High-speed boatMarine Liner Tokashiki
~40minOperator’s base fare
Adult one way 3,300 JPY
For a shorter journey
Tomari North Pier →
Naha to Tokashiki Ferry: Tomari Port, Tickets & Aharen Day Trip
Which boat from Naha’s Tomari Port?
FerryTokashiki
~70minOperator’s base fare
Adult one way 2,200 JPY
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South Pier, in front of Tomarin →The fares shown exclude environmental tax and may differ from 12Go prices. Check the total on the booking screen.
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Ferry tickets
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Ferries and high-speed boats from Tomari Port to Tokashiki Port.
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Ticket purchase and boarding for direct operator bookings
- Book online from 2 months aheadCheck availability and reserve the high-speed boat or ferry.
- Buy tickets that day, at least 30 minutes before departureEven with a reservation, tickets are issued and purchased only on the travel date.
- Board at least 10 minutes before departureThe high-speed boat and ferry use different boarding points.
If you use different boat types outbound and back, a round-trip ticket cannot be issued. Buy the outbound one-way ticket at Tomari Port and the return one-way ticket at Tokashiki Port.
Tokashiki Village Environmental Cooperation Tax: ¥100 per person for high-school age and above, collected at boarding (holders of various welfare certificates are exempt).
Vehicle and cargo bookings / phone and counter hours
Vehicle and cargo reservations are not available online. Contact the Naha office by phone (098-868-7541) or fax (098-862-2115).
Phone hours: 10:00–17:00
Check in your vehicle at least 1 hour before departure.
Tokashiki Village Shipping Office, Naha Branch, inside Tomari Port Terminal (Tomarin). 3-25-1 Maejima, Naha, Okinawa. The North Shore Passenger Waiting Room also sells and issues Marine Liner Tokashiki tickets from one hour before departure. That sales counter is separate from the actual boarding point.
Counter hours: 8:00–11:30 / 13:30–17:00
Travelling with pets
Tell the staff that you are travelling with a pet when checking in. The permitted area and rules differ by vessel.
High-speed Marine Liner Tokashiki
- Use a carrier with a closable lid and a combined length, width and height of no more than 130 cm. Keep your pet inside it throughout the crossing.
- Pets are permitted only in the second-deck seating area, not inside the cabin. Keep the carrier on your lap or at your feet and supervise your pet. These seats are not reserved for pet owners.
- Dangerous wild animals, snakes and similar animals are not permitted. Cover the carrier with a cloth if needed to prevent fur from spreading.
Ferry Tokashiki
- Use the designated pet area at the rear of the third deck. Put your pet in a carrier with a closable lid and combined dimensions of no more than 130 cm.
- For medium or large dogs that cannot fit in this size of carrier, hold the lead securely and stay with your dog.
Schedule
The table below shows the regular timetable. Seasonal high-speed sailings may be added on selected Golden Week and July–September dates. Each day’s operating decision is made at 8:00 in the morning. On the dates listed below, cancellations and extra sailings take precedence over the regular winter timetable.
Same-day sailing status and cancellation guidance →Valid period: 2026-10-01 〜 2027-02-28
Outbound (Naha → Island)
| Vessel | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki | 09:00 | 09:40 |
| High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki | 16:00 | 16:40 |
| Ferry Tokashiki | 10:00 | 11:10 |
Inbound (Island → Naha)
| Vessel | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki | 10:00 | 10:40 |
| High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki | 17:00 | 17:40 |
| Ferry Tokashiki | 15:30 | 16:40 |
Fares
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The sailing date determines the fare, regardless of when you book.
From October 1, 2026
High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki
Boarding point: Tomari Port north pier, beside the north passenger waiting area
| Category | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 3,300 JPY | 6,270 JPY |
| Child | 1,650 JPY | 3,140 JPY |
Ferry Tokashiki
Boarding point: In front of the Tomarin main building, on the south-pier side
| Category | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 2,200 JPY | 4,180 JPY |
| Child | 1,100 JPY | 2,090 JPY |
Adult boat fares apply from junior-high-school age; child fares apply to elementary-school children. One preschool child travels free per adult. These are standard fares; check the official table for group and disability discounts. Environmental tax is extra.
The ¥100 environmental tax applies to high-school students and older passengers. Holders of eligible disability handbooks are exempt.
Passenger fares apply to sailings from October 1, 2026. Revised vehicle transport fares are not listed in the official fare table; confirm them with the official ticket office.
