Open top double decker bus, Maple SKY (Only in Winter) Hiroshima Dreamination Window Course
This is a course on which you can see “Hiroshima Dreamination” , an illumination event which is a winter tradition in Hiroshima from a double decker open-top bus. This course includes a round-trip of the main venue Heiwa Odori Boulevard, so it is possible to fully enjoy both sides of the illuminations. Our Maple Sky vehicles will also be running with special decorations.
Open top double decker bus, Maple SKY (Only in Winter) Hiroshima Dreamination Window Course
Open top double decker bus, Maple SKY (Only in Winter) Hiroshima Dreamination Window Course
illumination event
illumination event
illumination event
Operating Dates



Everyday from Dec 6 - Dec 26, 2025
No bus service on Dec 10 (Wed), Dec 13 (Sat) and Dec 18 (Sun)
Departure / Time


6:40 p.m. from Hiroshima Station (Shinkansen Entrance) OR
7:00 p.m. from Hiroshima Bus Center 
Duration
Approx 1.5-2 hours 
Fare
Adults
JPY 1,500
Children (4-11)
JPY 750
※For safety purposes, children under the age of 3 may not ride the bus, even if accompanied by a parent or guardian
※ The 3-language automatic audio guide system is not available in this course. 
※ You can also purchase tickets (in cash or IC cards) for the "Hiroshima Dreamination Window Course" at Hiroshima Bus Center tickets windows if seats are still available. 

Itineraries
Depart 6:40 p.m. 
Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Entrance 
From a window


Hiroshima Castle
Depart 7:00 p.m. 

Hiroshima Bus Center 

Aioi-dori (Kamiyacho, Hatchobori)
From a window



Heiwa Odori Boulevard (Hiroshima Dreamination Venue)


Fukuro-machi (Hon-dori)
From a window



Atomic Bomb Dome (World Heritage)
From a window

Heiwa Odori Boulevard (Hiroshima Dreamination Venue)
From a window



Eki-mae-dori (Streetcars, Hiroshima Station)
Arrive 8:05 p.m. 


Hiroshima Bus Center 
From a window


Hiroshima Castle
Arrive 8:25 p.m. 


Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Entrance 
 Usage Guide

・Always wear your seatbelt while on the bus.
・Service may, on the judgment of management, be delayed or suspended due to strong winds, rain, storms, or other foul weather which may hinder safe operation.
・Actual arrival times may be earlier or later than those listed due to traffic conditions.
・For safety purposes, children under the age of three may not ride the bus. Carrying children or placing them one one’s lap while on the bus is also not allowed for safety reasons.
・Leaving one’s seat while the bus is in motion and the use of umbrellas (including parasols), smoking, and placing one’s hands or face outside the vehicle while on the bus is prohibited.
・The buses will not run in rainy weather. In the event of light showers, buses will be run with raincoats distributed to participants.
・Please note that during or after rainy weather, water droplets may fall from above when passing through tunnels or tree-lined avenues.
・Please note that as the bus has no roof, you will experience strong winds. Please also take appropriate measures to prevent sunburn in summer and wear appropriate clothing for cold weather in winter.
・Only beverages contained in sealable thermoses/water bottles or disposable plastic bottles may be brought onto the bus. Please refrain from bringing other types of beverages such as canned soft drinks.

Cancellation fee
JPY 100 per person before the departure time shown on your E-ticket. 
Note: If you don't show up for a service and fail to cancel the reservation prior to scheduled departure, you are considered a no-show and all money associated with the reservation is forfeited. 
Please cancel your reservation via “Manage my Booking” Page of Japan Bus Online website at https://japanbusonline.com/BookInquiry before the specified deadline. 

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Operating Bus Company
JR Bus Chugoku Reservation Center +81-(0)82-261-1268 ※Can be Contacted in Japanese only.
Please contact bus company directly for bus operations. 
You can make an inquiry to JapanBusOnline@mail.j-bus.co.jp customer support center, KOBO Co., Ltd relating to reservations and payment of tickets.
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