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【2025 Latest】Limited Operation “Burikani Bus” Ride Experience Report! Complete Guide to Reservations, Boarding Points, and Tips

“In winter in Toyama, I want to enjoy seasonal gourmet food and stunning scenery!”The ultimate answer to this wish is the Burikani Bus. This bus provides direct access from Toyama Station to port-town gourmet spots—no complicated transfers or driving required.By reading this article, you’ll understand everything: how to reserve, boarding points, fares, important tips, and an actual ride report so you can plan the perfect Toyama trip. ▼What is the Burikani Bus (as of November 2025) ・Much easier than trains! Direct access to your desired spots.・Amazing views from the […]

December 03, 2025

[A direct route to the spectacular views of Aso!] A comprehensive guide to the fares, onboard facilities, and bus stops for the “Aso Sanjo Terminal Line” express bus from Kumamoto

Aso, one of Kumamoto Prefecture’s iconic tourist spots, is packed with attractions from Mount Aso, boasting one of the largest calderas in the world to natural hot springs and local specialties like the famous Akaushi beef. If it’s your first time in Kumamoto, driving yourself can feel a bit intimidating, and with so many attractions to choose from, it can be hard to know where to go. That’s where Sanko Bus’s ‘Aso Sanjo Terminal Line’ comes in—it takes the hassle out of planning. Here’s everything you need to know about […]

September 19, 2025

Day Trip to Shirakawa-go & Gokayama Ainokura: Exploring Japan’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites by Bus from Kanazawa

Shirakawa-go, a picturesque village that changes with the seasons, is one of Japan’s most popular destinations year-round. But sometimes, you might think: “I want to go, but I’m not confident driving…” “I want to take beautiful photos, but I don’t know the hidden spots…” “I want to visit multiple traditional villages efficiently!” The Hokuriku Railway Regular Sightseeing Bus is the perfect choice. Today, we’ll introduce the highlights of the Shirakawa-go & Gokayama tour. ▼Trip Overview (As of May 2025) Departure: Kanazawa Station Route: Kanazawa Station → Gokayama Ainokura Gassho […]

August 19, 2025

[It’s easy to go] A sightseeing trip to Miyajima by taking a direct access bus from Hiroshima Airport.

Miyajima is a particularly popular tourist spot in Hiroshima. This time, I will be taking a solo trip to Miyajima. ♡ I will introduce how to get there by taking a direct access bus from Hiroshima Airport. This is a must-read article for anyone who wants to go sightseeing in Miyajima straight from the Hiroshima Airport! Here are the details! *As of May 2024 Destination: Miyajimaguchi Departure: Hiroshima Airport Schedule: One day trip Number of people: 1 Expenditure: Approximately 10,000 yen (express bus round trip fare: 8,000 yen) Direct […]

January 16, 2025

Where are the highway bus stops at JR Gotemba Station? What free shuttle buses are available?

JR Gotemba Station is located at the eastern foot of Mt. Fuji where it is an interchange hub for a number of bus services, like highway bus to Shinjuku, free shuttle bus to Gotemba Premium Outlet and Gotemba Kogen Tokinosumika. In the coming article, we will look at the JR Gotemba Station bus terminal and the facilities nearby. Highway bus platforms at JR Gotemba Station There are 2 highway bus platforms at JR Gotemba Station. I am going to show you which buses and the respective platforms these bus buses […]

July 26, 2023

An in-depth look into the Takayama Nohi Bus Center, with necessary sightseeing information you need to know.

It might be known to you that Takayama Nohi Bus Center is the departure hub for popular tourist spots such as Shirakawago, Kamikochi and Gero. In this article, we are going to take an in-depth look into the Takayama Nohi Bus Center and go through some important information which you need to know before traveling. Basic information of Takayama Nohi Bus Center First of all, let me start by introducing the Takayama Nohi Bus Center. Its accessibility, bus routes, as well as facilities will be covered in the article. Please […]

June 05, 2023

Touring in the air by sightseeing bus “Shibuya Street Ride”

Most people have a perception that Shibuya is an area for youngsters only. In fact, there are lots of sightseeing spots you can find in Shibuya, like Meiji Shrine, Japan National Stadium, Aoyama and Omotesando. Thus Shibuya is not only for young people, but also a fashion and cultural hub where all generations can enjoy. If you are reluctant in having a long and tiring day of sightseeing, then the sightseeing bus “Shibuya Street Ride” will be perfect for you. In this article, I am going to share with you […]

April 26, 2023

(First time visiting Hiroshima) Travel around Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine by sightseeing bus (Part 2)

This article is divided into 2 parts introducing the Two World Cultural Heritage Sites Sightseeing Tour (with guide service and lunch included) to Atomic Bomb Dome and Itsukushima Shrine. (初次到廣島觀光) 乘坐觀光巴士遊覽原爆圓頂館和嚴島神社～前篇 In the first part, we visited the Atomic Bomb Dome and took a high-speed boat to Miyajima. In the coming part, we are going to get off the boat and start off the trip in Miyajima where the Itsukushima Shrine is located. Tour around world heritage sites in Hiroshima (Part 2) Miyajima is said to be an island where […]

December 09, 2022

Let’s take a summer retreat to Karuizawa from Ikebukuro by highway bus!

Do you know there is a highway bus taking you directly to popular summer resort, Karuizawa from Tokyo and Ikebukuro? It just takes around 3 hours to go from Ikebukuro (East Exit), why not head off a trip to Karuizawa to cool off on hot summer days? I am going to introduce you the “Ikebukuro – Karuizawa / Saku / Komoro / Ueda” line operated by Seibu Bus Company. Once you get on the bus from Ikebukuro, you can just stay on the air conditioned bus without the need of […]

October 13, 2022

(Part 2) Isn’t here a paradise?! Travel to Kamikochi by bus in early summer, with info on recommended hiking courses and hotels

Kamikochi is a mountainous scenic spot located in the city of Matsumoto in Nagano, with an elevation of about 1500m. Recently I travelled to Kamikochi by bus and enjoyed a day of hiking there. In the latter part of this article, I am going to introduce some recommended hiking courses and hotels to you. Hope the information in my article can help. Let’s check out the recommended hiking courses. Kamikochi stretches from north to south, so it is a good idea to plan your hike ahead. Firstly, let me introduce […]

September 26, 2022

(Part 1) Isn’t here a paradise?! Travel to Kamikochi by bus in early summer, with info on how to go and what to prepare

Kamikochi is a mountainous scenic spot located in the city of Matsumoto in Nagano, with an elevation of about 1500m. The magnificent natural beauty has brought its national recognition as a cultural heritage site of Japan (Natural Monument & Special Natural Cultural Property). I went to Kamikochi by bus and enjoyed a day of hiking there. In the first part of this article, I am going to introduce how to get to Kamikochi, what to wear and prepare for hiking in summer. If you are visiting Kamikochi for the first […]

September 06, 2022

[Sightseeing in Wakayama] A trip from Koyasan to Kumano Hongu Taisha by Koyasan & Kumano Access Bus – Part 2

Koyasan, the head temple of Shingo Esoteric Buddhism, and Kumano Sanzan (the three grand shrines of Kumano) where the gods of nature reside, are two major sanctuaries that have long been worshiped by people. I took a ride on the World Heritages Sites Connecting Bus “Koyasan & Kumano Access Bus” which linked up the two sacred places and shared with you my travel blog in the second part of article. If you are interested in Kumano Hongu Taisha and its surrounding spots, please don’t miss out. Pilgrimage bus trip (Part […]

August 25, 2022

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