Hankyu Ferry hosts onboard live performances on our ship’s stage.
Announcement of Artist Registration Recruitment
Starting April 1, 2026, we will resume artist registrations for onboard live performances.
Artists who have not registered since July 2023 will need to register anew.
Please be sure to check the “Conditions for Onboard Live Performances” before registering.
About Registration
- Artist registration is open from the 1st to the 10th of each month. Applications cannot be accepted after the 11th. Please wait until the following month.
- Please prepare at least two videos of your performances or posts from social media.
- Performances outside of the registered format will not be permitted.
- Applications will be reviewed after submission via the artist registration form. You will receive the results within the month of your application.
Flow from Application to Registration Completion for Artists
| Application Submission Dates | (Example) April 1 – April 10 |
| Notification of Review and Registration Results | (Example) April 11 – April 30 |
| Available Performance Dates | (Example) From June 1 |
Notice of Suspension Period for Onboard Events
We regret to inform you that we will suspend onboard events during the following period.
We kindly ask for your understanding in this matter.
Suspension Period: From April 28, 2026, to May 6, 2026
Notice of Change in Tentative Reservation Application Period
Starting March 11, 2026, we will change the tentative reservation application period.
Artists planning to perform are requested to check and apply accordingly.
| Tentative Reservation Application Date | (Example) March 11 |
| Tentative Reservation Available Dates | (Example) April 1 – June 1 |
- You can apply for dates up to two months after three weeks from the application date.
- The application deadline is 21 days before your desired performance date.
- If you have applied for a tentative reservation by March 10, 2026, you do not need to reapply.
Please check the application period and fill in the necessary information.
New registrations are accepted from the 1st to the 10th of each month.
Conditions for Onboard Live Performances
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) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Route | Departure 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 Time | Scheduled for a 30-minute stage from 18:40 to 19:10 after departure (limited to one group per day) | [Sunday to Thursday] Scheduled for a 30-minute stage from 19:30 to 20:00 after departure (limited to one group per day) | |
| [Friday and Saturday] Scheduled for a 30-minute stage from 20:20 to 20:50 after departure (limited to one group per day) | |||
| Staff | Up to 1 person(Applications without staff are not allowed.) | Up to 1 person (Applications without staff are allowed.) | |
| Songs | You cannot perform songs that are subject to music copyright or management. | ||
| Number of Performers | Up to 4 people. *There is no sound staff on board, so this applies only if you can operate the onboard sound equipment. | ||
| Sound Equipment | There is dedicated equipment on board. *Please check the materials in advance. No items other than dedicated equipment may be brought on board. 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, 2 microphone stands, 2 microphone cables, 3 chairs, 1 simple table (can be used for artist introductions 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 discussion | ||
*Please be sure to check before registering.
Contact Information
Hankyu Ferry Co., Ltd.
Sales Planning Department, Onboard Live Performance Inquiries
Phone Number:093-481-6981
Reception Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday) *Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays