Plan your first visit
Compare ferry, bus and car access, choose a realistic itinerary, and learn what changes by season.
Open first-time guide WELCOME TO SHIKANOSHIMA
Sea, history and local life — only a short trip from Fukuoka.
Use this English gateway to understand the island before you go. Start with the first-time guide, then build your route on the visual map.
Getting there
Reach Shikanoshima by car, municipal ferry, JR plus Nishitetsu bus, or bus from Tenjin. A car is best for touring the whole island; the ferry is convenient for the terminal and Shikaumi Shrine area. Select your origin and preferred time to compare routes, fares and return services.
Find a route leaving nowExplore the island map
See major sights, beaches, food areas, viewpoints and transport gateways in one place.
Open island mapParking
“Free” and “free for facility users” are different. Confirm who may use each lot.
Find parking on the mapUseful facilities
A practical one-page guide to toilets, convenience-store availability, the island ATM and useful places to rest before and during your visit.
View facility mapSouvenirs
Discover Shikanoshima specialties such as turban shell, wakame seaweed, hijiki, dried fish and seafood products, together with where to buy them and practical tips for taking them home.
See popular souvenirsFAQ
Find the answers first-time visitors often look for, grouped by topic.
Frequently asked questionsMULTILINGUAL GUIDE
Core travel pages are available in English
The first-time guide, access guide, map, parking, facilities, souvenirs and FAQ are available in English. For time-sensitive details such as transport schedules and opening hours, always confirm the latest official information.