On behalf of Natsuki Akaishi Ferries, it is our absolute pleasure to welcome you aboard the Ferry Hoshino.

Brief history:

The Ferry Hoshino was built in 1987 at the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Shipyard in Shimonoseki, Japan, for Natsuki Akaishi Ferries. As a flagship vessel, she embodied the company's vision of providing safe, luxurious, and reliable ferry services across Japan’s coastal and island routes.

Her maiden voyage in April 1988 saw her serving the popular route between Osaka and Matsuyama, quickly earning a reputation as one of the finest ferries in the fleet. Over the years, she became a cornerstone of the company's operations, known for her efficiency, elegance, and passenger comfort.

Specifications:

Name: Ferry Hoshino
Owner/Operator: Natsuki Akaishi Ferries
Builder: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Shipyard, Shimonoseki, Japan
Year Built: 1987
"her original planned name was Ferry Yamashiro"

Dimensions:

Length: 176.2 meters
Beam: 27.0 meters
Draught: 6.5 meters
Gross Registered Tonnage (GRT): 19,800 tons

Performance:

Top Speed: 22 knots
Cruising Speed: 20 knots

Capacity:

Passengers: 850
Vehicles: 180 (mix of cars and trucks)
Crew: 50

Propulsion:

Engines: 2 x Mitsubishi-MAN 8L58/64 diesel engines
Output: 20,800 kW (combined)
Propulsion System: Twin-screw propellers

Features:

Passenger Amenities:

Tatami mat relaxation area
Large open space at the stern
Western and Japanese dining options
Family lounges and private cabins

Navigation:

Equipped with radar, GPS, and advanced autopilot systems for precision and safety.

Notable Routes:

Osaka to Matsuyama (1987–1992)
Osaka to Kagoshima (1993–2017)

her homeport was in fukuoka

Refits:

2004: Upgraded navigation and safety systems
2010: Installation of low-emission engines for environmental compliance

Controls
Trim - Throttle
Yaw - Turn
Ag 2 and 6 is exterior lights
Ag 4 + VTOL - Stern Ramp

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