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Jetfoil Tsumugi: The Former Beetle Reborn | Kumejima Ocean Jet Vessel Guide
The Tsumugi is a Boeing 929 jetfoil (hydrofoil) operated by Kumejima Ocean Jet. Originally the JR Kyushu Beetle serving the Hakata–Busan route, it was refurbished for Okinawa service. It carries 230 passengers at speeds up to 80 km/h usi... -
Kumejima Ocean Jet vs Flying (RAC) | Price, Time & Comfort Compared [2026]
Kumejima Ocean Jet costs ¥7,800 one-way and takes approximately 82 minutes in summer (Apr–Nov) / ~101 minutes in winter (Dec–Mar) from Naha to Kumejima. RAC flights cost from ¥9,000 and take about 30 minutes. The jetfoil offers a strong ... -
How to Get to Kumejima Island | Airplane vs Ferry vs Jetfoil Compared [2026]
There are three ways to get to Kumejima Island from Naha, Okinawa: by airplane (RAC, about 30 minutes, from ¥9,000), by ferry (Kume Shosen, 3–4 hours, from ¥3,450), or by high-speed jetfoil (Kumejima Ocean Jet, approximately 82 minutes i... -
Kumejima Ocean Jet Timetable & Schedule [2026] | All Departures Naha ⇔ Kumejima
Kumejima Ocean Jet operates jetfoil services from Naha (Tomari Port) to Kumejima Island (Kanegusuku Port) in approximately 82 minutes in summer (Apr–Nov) / ~101 minutes in winter (Dec–Mar), and from Naha to Toguchi Port in approximately ... -
Okinawa Ferry Discounts & Savings Guide [2026] — Round-Trip Deals, Web Discounts & How to Save
Guide to Okinawa ferry discounts and savings. Anei Kankou: 5% web pre-purchase discount, round-trip savings. Island Hopping Pass for 3+ islands. Zamami: round-trip Queen Zamami ¥7,540 (saves ¥360 vs 2x one-way). Tokashiki: round-trip Mar... -
Okinawa Islands with Kids [2026] — Best Family-Friendly Islands, Children’s Fares & Packing Guide
Guide to visiting Okinawa islands with children. Best islands for families: Taketomi (10 min, no seasickness, water buffalo carts, flat terrain), Minna Island (15 min, shallow safe beach), Ie Island (30 min, large stable ferry, combine w... -
Okinawa Ferry Timetable Guide [2026] — Where to Check Schedules for All 16 Routes
Complete guide to checking Okinawa ferry and high-speed boat timetables for all 16 passenger routes. Yaeyama: Anei Kankou (aneikankou.co.jp) and YKF (yaeyama.co.jp) — seasonal schedules change April and October. Kerama: Zamami Village we... -
Okinawa Ferry Pet Guide [2026] — Bringing Dogs & Cats to the Islands, Route-by-Route Rules
Guide to bringing pets on Okinawa ferries and high-speed boats. Maruei Ferry (Kagoshima-Naha) has pet room (¥1,570, small dogs/cats/birds, air-conditioned). Yaeyama high-speed boats allow small pets in carriers on deck. Kerama ferries al... -
Yaeyama Island Hopping Guide [2026] — 7 Islands from Ishigaki, Model Courses & Ticket Strategy
Yaeyama Islands island hopping guide from Ishigaki. 7 islands accessible by high-speed boat: Taketomi (10 min ¥790), Kohama (25 min ¥1,400), Kuroshima (25 min ¥1,510), Iriomote Ohara (35 min ¥2,060), Iriomote Uehara (40 min ¥2,690), Hato... -
Okinawa Day Trip Islands Guide [2026] — Every Island Rated for Day-Trip Feasibility
Complete guide to day-trippable islands from Okinawa. From Naha: Tokashiki (35 min, 6hr stay), Zamami (60 min, 5-6hr), Aka (60 min), Kudaka (15 min from Azama, 6 sailings/day — easiest). From Ishigaki: Taketomi (10 min, 2-3hr, easiest), ...
