Niseko in the summer, which is easy to visit, open-top buses that go around sightseeing spots run day and night

In Niseko, Hokkaido, the open-top shuttle bus "Sky Bus Niseko" will operate daily from July 20 (Sat) ~ August 18 (Sun), 2024. The event was organized by the Kutchan Tourism Association. (*Photo: You can see Mt. Yotei from anywhere on the route)

The shuttle bus runs between "Niseko Station" or "Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza" and "Kutchan Station", and there are a total of 6 one-way buses, 4 during the day and 2 at night, for a total of 12 round-trips. The shuttle bus stops at 15 stops corresponding to tourist attractions. The first train departs at 7:40 a.m. (departs from Niseko Station) and the last train departs at 8:05 p.m. (arrives in front of Niseko Station), and operates as the "Panorama" during the day and the "Night" at night. The night service will stop in the center of Kutchan and will stop at more stops than during the day.

The ticket is a paper ticket (set of 3) and costs 2,000 yen for adults and 1,00 yen for children. 10% discount on electronic tickets sold in early July. The unlimited ride pass (electronic) is 2,200 yen for 1 day, 3,500 yen for 2 days, and 7,000 yen for 1 week, half price for children. Tickets can be purchased at a total of 5 locations, including "Roadside Station Niseko View Plaza" and "JR Kutchan Station". Drinking yogurt privileges, audio guides for sightseeing spots, sightseeing attendant rides, etc.

In recent years, Niseko (Kutchan Town, Niseko Town) has been emphasized due to congestion among foreign visitors to Japan and soaring prices, but in the summer, the congestion decreases and it becomes easier for Japan travelers to visit. Recently, TV stations in Tokyo have reported on the phenomenon near Hirafu (Kutchan Town) in winter, where the Tokyu ski resort is located, and prices in other areas are as usual, so you can enjoy a relaxing trip.