Express Bus Routes and Sightseeing Bus Tours

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Sapporo/Otaru Aomori Morioka, Iwate Sendai, Miyagi Akita Yamagata Fukushima Ibaraki Nikko / Utsunomiya, Tochigi Gunma Saitama / Omiya Chiba Tokyo Haneda Airport Yokohama / Hakone, Kanagawa Niigata Toyama Kanazawa, Ishikawa Mt.Fuji / Fuji Five Lakes / Fuji-Q Highland Nagano / Matsumoto / Karuizawa / Hakuba / Kamikochi Gifu Izu Peninsula / Hamamatsu / Shizuoka / Gotemba Premium Outlets Nagoya, Aichi Mie Shiga Kyoto Osaka Hyogo / Kobe Nara Wakayama Yonago, Tottori Matsue, Shimane Okayama Hiroshima Yamaguchi Tokushima Kagawa Ehime Kochi Fukuoka Nagasaki Kumamoto Oita Okinawa Hokkaido Hokkaido Tohoku Northern Honshu Tohoku Northern Honshu Tokyo & Around Tokyo Tokyo & Around Tokyo The Japan Alps Central Honshu The Japan Alps Central Honshu Kyoto Osaka Kansai Kyoto Osaka Kansai Hiroshima Western Honshu Hiroshima Western Honshu Shikoku Shikoku Kyushu Kyushu Okinawa Okinawa
Sapporo/Otaru Aomori Morioka, Iwate Sendai, Miyagi Akita Yamagata Fukushima Ibaraki Nikko / Utsunomiya, Tochigi Gunma Saitama / Omiya Chiba Tokyo Yokohama / Hakone, Kanagawa Haneda Airport Mt.Fuji / Fuji Five Lakes / Fuji-Q Highland Niigata Toyama Kanazawa, Ishikawa Yamanashi Nagano / Matsumoto / Karuizawa / Hakuba / Kamikochi Gifu Izu Peninsula / Hamamatsu / Shizuoka / Gotemba Premium Outlets Nagoya, Aichi Mie Shiga Kyoto Osaka Hyogo / Kobe Nara Wakayama Yonago, Tottori Matsue, Shimane Okayama Hiroshima Yamaguchi Tokushima Kagawa Ehime Kochi Fukuoka Nagasaki Kumamoto Oita Okinawa Hokkaido Hokkaido Tohoku Northern Honshu Tohoku Northern Honshu Tokyo & Around Tokyo Tokyo & Around Tokyo The Japan Alps Central Honshu The Japan Alps Central Honshu Kyoto Osaka Kansai Kyoto Osaka Kansai Hiroshima Western Honshu Hiroshima Western Honshu Shikoku Shikoku Kyushu Kyushu Okinawa Okinawa