Tomari boarding points and Tomarin map
High-speed boat Marine Liner TokashikiTomari Port north pier, beside the north passenger waiting area
Ferry TokashikiIn front of the Tomarin main building, on the south-pier side
Getting to Tomari Port from Naha Airport or the city
- Monorail
- About 10 minutes on foot from Miebashi Station on the Yui Rail
- Bus
- About 10 minutes by local bus from Naha Bus Terminal
- Car
- Two separate paid parking facilities serve Tomarin: Tomarin Multi-Storey Parking in the Annex Building and Tomari Wharf Underground Parking beside the terminal.
Book a day trip or stay
AdChoose a day trip with boat travel and transfers, or find accommodation on the island.
If your package includes boat tickets, you do not need a separate boat booking for the same route. Accommodation-only bookings do not include boat tickets.
Free time at the beach
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Aharen Beach day trip
About 9 hours from Tomari Port. Includes round-trip high-speed boat travel, beach transfers, showers and changing rooms.
No lunch November–March. Arrange your own meal.
- Meet / check in
- Collect tickets at the Tokashiki counter at Tomari Port. Reach the boarding point 30 minutes before departure.
- Age / language
- Ages 3+. Driver: Japanese and English.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check the terms of your selected option when booking.
A printed voucher is required to join the tour.
Check dates and prices (GetYourGuide, opens in a new tab)Inclusions and participation requirements
Lunch is included April–October, except in the basic plan for ages 3–5. Towels, swimming rings and motion-sickness medication are excluded. Follow your selected option and booking instructions for the boat service and meeting details.
Snorkel with a guide
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Tokashiku Beach day trip
A 7–9-hour trip from Naha. Options with round-trip boat tickets and transfers include about one hour of guided snorkeling.
Boat-inclusive options generally need booking at least 7 days ahead.
- Meet / check in
- Tokashiki ticket counter, ground floor of Tomari Port terminal. Arrive at least 1 hour before departure.
- Age / language
- Ages 5–64; swimming ability required. Guides: Japanese, English and Chinese.
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Check the terms of your selected option when booking.
Sea turtle and other wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Check availability and prices (GetYourGuide, opens in a new tab)Inclusions and participation requirements
Includes lunch, showers, changing rooms, lockers and GoPro photo data. Ticket collection closes at 08:40 for the high-speed boat or 09:40 for the ferry. Health and weight restrictions apply. Check these, your boat service and meeting time in the selected booking option.
Stay for the evening and next day
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Stay on Tokashiki Island
Compare availability and prices. Check how to reach the port and beaches from your accommodation.
Results also include nearby islands. Check that the property is on Tokashiki Island. Accommodation bookings do not include ferry tickets.
Compare island stays and prices (Booking.com, opens in a new tab)What to check before booking a stay
Check meals, luggage storage, port and beach transfers, and cancellation terms. Check both return boat services and accommodation availability before arranging your stay.
Early ferry or late return? Find stays near Tomari Port →Staying in Naha the next day?
Visit Churaumi from Tomari Takahashi. Check the route and boarding point for a scheduled bus or a tour booked in advance.
Compare the bus and tourAfter arrival: beach access and facilities
Aharen Beach
Take the island bus from the port: ¥400 adult / ¥200 child, paid after the ride. An option for swimming, meals and equipment rental.
Tokashiku Beach
The regular island bus does not serve this beach. Use a taxi, rental car or scooter, or a prearranged transfer.
Aharen has no ATM. Get cash and ¥100 coins near the port before you leave.
View day-trip plans for each beach →Aharen bus stop, beach and facilities in photos
Getting around after arriving at Tokashiki Port
Bus stop for Aharen at Tokashiki Port
Tokashiki Port has a bus stop for services toward Aharen. It is near the green walkway along the port; the sign and small shelter are the visible landmarks.
Aharen bus stop sign
The sign shows the Aharen Beach direction, one-way fares of ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for children, and payment after the ride.
Small shelter near the bus stop
A small shelter stands near the bus stop, visible from the green walkway along the port.
The bus to Aharen costs ¥400 for adults and ¥200 for children, paid after the ride. Look for the sign and small shelter near the green walkway along the port. The regular island bus does not serve Tokashiku Beach; use a taxi, rental car or scooter, or a prearranged transfer.
Travel from the port to the beach
Access and facilities at Aharen Beach
Aharen Beach is served by the local bus from Tokashiki Port, making it straightforward for a self-guided day trip. Nearby facilities include restaurants, marine-equipment rentals, showers, restrooms, vending machines, and coin lockers. Showers, lockers, and some restaurants require cash or ¥100 coins, so obtaining them near the port makes payment easier.
