[Easy for First-Time Visitors] Access & Transfer Guide to Takamatsu Station Express Bus Terminal (JR / Kotoden / Ferry)

“Where is the Takamatsu Station Express Bus Terminal?”“Is transferring to the ferry complicated?” “Are there places to stop by while waiting?” These are common questions for first-time visitors to Takamatsu in Shikoku. In this guide, a local writer explains everything clearly from how to find the terminal, to transferring between transportation, and how to spend your waiting time. Get ready to explore Takamatsu with confidence and enjoy Sanuki udon and island-hopping in the Seto Inland Sea! What is Takamatsu Station Express Bus Terminal? The terminal has three key features: ① […]

Takamatsu ⇔ Kobe / Sannomiya: Why the Highway Bus Is a Better Deal Than the Train!Complete Guide to Fares, Facilities, and Access

If you take the highway bus between Takamatsu and Kobe/Sannomiya, the trip takes about 3 hours and costs from around ¥4,000 one way. However, if it’s your first time taking a highway bus, you might feel a little unsure! In this article, we’ll thoroughly explain everything about the Takamatsu–Kobe/Sannomiya route, including the bus stops, onboard facilities, fare comparisons, and recommended places to visit after arriving in Sannomiya. Let’s take a comfortable and affordable highway bus trip from Takamatsu to Kobe/Sannomiya! ▼ In short, this is the kind of bus you […]

【Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture】A Travel Model Itinerary Around Dogo Onsen by Bus from Fukuyama【DAY 2】

Want to visit Matsuyama’s famous castle and Dogo Onsen after your trip to Hiroshima? Don’t let not having a car stop you! While the Shimanami Kaido is a beautiful drive, the direct “Kirara Express” bus is the ultimate travel hack. It’s comfortable, easy, and drops you right in the city center. ▼Trip Summary (as of March 2025) Destination: Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture Departure Point: JR Shin-Onomichi Station (Onomichi City, Hiroshima) Duration: 1 night, 2 days Traveler: 1 person Cost: ¥29,860 (includes ¥7,800 round-trip express bus fare) Be sure to check […]

[Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture] A Bus Ride from Fukuyama to Matsuyama – Model Itinerary Around Matsuyama Castle (DAY 1)

Ehime Prefecture is connected to Hiroshima by the scenic Seto Inland Sea bridges. I have always thought the best way to visit Matsuyama from Hiroshima was by renting a car via the Shimanami Kaido Expressway. But what if you’re not confident in driving, or don’t have a license? This seems like a big hurdle until I discovered a direct bus from Shin-Onomichi Station to Matsuyama City Station! Let me share with you the travel experience on Kirara Express (Matsuyama-Fukuyama Line). When you arrive at Matsuyama City Station, you can explore […]

From Hiroshima City to Shimanami! One-day sightseeing model course