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Hankyu Ferry hosts onboard live performances on our ship’s stage.

Notice of Suspension of Onboard Event Acceptance During Busy Season

Thank you for always performing at our onboard live events.
We regret to inform you that we will suspend onboard events during the following period. We appreciate your understanding.

Suspension Period: December 25, 2026 (Friday) to January 4, 2027 (Monday)

*There may also be restrictions on acceptance during other busy seasons.

Notice of Provisional Reservation Application

Starting March 11, 2026, we have changed the provisional reservation application period.
Artists planning to perform are requested to check and apply accordingly.

Example

Desired Performance DateProvisional Reservation Start DateProvisional Reservation Deadline
July 1April 10June 10

  • Provisional reservations can be made starting 2 months + 21 days before the performance date.
  • The application deadline is 21 days before the desired performance date.

Notice of Artist Registration Recruitment

We will resume artist registration for onboard live performances starting April 1, 2026.
Artists who have not registered since July 2023 will need to register anew.

Please be sure to check the ‘Onboard Live Performance Conditions’ before registering.

Onboard Live Performance Conditions

About Registration

  • Artist registration is accepted from the 1st to the 10th of each month. Applications cannot be made after the 11th. Please wait until the following month.
  • Please prepare videos of at least two songs you perform or posts from social media.
  • Performances outside of the registered formation will not be accepted.
  • Applications will be reviewed after submission via the artist registration form. You will receive the results within the month of application.

Flow from Application to Completion of Artist Registration

Application Possible Dates(Example) April 1 – April 10
Notification of Review and Registration Results(Example) April 11 – April 30
Available Performance Dates(Example) From June 1
*You cannot perform in the month following your application. Please be aware of this in advance.
For First-Time Performers
The artist registration form is here
For First-Time Performers
The artist registration form is here

New registrations are accepted from the 1st to the 10th of every month.

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Onboard Live Performance Conditions

Recruitment Details

*Performances are limited to light music.

  • Music Live (e.g., guitar solo, etc.)
  • Performance (e.g., magic show, storytelling, etc.)
Kitakyushu (Shinmoji) ⇔ Osaka (Izumiotsu)Kitakyushu (Shinmoji) ⇔ Kobe (Rokko Island)
RouteDeparture at 17:30, Arrival at 06:00 the next day (common for Kitakyushu and Osaka departures)[Sunday to Thursday]
(Departure from Shinmoji) Departure at 18:40, Arrival at 07:10 the next day
(Departure from Kobe) Departure at 18:30, Arrival at 07:00 the next day
[Friday and Saturday]
(Common for departures from Shinmoji and Kobe) Departure at 20:00, Arrival at 08:30 the next day
Performance TimeScheduled for one 30-minute stage from 18:40 to 19:10 after departure (limited to one group per day)[Sunday to Thursday]
Scheduled for one 30-minute stage from 19:30 to 20:00 after departure (limited to one group per day)
[Friday and Saturday] Scheduled for one 30-minute stage from 20:20 to 20:50 after departure (limited to one group per day)
StaffUp to 1 person
(Applications without staff are not allowed.)		Up to 1 person (Applications without staff are allowed.)
SongsYou cannot perform songs that fall under music copyright or managed songs.
Number of PerformersUp to 4 people.
*There are no sound staff onboard, so this applies only if you can operate the onboard sound equipment.
Sound EquipmentThere is dedicated equipment onboard. *Please check the materials in advance.
No equipment other than the dedicated equipment may be brought in.
Performances are limited to those who can handle the dedicated equipment.

≪Equipment and Supplies Details≫
Mixer, CD player, amplifier, speakers (fixed around the stage)
1 direct box, 2 microphones (condenser microphones are not allowed), 2 microphone stands, 2 microphone cables, 3 chairs, 1 simple table (can be used for artist introduction and CD sales)
*Instruments, instrument stands, sheet music stands, shields, etc. must be provided by the performers.
*Drums cannot be used due to stage conditions.
*Other percussion instruments are subject to consultation.
About Onboard Equipment

*Please be sure to check before registering.

Please check the application period and fill in the necessary information.

For Registered Users
The provisional reservation application form is here

Contact Information

Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd.

Sales Planning Department, Onboard Live担当まで

Phone Number:093-481-6981

Reception Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday) *Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

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