A shuttle bus runs during Kitahiroshima Wattsu / Chitose and Lake Akanko Onsen.
Please note that seats are limited due to advanced reservations and seat capacity.
If you use the shuttle bus, please contact the hotel at least 5 days before your arrival date to reserve the seat.
Reservations by phone
TEL.+81-154-67-2500 / 9:00-18:00
Akan Mashu Express
Depart from ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking in Kitahiroshima Wattsu
first via JR South-Chitose Station,
then to Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden in Otofuke-cho
Operating dates
From December 3, 2024 to January 18, 2025
＜Outbound＞Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
＜Return＞Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
From January 19, 2025 to February 28, 2025
＜Outbound＞Every day
＜Return＞Every day
From March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025
＜Outbound＞Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
＜Return＞Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
*Reservations required at least 5 days in advance
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
- All listed prices include taxes.
- Children under 2 years old are free.
- *Cancellation fees
Same-day cancellations after departure or no-shows: 100% / Same-day prior to departure: 50% / 1 day prior: 40% / 2 to 7 days prior: 30% / 8 to 20 days prior: 20% / 21 or more days prior: No fee - *Once you have boarded, you will be unable to disembark until Lake Akan Hot Springs
- *The bus will depart at the specified time. Be aware that you will be unable to board past that time.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic or weather conditions. We thank you for your understanding.
Fee (tax included)
One way
- Kitahiroshima Wattsu/Minami Chitose - Lake Akan Hot Springs
- per adult/child: 6,000 yen
- Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden (Otofuke)―Lake Akan Hot Springs
- per adult/child: 3,000 yen
TIMETABLE
From Kitahiroshima/Minami Chitose
to Lake Akan OnsenRequired time: about 6 hours 30 minutes
| 10:30 departure | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking (Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 departure | Minami Chitose station |
| 14:30 departure |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 16:30 arrival | Lake Akan Hot Springs |
From Lake Akan Onsen
to New Chitose Airport/KitahiroshimaRequired time: about 5 hours 30 minutes
| 10:00 departure |
Lake Akan Hot Springs (Meet in front of the hotel) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 arrival |
Ryugetsu Sweetpia Garden[Otofuke-town] *This is a place where you can rest. |
| 14:30 departure | New Chitose Airport |
| 15:30 arrival | ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking(Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City) |
- *Boarding is available only between Kitahiroshima and JR Minami-Chitose Station. Disembarkation is available only between New Chitose Airport and Kitahiroshima. Midway boarding or disembarkation is prohibited.
BUS STOP GUIDE
ELM SIGHTSEEING BUS Parking
Access: Wattsu 431-3, Kitahiroshima City, Hokkaido0611268 JAPAN
JR Minami Chitose Station
The meeting spot: Bus stop in front of the North Exit of JR Minami-Chitose Station.
There will be no attendant. Departs at specified times.
Ryugetsu SweetPia Garden
INFORMATION
Due to pre-booking and seating capacity system, the seating availability is limited.
Please inquire with your hotel by phone or through the special bus reservation form 5 days prior to your stay.
*When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
operator by Tsuruga Travel Service
TEL.+81-154-67-2500 / 9:00-18:00
- *When making the reservation, please provide the mobile telephone number of the main guest.
- *Please refrain from separately contacting the bus stopover facilities.
- *A bus without reservations will not run.
- *In case all seats are fully booked we might not be able to confirm the reservation.
Please note the following when using the shuttle bus services.
- *Inquire with the hotel you will be staying at by telephone or using the Shuttle Bus Reservation Form at least 5 days prior to your stay
- *Bus will depart at the time specified. Please be informed that you will not be able to board after the time has passed.
- *Arrival times may be delayed due to traffic conditions or weather circumstances, therefore, we request your kind understanding in advance.
- *Please read the Package Tour Contract, a contract for travel agents available at the below link.
It also includes information about cancellation fees.
