Ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki

There is usually 6 daily and 40 weekly sailings between Kohama and Ishigaki. This ferry route is operated by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Kohama Ishigaki ferries.

Ferry times from Kohama to Ishigaki

The earliest Kohama Ishigaki ferry sailings typically depart Kohama at around 08:10. The average sailing time is approximately 30m and the fastest sailing time is approximately 30m.

Ferry prices from Kohama to Ishigaki

Kohama Ishigaki ferry prices typically range between $20* and $41*. The average price is typically $24*. The cheapest Kohama Ishigaki ferry prices start from $20*. The average price for a foot passenger is $24*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times.

How far is Kohama to Ishigaki?

The distance between Kohama to Ishigaki is approximately 11.3 miles (18.2km) or 9.8 nautical miles for the mariners!

Can I travel by car on the Kohama Ishigaki ferry?

No ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel onboard between Kohama and Ishigaki.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Kohama to Ishigaki?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Yaeyama Kanko Ferry between Kohama and Ishigaki.

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Kohama - Ishigaki Route summary
Departure Country	Japan
Destination Country	Japan
No. of Operators	1
Operators	Yaeyama Kanko Ferry
Average Price	$24*
Average Daily Sailings	6
Average Weekly Sailings	40
Average Sailing Duration	30m
First Ferry	08:10
Last Ferry	18:05
Distance	9 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-09-04.

How long is the ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Kohama to Ishigaki is approximately 30m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki?

The average price of a ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki is approximately $41. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Kohama to Ishigaki?

There is 1 ferry operator for Kohama to Ishigaki and this is

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry

How can I book ferry tickets from Kohama to Ishigaki?

Ferries from Kohama to Ishigaki are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Kohama to Ishigaki with

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry

Can you take your car on the ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki?

No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Kohama to Ishigaki?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries

Yaeyama Kanko Ferry

How far is Ishigaki from Kohama?

Kohama to Ishigaki is approximately 9 nautical miles distance apart.

Kohama Guide

Kohama Ferry Port

Situated at the southwestern end of the Ryuyku Islands chain, Kohama Island is part of the Yaeyama Island group belonging to Japan. The port is found on the northeast coast of the island, and remains one of the busiest parts of Kohama, especially during the summer months. The island itself achieved relative fame when noughties TV show, Churasan, was filmed there, though it received poor ratings and was quickly axed. Due to the lack of an airport, the only plausible way onto the island is via ferry, which can be reached in around 30 minutes from neighbouring islands. Kohama has become increasingly popular with tourists in recent years, but with a population of just over 500 permanent residents, there is a relative lack of attractions. What the island lacks in entertainment it makes amends with in natural beauty; whole days can be spent just wondering around admiring the stunning landscapes and surroundings islands. There is a taxi company which is primarily used to transport passengers from the centre of the island to the port area, but it is worthwhile negotiating a price before entry. For the more adventurous, there is a rental scooter company just across from the ferry terminal, making for quick travel around Kohoma’s hills and mountains.

Ishigaki Guide

Ishigaki Ferry Port

Surrounded on all sides by the baby-blue surf of the East China Sea, Ishigaki is the very definition of a paradise island. The second-largest of the volcanic Yaeyama islands in the southernmost reaches of Japan, Ishigaki is blessed with a rear-round warmth, rolling hills covered in lush swathes of tropical woodland, and broad stretches of gold-sand beaches that skirt along the coast. Despite its undeniable appeal, the island has managed to preserve its peaceful and laid-back atmosphere away from the bustle of tourism; it’s soothing soundtrack composed of nothing more than the hum of wildlife and the gentle lapping of waves upon the shore. The island’s rough-shaped coastline is pitted with bays perfect for watersports, with diving, snorkelling and surfing the most popular forms of recreational activity. With much of the surrounding sea protected by a national park, the stunning world beneath the waves thrives with rare marine life. Those who want to view the underwater scene without getting their feet wet can hop on a glass-bottomed boat in Kabira Bay instead. The region’s port is found in Ishigaki city on the south-western coast of the island. It is a lively facility of small jetties and piers neatly separated into small, square inlets that stretch across the seafront. The ferry terminal can be found on the edge of the city’s Misakicho district. It is a relatively large facility with plenty of passenger amenities including an indoor waiting hall; a pay-phone; vending machines selling food and drink; and a busy, on-site taxi-rank. Due to its central city location, travelling to and from the port is simple. Buses and coaches leave from stops directly outside the terminal and whisk passengers to the island’s main sightseeing spots, including the various beach-lined bays and the verdant slopes of Bannadake mountain. Though there are plenty of narrow, rural roads that weave across the heart of the island, the most accessible route for motorists unfamiliar with the local surroundings is the 390 highway. This long roadway passes by the island’s regional airport as it traces Ishigaki’s undulating southern coast. A host of ferry routes currently leave from the city port on a daily basis. Services hosted by Yaeyama Kanko Ferry and Ishigaki Dream Tours sail short journeys west to the ports of Ohara and Uehara on Iriomote Island, as well as to the islands of Taketomi, Kohama, Kuroshima and Hatoma.

Kohama to Ishigaki Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 12/16/2024 and 12/22/2024

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	08:10	08:40	30 minutes	Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	09:40	10:10	30 minutes	Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	11:10	11:40	30 minutes	Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	14:10	14:40	30 minutes	Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	15:40	16:10	30 minutes	Everyday
Yaeyama Kanko Ferry	17:20	17:50	30 minutes	Everyday

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