Panstar Cruise

Panstar Cruise is a South Korean ferry company running the connection between Osaka, Japan and Busan, South Korea. The crossing feels almost like a cruise and lets travellers enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea.

The PanStar Cruise ferry service runs three times a week between Osaka, Japan's commercial and cultural centre, and Busan, Korea's largest port. The overnight ferry leaves Osaka Port at 17:00 and arrives in Busan at 10:00 after a crossing of around 17 hours over 384 nautical miles.

The ship Panstar Dream is a Ro-Pax ferry with capacity for 545 passengers and a top speed of 22.7 knots. Cabin options range from shared inside cabins and cabins with a sea view (4-berth rooms with bunk beds) to private balcony suites for 2 people with single beds and stunning sea views.

On board, travellers can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, Japan's marine national park, the Great Seto Bridge and the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Wi-Fi is available on board. Passengers may bring 2 suitcases totalling 30 kg free of charge. Cars and pets are not currently allowed. Tickets cost around 141-579 USD depending on cabin type.