Indoji Port & Karatsu Ferry Gateway, Iki Island, Nagasaki

Indoji Port Ferry Terminal & Southern Bay Waterfront, Iki Island, Nagasaki. Situated along the sheltered southeastern shores of Iki Island, peaceful Indoji Port serves as the primary car ferry gateway connecting Iki with Saga's Karatsu Port on mainland Kyushu. Gently swaying fishing skiffs and sea breezes welcome arriving travelers. Steps from the terminal, visitors enjoy fresh island cuisine, dining on charcoal-grilled abalone, crispy squid tempura, and tender Iki beef curry, accompanied by aromatic Iki barley shochu distilled using 500-year-old techniques. ✦ Must-Visit Highlights: ▸ Key Maritime Ferry Gateway: Watch sleek car ferries arrive from Kyushu across the azure expanse of the Genkai Sea. ▸ Heritage Iki Barley Shochu: Sample smooth, aromatic single-distilled shochu from the recognized birthplace of barley spirits. ▸ Waterfront Seafood Delicacies: Enjoy freshly landed squid sashimi, sweet local turban shells, and comforting coastal dishes.