Highway bus seat types and onboard features

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This page showcases the seat types available on Japanese highway buses (including night buses) and the range of onboard features available.

From buses with rows of 3 individual seats for an incredibly comfortable trip, great value 4 per row standard arrangement seats and night buses with toilets, etc.

At kosokubus.com we handle a wide range of different buses, with a variety of seat types and onboard features. Search, compare and book the bus that meets your needs!

4 seats per row (Standard)

Type 4 seats in a row
Total number of seats 44~45 seats
Maximum seat reclining 120 degrees
Seat width 42~45cm
Seat pitch 70~90cm
STANDARD (4 seats in a row)

This is the normal bus type for tourists, the biggest attraction being the price.There are many services and lots of seats, and the service is popular for its cheapness, but some may find it slightly cramped.

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4 seats per row (Extra Leg Room)

Type 4 seats in a row
Total number of seats 37~41 seats
Maximum seat reclining 140 degrees
Seat width 42~45cm
Seat pitch 110~135cm
4 seats per row (Extra Leg Room)

With fewer seats than the standard buses, this bus is more comfortable and has more leg room. Some of the buses are equipped with foot rests and leg rests.Being reasonably priced with space for you to stretch your legs makes this bus our recommendation.Arranged with less than 10 rows, there is enough space for you to stretch yourself out properly.

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3 individual seats per row

Type 3 seats in a row
Total number of seats 27~30 seats
Maximum seat reclining 140 degrees
Seat width 50~55cm
Seat pitch 100~130cm
3 individual seats per row

Depending on the service, the seats are partitioned with curtains to become semi-private rooms, and some services are "business class" with less than 20 seats. Most of these buses have full amenities, and are quite comfortable. The number of coaches with electrical outlets is also increasing, and there are many regular customers who prefer this service!

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3 seats in a row(2+1)

Type 3 seats in a row
Total number of seats 27~30 seats
Maximum seat reclining 140 degrees
Seat width 50~55cm
Seat pitch 100~130cm
3 seats per row (2+1)

This arrangement has two seats together and one individual seat, and there is more space sideways than the standard buses. Depending on the facilities, some of the buses have "wide seats" that take up more space.

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2 seats per row

Type 2 seats per row
Total number of seats 11~20 seats
Maximum seat reclining 156 degrees
Seat width 47~70cm
Seat pitch 110~160cm
2seats

The must luxurious seats in the kosokubus.com range of buses. The 6 row My Floral buses have seats that can fully recline allowing you to sleep relaxed. These seats also have partitions and TV monitors, with high level facilities, feel like you are staying in a moving hotel. If you are travelling for a long time or long distance we definitely recommend that you travel in comfort.

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With restroom

This service is particularly recommended for those who need the toilet frequently, those riding the bus at times when traffic congestion is likely, and those who may get travel sick.Some services have washrooms that are surprisingly lavish for a bus.

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With outlet

Have you ever wanted to use a charger whilst on the bus?
If yes, then we recommend a bus that comes with power outlets installed. Each seat comes with its own power outlet so you can use it freely. Start charging as you sleep and when you awake your phone or camera, etc can be fully charged for you to use at your next destination.

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Bus type comparison list

  4 seats per row (Standard) 4 seats per row (Extra Leg Room) 3 individual seats per row 3 seats per row(2+1) 2 seats per row
Type 4 seats per row 4 seats per row 3 seats per row 3 seats per row 2 seats per row
Total number of seats 44-45 seats 37-41 seats 27-30 seats 27-30 seats 11-20 seats
Maximum seat reclining 120 degrees 140 degrees 140 degrees 140 degrees 156 degrees
Seat width 42-45cm 42-45cm 50-55cm 50-55cm 47-70cm
Seat pitch 70-90cm 110-135cm 100-130cm 100-130cm 100-160cm
Seat arrangement Arranged with 11 rows of 4 seats with the central aisle in between. Arranged with 9~10 rows of 4 seats with the central aisle in between. Each seat is individually separated in a row across the asile. Arranged with 9~10 rows of 3 seats with the central aisle in between. Arranged with 6~7 rows of 2 seats with the central aisle in between.
The back row 4 seats or 5 seats 4 seats or 5 seats 3 seats or 4 seats 3 seats or 4 seats 2seats