Handling of vehicles
Classification of passenger cars
The vehicles listed in the table below are subject to passenger car fares.
| Classification number | Overview of vehicles applicable to passenger car fares |
|---|---|
| 3, from 30 to 39, from 300 to 399, from 30A to 39Z, from 3A0 to 3Z9 and from 3AA to 3ZZ | Sedan and van type passenger cars |
| 5, from 50 to 59, from 500 to 599, from 50A to 59Z, from 5A0 to 5Z9 and from 5AA to 5ZZ | |
| 7, from 70 to 79, from 700 to 799, from 70A to 79Z, from 7A0 to 7Z9 and from 7AA to 7ZZ | |
| 4, from 40 to 49, from 400 to 499, from 40A to 49Z, from 4A0 to 4Z9 and from 4AA to 4ZZ | Light passenger cars, as well as sedan and van type vehicles (excluding cab-over, pickup, bonnet, and convertible types) |
| 6, from 60 to 69, from 600 to 699, from 60A to 69Z, from 6A0 to 6Z9 and from 6AA to 6ZZ | |
| 8, from 80 to 89, from 800 to 899, from 80A to 89Z, from 8A0 to 8Z9 and from 8AA to 8ZZ | Modified vehicles for persons with disabilities (as stated on the vehicle registration), police cars, ambulances, campers (note) (Vehicles not listed above will be treated as trucks) |
- The classification numbers in the table above are based on vehicle registration regulations and the Road Transport Vehicle Act.
- Buses, bonnet type, and cab-over type vehicles among automobiles will be subject to freight vehicle (truck) fares.
- Vehicles not listed in the table above will not be treated as passenger cars.
- Vehicles over 6 meters may be treated as trucks, so please inquire for details.
- Motorcycles with sidecars and tricycles (such as trikes) will be subject to passenger car shipping fares.
- Passenger car fares for one driver are free for standard Japanese-style rooms. If using a premium cabin, the difference will be charged. Additionally, passengers will incur separate passenger fares and fees.
Regarding motorcycles and bicycles
- Separate passenger fares and fees will apply.
- Motorcycle fares are set based on engine displacement.
- Strollers, child vehicles, and special patient vehicles are treated like bicycles.
- Folding portable bicycles will be subject to checked baggage fares.
However, bicycles with a total length exceeding 2 meters will incur special baggage fares (for bicycles).
Note: Vehicles meeting the following conditions will be treated as trucks.
- The total length of the vehicle is 6 meters or more.
- The number of passengers is 3 or fewer (excluding 2(4)).
Shipping terms
Sankyu Ferry Co., Ltd. applies the following terms.
Shipping terms for passenger transport
Approved on May 26, 1986; revised on December 1, 2025
Shipping terms for checked baggage transport
Approved on May 26, 1986; revised on December 1, 2025
Shipping terms for special baggage transport
Approved on May 26, 1986; revised on December 1, 2025
Shipping terms for vehicle transport
Approved on May 26, 1986; revised on December 1, 2025





