Shimo Amakusa Ferry

Take a trip overseas between Kumamoto & Kagoshima

Bonson Lam Oct 20, 2015 - 1 min read

<p>Relax and take in the breeze on the one of the many decks of the ferry.</p>

<p>Old buildings at Ushibuka Port in Shimoshima, part of the Amakusa Islands.</p>

<p>The ferry being reflected on the glass windows of the ferry terminal</p>

<p>The first ferry departs at 640 am from the Kumamoto side, with a ferry every 80 minutes.</p>

<p>The peaceful trip takes about 30 minutes</p>

<p>Pass through green islands on the way to Kagoshima Prefecture</p>

The ferries operating between the various prefectures in Kyushu are a reminder that you are living on an island, making them a relaxing way to travel between the towns the dot the coast between Kumamoto and Kagoshima. From Ushibuka it is also quicker than backtracking through Amakusa to get to Kagoshima prefecture. There are ten ferries a day between Ushibuka and Kuranomoto, and if you happen to miss one, take your time at the restaurant or follow the swimming fish at Ushibuka Ferry Terminal

Bonson Lam @bonson.lam

I knew my future was destined to be with Japan the moment I flew from Sydney to experience the atmospheric laneways of Kyoto last century. I am humbled to have met many distinguished people during this time, especially the national living treasures of Japan, such as the doll maker to the Imperia...