Note: Box lunches (bentos), including tea, are included in the boarding fee.
Passengers can stay on board until 7 am the next morning!
"Japan's best mountain is Mt. Fuji, Japan's best sea is the Seto Inland Sea,
and Japan's best hot-spring town is Beppu,"
The Hanshin-Beppu route, which sails through the Seto Inland Sea, one of Japan's most scenic areas, was established in 1912 and has been connecting people and cities for over 100 years.
Since 1975, operations were limited to nighttime only, but in October 2011, to mark the 100th anniversary of the route's opening, special daytime cruises allowing passengers to enjoy the Seto Inland Sea were reinstated.
Fully enjoy the scenic beauty of the Seto Inland Sea, known as the Jewel of the World, boasting picturesque views of its many islands.
2026
Cruise Schedule and Vessels
Southbound(Osaka to Beppu)
Northbound(Beppu to Osaka)
Note: The ships listed in the schedule (Sunflower Kurenai and Sunflower Murasaki) may be swapped due to natural occurrences, such as typhoons, natural disasters, or other circumstances.
ROUTE
Spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea that can be enjoyed only during the day
GOURMET
Enjoy delicious western
and traditional Japanese
dishes on board
Note: Box lunches (bentos), including tea, are included in the boarding fee.
EVENT
A wide variety of fun
onboard activities
GOSEN-IN
The limited-edition Kirie Gosen-in (paper-cut ship seal) is available exclusively on our Setouchi Casual Day Cruise departures. Be sure to take this opportunity to purchase a special keepsake.