Two beach entrances
Motorcycle and bicycle parking at the elementary-school-side entrance
Marine rental services available in English
Marine rental services available in Chinese
Showers and restrooms near the bus stop
Beach house available
Vending machines available
Coin lockers available (medium ¥400, large ¥600)
Showers ¥300
Toiletry set ¥200
No convenience store
About five restaurants and cafes
Aharen Beach
Aharen is one of the most-used beaches on Tokashiki Island and can be reached from Tokashiki Port by local bus.
Elementary-school-side beach entrance
Aharen Beach has more than one entrance. Motorcycles and bicycles can be parked at the elementary-school-side entrance.
Bus stop in front of Aharen Beach
Local buses return toward the port from here. Showers and restrooms are located near the bus stop.
Information about beach facilities
The area has a beach house, restaurants, vending machines, and coin lockers.
The listed prices and facilities reflect the on-site survey. Current prices are set by the signs at each facility.
See Aharen rental prices and an island cost example with transfers →Tokashiku access, slopes and facilities in photos
Travel from the port to the beach
Access to Tokashiku Beach
Tokashiku Beach was about 10 minutes from Tokashiki Port in our motorcycle timing. The regular island bus does not serve the beach, and the final approach is steep, so a rental car or scooter, taxi, or tour transfer is more practical than walking. Free parking, a beach house, restrooms, and showers are available near the beach.
About 10 minutes from the port (measured by motorcycle)
Free parking available
Beach house available
Restrooms available
Showers available (fare shown on-site)
Tokashiku Beach
The beach and the slope in front of it are visible from above. Tokashiku Beach is about 10 minutes from Tokashiki Port by motorcycle.
Direction sign for Aharen and Tokashiku
A blue direction sign appears on the road from the port toward Aharen and Tokashiku and marks the junction.
Steep slope before the beach
There is a steep downhill approach before the beach. Travelers walking there also face the uphill return.
Free parking
A free parking area is located near the beach for motorcycles and cars.
Beach house
There is a beach house at the beach. Its services may vary by season.
Restrooms
Restrooms and showers are available at the beach. Check the on-site sign for shower fees.
Same-day signs govern shower fees and the services offered by the beach house.
Tokashiki Port facilities, shops and island essentials
After arriving at Tokashiki Port and before the return trip
Facilities in the Tokashiki Port passenger terminal
Tokashiki Port has a passenger terminal with a ticket counter, seating, restrooms, and a souvenir shop. It is used before the return sailing and as a meeting point after arrival.
Free Wi-Fi available
Accessible restroom available
Restrooms beside the ticket counter
Souvenir shop beside the waiting area
Drinks available from the souvenir shop
At the time of the on-site check, no drink vending machine was found inside the waiting area
Tokashiki Port passenger terminal entrance
The passenger terminal is close to the arrival point at Tokashiki Port. It is a landmark for buying return tickets and meeting other travelers.
Seating inside the terminal
The terminal has seating where passengers can wait before the return sailing.
Ticket counter and restrooms
Use this ticket counter when returning from Tokashiki Port to Naha. The restrooms are nearby.
Souvenir shop beside the terminal
There is a souvenir shop beside the waiting area. Drinks are also sold here.
Baggage pickup area
This is the baggage pickup area after arrival, located between the passenger terminal and the souvenir shop.
Return tickets can be purchased at the counter inside the passenger terminal. Restrooms and seating are available, and drinks are sold at the souvenir shop next door. Same-day notices govern which shops and facilities are operating.
Additional information after arriving at Tokashiki Port
Everyday facilities near Tokashiki Port
Use the facilities around Tokashiki Port to obtain cash, drinks, daily necessities, or fuel before heading to the beach. A post office, JA Shop, village office, and gas station are near the port, while the Aharen area has no ATM.
Tokashiki Post Office
There is a post office near Tokashiki Port. Its hours are Monday–Friday, 9:00–17:00, and it is closed on weekends.
JA Shop Tokashiki
JA Shop sells food and daily necessities. Its hours are 10:00–18:00, and it is closed on Thursdays and Sundays.
Tokashiki Village Office
Tokashiki Village Office is near the port. Its hours are 8:30–17:15, and it is closed on weekends.
Tokashiki gas station
There is a gas station near the port. Its hours are Monday–Saturday, 8:30–17:15, and it is closed on Sundays.
The post office, JA Shop, and gas station operate on different days. The listed hours reflect the on-site survey; notices at each facility govern on the day of use.
