Getting to the Island

There's two basic methods for getting to Shinkamigoto on Nakadori Island. Both require that you first get to either Nagasaki or Sasebo. Both have good transportation options, but, typically, traveling from Sasebo is cheaper. Nearly everyone gets to Shinkamigoto by ferry boat, though there is also a small airport.

Ferries

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Ferry rides cost $20-$60 one way, and there are two basic types of ferries available. The fast boats and jet foils take a little over an hour to reach the island. The slow ferries are cheaper, but take about three hours and don't run as often during the day. Making a reservation in advance is usually unnecessary, though if you are traveling during a festival time there's a small chance the ferry could be full, so please take that into account.

Flights

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There is a small airport on the eastern tip of Nakadori Island. At the time of writing, the price and availability of aerial transportation is unknown.

Travel on the Island

There are many options available for getting around the island. Because of Nakadori Island's small size, it is possible to circumnavigate the island in a day.

Car

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Despite the size of the island, car travel is very common. However, transporting a car to the island on the ferry is very expensive, so it is highly recommended that you rent a car on the island if you wish to travel by car. The rental price for cars are reasonable and commonly used by the native islanders. If you're going to drive, be sure that you have an international driver's license and be aware that many of the streets are a lot more narrow than found in the United States.

Bus & Taxi

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The bus network reaches most if not all of the villages of the island. While there are a lot of buses during the day, there are only a few at night, so you may need to consider calling a taxi for late travel.

Bicycle

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Bicycles on the island are common and convenient. Most bicycles are equipped with a basket on the front and can be rented or purchased from the numerous bike shops. Riding a bike lets one take advantage of the fantastic scenery of the island, though be aware that much of the terrain is mountainous.