Hokkaido

From and To Sapporo/Otaru

Sightseeing tour bus
Shiroi Koibito Park, Mt. Okura Ski Jump Stadium, Central Wholesale Market
5-hour tour of the Hokkaido famous "Shiroi Koibito" confectionery theme park/factory, Mt. Okura Ski Jump Stadium, and Sapporo's kitchen, the "Central Wholesale Market." A multilingual audio system that provides explanations in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean.
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Odori Park, Mt. Okura, Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill
A multilingual audio system in Japanese, English, Chinese & Korean available. The bus will take you to some of Sapporo’s famous highlights. Take this opportunity to visit two of the most famous sightseeing spots most visitors go to, the Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill and Mt. Okura.
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Otaru Canal, Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch, Shiroi Koibito Park
Step into Otaru’s timeless charm, where historic canals meet fresh ocean flavors. Savor grilled seafood in iconic heritage buildings and stroll through a nostalgic port town. End the day with sweet moments at Shiroi Koibito Park, a delightful Hokkaido classic.
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Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya
Experience the majestic beauty of “Lake Shikotsu,” spectacular nature of Lake Toya, and Mt. Usu which was registered as a World Geopark, all in one day!
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Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo &Lake Akan
This tour is a perfect fit for travelers who would like to explore and experience the natural beauty of East Hokkaido in just one way without worrying about driving on icy and snowy road by yourself.
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Asahiyama Zoo
This tour invites you to Asahiyama Zoo where many tourists visit. There is the‘Seal Aquarium’ and ‘Polar Bear Aquatic Park, where you can observe the animals’ natural behavior.
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Shimamui Coast, Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan, Cape Kamui
This tour takes you to Cape Kamui which is a headland in Shakotan Peninsula. Drive route 229 and see spectacular view of cliff as well as strange and rough rocks. We will make a stop at Misaki-no-Yu Shakotan, a hot spring and public bath house for lunch and a dip in the hot springs.
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Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya
Experience the majestic beauty of “Lake Shikotsu,” spectacular nature of Lake Toya, and Mt. Usu which was registered as a World Geopark, all in one day!
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Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
This bus will take you to the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in the evening, which creates a colorful magical world with numerous illuminated ice sculptures.
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Chocolate Town,Mt. Moiwa Ropeway, Central Wholesale Market
Visit Royce’ Cacao & Chocolate Town and enjoy fresh seafood at the Central Wholesale Market. The final highlight is the Mt. Moiwa Ropeway, offering sweeping views of Sapporo. This new course is packed with Hokkaido’s charms, letting visitors enjoy great food & stunning scenery all in one trip.
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Aquarium, Canal, Shiroi Koibito Park
Enjoy Otaru’s stunning views and fresh ocean delicacies on a full-day bus tour! Visit Otaru Aquarium, explore iconic sights, and and end at Shiroi Koibito Park for chocolate-making and shopping.
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Takino Snow World, Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill, Cemetery
Play, wonder, and unwind in Hokkaido’s winter-only wonderland of snow and silence. From thrilling snow adventures to mystical art and serene landscapes, every moment feels magical. Embrace a seasonal journey where pure white scenery creates memories found nowhere else.
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From and To Hakodate

From and To Obihiro/Tokachi

From and To Kushiro/Akanko

From and To Kitami/Abashiri/Shiretoko

From and To Wakkanai/Rishiri/Rebun

From and To Furano/Biei/Asahikawa

Tokyo & Around Tokyo

From and To Ibaraki

From and To Nikko / Utsunomiya, Tochigi

From and To Gunma

From and To Saitama / Omiya

From and To Chiba

From and To Narita Airport

From and To Haneda Airport

From and To Tokyo

Sightseeing tour bus
Shibuya, Harajuku, Omotesando
Let’s discover the charm of SHIBUYA, the epicenter of creative cultural city in Tokyo where continues to create new cultures unique in the world, while traveling around various streets on an open-top roofless bus.
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From and To Yokohama / Hakone, Kanagawa

From and To Mt.Fuji / Fuji Five Lakes / Fuji-Q Highland

The Japan Alps Central Honshu

From and To Niigata

From and To Toyama

Sightseeing tour bus
Sightseeing spots along Toyama Bay
A sightseeing bus route takes you to the attractions along Toyama Bay in Himi and to have a taste of fresh seafood available at the port market. Spectacular view of Tateyama mountain range and Noto Peninsula can be enjoyed in clear days.
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Himi, Wakura Onsen
The Waku-liner Express is a direct bus service that connects Shin-Takaoka Station and Takaoka Station, on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, with Wakura Onsen via Himi.
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From and To Kanazawa, Ishikawa

Sightseeing tour bus
Ainokura, Shirakawago
Take a day trip from Kanazawa to Shirakawa-go and Gokayama (Ainokura), historic villages known for their traditional gassho-style houses and discover Japan’s original landscapes, breathtaking scenery, changing with each season!
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From and To Fukui