Island essentials
ATM
ATMs are available in Tokashiki village (post office, JA Shop), but not in the Aharen area. Cash obtained in Tokashiki can be used for payments after reaching Aharen.
Convenience store
A local shop 'Shinhamaya' in Tokashiki village (7:00–23:00) and 'Arakaki Shoten' in Aharen (7:00–21:00). No nationwide convenience store chains.
Cell service
Reception may differ between the port, villages, and beaches. Your mobile provider’s coverage map is the best basis for planning ahead.
Rental vehicles
The island is about 9 km north–south with hilly roads. A bus timed to ferry arrivals and departures serves Aharen Beach; rental cars and taxis are also available.
Note: Tokashiki Village Environmental Cooperation Tax of 100 yen per person (high school students and above) is collected at boarding (exemption for various handbook holders).
Motorcycle loading steps in photos
On-site field notes
How to take a motorcycle on the ferry
To take a motorcycle, reserve by phone with the ferry operator in advance. You can book your own passenger trip at the same time. Write down the reservation number you receive because you will need it at check-in on the day of travel.
Vehicle and cargo reception
Check in here when taking a motorcycle or car onto the ferry. The reception building is near the Ferry Tokashiki boarding point.
Vehicle and cargo reception from Tomarin
When walking from Tomarin, this is the building used for check-in. Reception begins at 8:00.
Motorcycle secured inside the ferry
The crew secures the motorcycle. Keep the key with you rather than leaving it with the crew.
Outbound process
- Check in at the vehicle and cargo reception no later than one hour before departure
- Complete and submit the reception form
- After checking in, speak to a crew member near the ferry
- Follow the crew's directions and load the motorcycle onto the ferry yourself
- The crew secures the motorcycle
- Leave the ferry once the motorcycle has been handed over
- Join the passenger ticket-check line and board with the other passengers
- After arriving at Tokashiki, return to the vehicle deck and leave on the motorcycle
For the 10:00 departure from Naha, reception must be completed by 9:00.
Return process
- Go to the rear of the ferry one hour before departure
- Tell a crew member that you need to load a motorcycle
- Park in the place indicated by the crew
- Leave the ferry once the motorcycle has been handed over
- Join the passenger ticket-check line and board with the other passengers
- After arriving in Naha, return to the vehicle deck and leave on the motorcycle
For the return sailing too, complete vehicle and cargo check-in at least one hour before departure, then follow the crew’s loading instructions.
Book vehicles and cargo by phone or fax. State the vehicle type and quantity, then check in at the vehicle and cargo reception at least one hour before departure. Check vehicle and cargo booking contacts and hours →
Lunch in Aharen and notes from our visit
Food near Aharen Beach
Lunch near Aharen Beach
There are about five restaurants and cafes around Aharen Beach, serving Okinawa soba, seafood rice bowls, and other meals. There is no nationwide convenience-store chain; during the on-site survey, lunch was around ¥1,000 and some restaurants accepted cash only.
About five restaurants and cafes
No convenience store
Restaurants serving Okinawa soba, tuna rice bowls, and other dishes
Lunch costs around ¥1,000
The restaurant visited during the on-site check accepted cash only
Operates as an izakaya after 18:30
Yushi-dofu soba and jushi rice
This lunch photographed during the on-site visit was a set of yushi-dofu soba and jushi rice.
Lunch menu
At the time of the on-site check, yushi-dofu soba was ¥1,000 and the set with jushi rice was ¥1,100.
Restaurant visited for lunch
This restaurant is near Aharen Beach. At the time of the on-site check, it accepted cash only and operated as an izakaya after 18:30.
The photographed menu and prices reflect the on-site survey. Allow enough time to eat so lunch does not overlap with the return bus.
Kerama Blue on Tokashiki Island — editorial field notes
Tokashiki Island is as little as 40 minutes from Naha. Once you leave the port, the green hills and the color of the sea quickly come into view. Rather than repeating the practical information in the photo guides, these notes briefly explain the different character of Aharen Beach and Tokashiku Beach and how Tokashiki compares with the other two main Kerama islands.
Aharen Beach and Tokashiku Beach — Aharen for fish, Tokashiku for quiet
One of the main choices on Tokashiki Island is whether to center the day on Aharen Beach or Tokashiku Beach. Aharen has more visitor activity and suits travelers who want to enter the water and see fish. Tokashiku leaves a quieter impression and is strongly associated with sea turtles. Although both beaches are on Tokashiki, they offer quite different ways to spend the day.
Aharen Beach — for fish and snorkeling
Aharen Beach has one of the island's larger flows of visitors and suits travelers who want to enter the water and see fish. Its bright sand and open sea also make the character of Tokashiki's water clear to first-time visitors.
