Section 1: COVID-19 Precautions for Bus Travel

1.Be sure to sanitize your hands before boarding the bus.

2.Wear a mask Wearing a mask, both before, during, and after boarding, is one way to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

3.Maintain social distancing at bus stops, terminals, and inside the bus.

Section 2:Guidelines for checked baggage

Guidelines for Acceptable Luggage

Most companies allow one piece of luggage per person with a total of three sides (length, width, and height) measuring up to 100 cm. While the specific size limits may vary slightly between bus companies, most adhere to the same size and quantity restrictions as for carry-on luggage on airplanes.
However, there are exceptions, so be sure to inquire about the allowable luggage size when checking about the availability of luggage compartments.

Prohibited items

Dangerous goods (explosives, flammable items, knives), folding bicycles, musical instruments, pets, golf bags, sports equipment, long and thin items (such as bamboo swords), etc.
Other fragile items cannot be checked as damage cannot be Of course, even suitcases cannot be checked if they exceed the specified size.

Section 3:Items you must bring

＜Items for a comfortable journey＞

Neck pillow・・・By inflating it to create a concave shape, it supports your head and neck while you sleep.
Mask・・・The bus interior is very dry year-round. Additionally, as it is an enclosed space, it is essential for health management.
Earplugs・・・With earplugs, you can shut out the sounds around you. However, be careful as you may not hear announcements such as service area breaks.
Eye mask・・・This is a must-have item for those who usually turn off all the lights when they sleep. Although the curtains are usually closed during the journey, some light inevitably enters the bus from the driver's front windshield.

＜Essential items for women＞

Makeup remover sheets・・・Indispensable for overnight bus trips where you cannot wash off makeup with water.
Hand cream, facial mist・・・The interior of the night bus is extremely dry! Highly recommended for those who are concerned about dry skin.
Disposable slippers + socks・・・It's unpleasant to spend a whole night in shoes. Bare feet can get cold at night. Slippers and socks are a solution to this.

About Lost and Found

Contact the website or office where you made your reservation.

When contacting them, inform them of your bus reservation details (boarding date, boarding and alighting locations, bus name, etc.) and that you have lost something. If the bus company can be identified, provide information about the lost item (name, color, shape, etc.
and where in the bus you think you left it) and have them check.

How to receive the item

The method of receiving the item varies depending on the bus company. It will usually be sent to you by the bus company collect on delivery, but some companies may allow you to pick up the item at their office, so be sure to check the method of receipt when you inquire.

I don't know if I lost it on the bus or after getting off.

If there is a possibility that you lost it on the bus, first contact the bus company. Also, since there is a possibility that you lost it after getting off, you should also contact the police.

Section 5:Eating manners Eating is generally allowed, but there are some things to keep in mind.

1.Be careful about strong-smelling foods.

The bus interior is a closed, airtight space. It is best to avoid smelly bento boxes and snacks.

Alcohol is also a concern. Alcohol is also classified as having a strong odor.
Some bus companies may refuse to allow passengers who are drinking. Even if you are confident in your alcohol tolerance, it is recommended that you refrain from drinking when taking a night bus.

2.Mobile phone manners

Talking on the phone is not allowed.
Many bus companies announce over the PA system to set your phone to silent mode or turn it off.

3.Music player manners

Listening to music is not prohibited, but please pay close attention to the volume to avoid disturbing others.

4.Game machine manners

It is best to avoid using smartphones and game machines as much as possible.
The reason is that the sound of pressing buttons and the light emitted from game machines may wake up other passengers.

5.Reclining manners

When reclining your seat, please ask the person behind you before reclining.

6.No smoking

Inside the bus Smoking is prohibited inside the bus.
Smokers should use the break time.