Be careful not to forget your key as the doors are auto-locking.
You can also duplicate your key using the duplicating machine on board.

STEP.03

Departure