Fish can be seen even in shallow water. Aharen is a candidate for a day centered on snorkeling. Because more people gather there, Tokashiku may suit travelers who would rather spend quiet time looking at the sea.
Aharen is an easy beach to make the center of the day if you want to see fish, spend longer in the water, and stay in an area with activity around the beach.
Tokashiku Beach — a quieter sea and time to wait for turtles
Tokashiku Beach leaves a quieter impression than Aharen. Its atmosphere suits travelers who want to spend longer looking at the sea or move away from busier places. The number of visitors who come hoping to see sea turtles is also a defining feature of this beach.
A simple distinction is Aharen for the amount of fish, and Tokashiku for a quiet sea and the possibility of turtles. Transportation, facilities, and prices are summarized in the photo access guides above.
Getting around — the beach choice determines the transport
Tokashiki has more situations where distances and slopes matter than Aka or Zamami. Choosing the beach first therefore also makes it easier to choose how to travel around the island.
A day focused only on Aharen requires different transportation from one that also includes Tokashiku. The photo access guides explain what happens after arriving at each place. These field notes focus only on the choice of which sea to visit.
When combining several beaches or viewpoints, transportation itself becomes part of the itinerary. Tokashiki can look small but has substantial elevation changes, so on a short visit, deciding where to spend the most time helps give the day a clear focus.
Even when visiting both in one day, choosing the main beach first makes it easier to allocate your limited time on Tokashiki.
What defines Tokashiki — close to Naha, with nature close at hand
Tokashiki combines its proximity to Naha with the dense natural scenery that appears as soon as you enter the island. The high-speed crossing is short, but beyond the port, the green hills and color of the sea come close to the road. Tokashiki makes it possible to see the Kerama sea in a short time while also experiencing the island's natural landscape.
Comparing the three Kerama islands
When comparing Tokashiki, Zamami, and Aka, Tokashiki is the island where the sea can leave a strong impression within a short visit. Zamami includes time in its village and restaurants and a sense of contact with other people. Aka leaves an impression of quiet, stars, and time spent doing very little. Within that comparison, Tokashiki is defined by its proximity to Naha and the clear difference between Aharen and Tokashiku beaches.
Note: these details include an on-site check from May 2026. Sailing status and facility conditions may change, so check official information and on-site notices for the latest details.
What to do when your sailing is cancelled
The operating decision is made at 08:00 on the day of travel. Check your sailing's status, then follow your booking provider's instructions for changes or refunds.
Check today's sailing statusIf you booked your boat through 12Go
Check the cancellation notice and your booking confirmation, and contact 12Go about changes, cancellations or refunds. The terms depend on the product you selected. Confirm the provider's arrangements before booking a replacement sailing.
If you booked a tour that includes ferry tickets
Check the cancellation notice and instructions from your booking provider, and ask the tour booking provider about changes or refunds. Confirm the tour's arrangements before booking a separate replacement ferry ticket.
Procedures for bookings made directly with the ferry operator
This guidance applies to bookings made directly with the ferry operator. Cancelling a reservation and refunding a purchased ticket are separate procedures.
Check sailing status at 08:00 that day
The operating decision is made at 08:00 on the day of travel. Check your sailing on the Tokashiki Ferry Portal. If you opted in to change notifications when booking, also check the cancellation or departure-time email sent that morning.
Your reservation is cancelled; arrange a later sailing
You do not need to contact the operator to cancel a reservation for a cancelled sailing. A new reservation is required to take a later sailing. Same-day reservations are unavailable; if seats remain, purchase a ticket at the counter.
If you have bought a ticket, check the refund procedure
A purchased ticket is eligible for a refund when its sailing is cancelled. Ask the ticket counter where you purchased it about the procedure.
Official information checked:
Frequently asked questions
- On 12Go, choose your travel date to check available sailings and booking deadlines. Follow the selected sailing’s conditions and booking confirmation for payment and ticket collection. When booking directly with the ferry operator, reservations open two months before travel and tickets are purchased on the travel date. Vehicle and cargo bookings must be made with the Naha office by phone or fax.
Related Islands
Zamami Island
A popular resort island known for Kerama Blue waters and white sand beaches — about 60 minutes from Naha by high-speed ferry and also possible as a day trip.
Departs from Tomari Port, NahaView Details →Aka Island
Where Kerama Blue meets Kerama deer — the westernmost inhabited island in the Kerama Islands
Departs from Tomari Port, NahaView Details →