Tomari Port (Tomarin) Complete Guide
Tomari Port is the gateway to the Kerama Islands (Zamami, Tokashiki, Aka), Kume Island, and Tonaki Island. This guide explains where to go, where to buy tickets, and what to do on the day — written for first-time users.
Port overview
Tomari Port (Tomarin)
Address: 3-25-1 Maejima, Naha, Okinawa
Getting to Tomari Port from Naha
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
Paid parking available under Tomarin (often fills up)
Which pier to use (North vs South)
Tomari Port has three key spots: the Tomarin building (where ticket counters are), the North Pier on the building's north side, and the South Pier directly in front of the building. Each vessel sails from a different pier — check before you go.
Important: It takes about 10 minutes on foot from the Tomarin building to the North Pier. If your vessel sails from the North Pier, factor in the walk after picking up your ticket.
North Pier
About 10 minutes on foot from the Tomarin building.
South Pier (in front of Tomarin)
Boards directly in front of the Tomarin building. No walk required.
| Vessel | Destination | Pier |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed High-speed boat Queen Zamami | Zamami Island | North Pier |
| High-speed High-speed boat Marine Liner Tokashiki | Tokashiki Island | North Pier |
| High-speed Queen Zamami | Aka Island | North Pier |
| Ferry Ferry Tokashiki | Tokashiki Island | North Pier |
| Ferry Ferry Ryukyu / Ferry Kaiho | Kume Island / Tonaki Island | North Pier |
| Ferry Ferry Zamami | Zamami Island / Aka Island | South Pier (in front of Tomarin) |
Ticket counters
Three ticket counters operate inside the Tomarin building, one for each ferry operator. The counter you visit depends on the island you're heading to.
Zamami Village Naha Branch, inside Tomari Port Terminal (Tomarin). 3-25-1 Maejima, Naha, Okinawa
- Handles
- Zamami Island / Aka Island
- Hours
- 10:00–17:00 (varies with sailing times)
- Phone
- 098-868-4567
Tokashiki Village Shipping Office, Naha Branch, inside Tomari Port Terminal (Tomarin). 3-25-1 Maejima, Naha, Okinawa
- Handles
- Tokashiki Island
- Hours
- 8:00–11:30 / 13:30–17:00
- Phone
- 098-868-7541
Kume Shosen Naha Office (inside Tomari Port terminal)
- Handles
- Kume Island / Tonaki Island
- Hours
- 7:30–18:00
- Phone
- 098-868-2686
Day-of flow
- 1. Reach the Tomarin building — about 10 minutes on foot from Miebashi Station on the Yui Rail, or about 10 minutes by bus from Naha Bus Terminal. By car, paid parking is available beneath Tomarin (often fills up).
- 2. Visit the appropriate ticket counter inside Tomarin and present your reservation number to receive your ticket. Whether booked online or by phone, tickets are issued at the counter on the day of sailing.
- 3. If your sailing departs from the North Pier, walk about 10 minutes from the building. If it departs from the South Pier (Ferry Zamami to Zamami / Aka), the boarding point is directly in front of the building.
- 4. Board by the departure time. Boarding deadlines vary by vessel — check the 'Reservation & Ticketing' section of each island page for the specific rule.