From and To Yamanashi

From and To Nagano / Matsumoto / Karuizawa / Hakuba / Kamikochi

From and To Gifu

Sightseeing tour bus
Ainokura, Shirakawago
Shirakawa-go and　Gokayama Gassho-style villages are designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1995. A combination of stunning natural scenery and unique traditional villages give you an unforgettable experience like no other.
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Suganuma, Shirakawago
Shirakawa-go and　Gokayama Gassho-style villages are designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites in 1995. A combination of stunning natural scenery and unique traditional villages give you an unforgettable experience like no other.
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Shirakawago Illumination
Departure from Takayama. Annual illumination event for 4 days only, the gassho-zukuri houses are lit up in the snow creating a magical scene. This tour includes a ticket to the observation deck where you can enjoy a stunning and panoramic view of the entire village.
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Shirakawago Illumination
Annual illumination event for 4 days only, the thatched roof houses are lit up in the snow creating a magical scene. You’ll have plenty of time to explore and enjoy an illuminated view inside the village. Admission to Minkaen Outdoor Museum is included.
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Shirakawago Illumination
A course with departure from Takaoka / Shin-Takaoka allows you to scroll around the snow-covered village and enjoy a close up illuminated view inside the village.
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Shirakawago Illumination
This tour departing from/to Takaoka includes a ticket to the observatory, and visitors can appreciate the beauty of the region illuminated with lights stands out against the night sky in the snow.
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Akigami Hot Spring
The “Illumination of Subzero Forest”, a winter feature, is an ice forest created by spraying water on the trees in the forest. Nohi Bus will operate buses when the forest is lit up at night. Enjoy the magical scenery you can only experience here.
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Shirakawago Illumination
This course departs from Toyama Station and is a special plan where you can enjoy the illuminations from an observation deck with a panoramic view of the village.
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Shirakawago Illumination
This course departs from Toyama Station, which allows you to enjoy the spectacular illuminations inside the Ogimachi Village.
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Shirakawago Illumination
This course departs from Takaoka / Shin-Takaoka Station and is a special plan where you can enjoy Shirakawago illuminations from an observation deck with a panoramic view of the village.
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Shirakawago, Ainokura
Discover the traditional landscapes of Japan by bus! This bus runs daily between Takaoka / Johana and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go.
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From and To Izu Peninsula / Hamamatsu / Shizuoka / Gotemba Premium Outlets

From and To Nagoya, Aichi

From and To Chubu Centrair International Airport

Kyoto Osaka Kansai

From and To Mie

From and To Shiga

From and To Kyoto

From and To Osaka

Sightseeing tour bus
Osaka Castle,Tsutenkaku,Dotombori,Nakanoshima
A double decker bus will take you to major tourist attractions of Osaka. You will feel like as if you are connected to the sky, while getting a fresh breeze on the open top bus.
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From and To Kansai International Airport

From and To Hyogo / Kobe

From and To Nara

Sightseeing tour bus
Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Mt. Wakakusa
You will be accompanied by an expert, English speaking guide to World Heritage sites in Nara, such as Todaiji Temple (Nandaimon/ Great Buddha Hall), Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, where you can enjoy an unobstructed views over Nara city.
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Horyuji Temple, Yakushiji Temple and Toshodai-ji Temple
A one-day bus tour to fully enjoy the town of Ikaruga and Nishi-no-kyo area in Nara, where the World Heritage sites are scattered.
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Mount Wakakusa
Mount Wakakusa, located in the heart of Nara, is a scenic hill famous for its panoramic views of Nara City and its beautiful seasonal landscapes. Why don't you take the bus connecting JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station to the summit of Mount Wakakusa?
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From and To Wakayama

Sightseeing tour bus
Koyasan, Kumano
The Kii mountains tower over central Wakayama wrapped in a veil of green. To the north and south are two sacred areas registered as World Heritages. Blessed with a rich natural environment, you can get away from daily life and set your sprit free.
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Kumano Trails & Nakahechi
Buses will take you directly to the entrance of the Kumano Kodo Pilgrim Trail. You can hike Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage routes, enjoying the nature, shrines and temples along the way. Come and enjoy the rewarding experience of this region conveniently by bus!
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Shikoku

From and To Tokushima

Sightseeing tour bus
Oboke, Iya
A one-day tour to Iya and Oboke which are said to be a mysterious place in Japan. You will enjoy expansive sights that will take your breath away as you go through the Iya Valley.
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Cape Muroto, Muroto Geo Park, Shishikui Onsen
Enjoy scenic bayside tourist attractions that Muroto-Anan Kaigan Quasi-National Park offers. The vehicle runs along the coastal towns in Tokushima and Kochi. DMV is a vehicle that runs on both railways and roads, and switches its modes from trains on railways to buses on roads.
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From and To Kagawa

From and To Ehime

From and To Kochi

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