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Misen-maru
Misen-maru
Misen-maru
Misen-maru
Vessel Name Misen-maru
Overall Length 37m
Overall Width 10.5m
Capacity 700 passengers (500 passengers)
Vehicle Capacity 10 cars
*Note: Capacity in ( ) indicates the limit when vehicles are loaded.
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Miyajima Maru

This is Japan’s first small-size electric propulsion passenger ferry, which, being eco-friendly, blends well with Itsukushima Shrine, a World Heritage site. The ferry features indoor quietness, an extensive barrier-free cabin, and a high level of maneuverability.

1F
POINT

Passenger-friendly cabin with barrier-free design

Barrier-free room

  • Handrails are installed on room walls.

  • Large windows for seeing the stunning view of Miyajima

  • Panels in the room show pictures of the beautiful seasonal landscapes of Miyajima.

  • The barrier-free room is wheelchair-accessible.

Car deck

  • For safety, the areas for passengers and cars are completely separate.

Accessible toilet

  • The toilet is large enough for a wheelchair to enter.

2F
POINT

Space where group passengers can cheerfully enjoy themselves

Swivel seats

  • Swivel seats, which enable passengers to face either forward or backward

3F
POINT

Area for passengers who want to fully enjoy a magnificent view of Miyajima

Panorama deck

  • Panorama deck, which boasts an expansive view of the landscape

Miyajima Maru features

  • Double-ended, double-hull ferry design adopted
  • Smooth car boarding and disembarking
  • Ample space ensured
  • Improved passenger comfort
  • Extensive barrier-free room
  • Accessible toilet installed
  • Indoor quietness

Ferry specifications

Name
Miyajima Maru
Gross tonnage
254 t
Max. continuous power
800kW
Speed
8 knots
Passenger capacity
800 (when no cars are loaded)
Automobile capacity
7 cars
Launched
May 2006