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NagoyatoYamanashi Mount Fuji
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Yamanashi Mount Fuji
Traveling from Nagoya to Mount Fuji is incredibly convenient by highway bus! Mount Fuji, Japan's highest
and most iconic mountain, along with the beautiful Oshino Hakkai and the popular Fuji-Q Highland theme
park, are just a few of the natural attractions around the Fuji area.
Choosing to take a highway bus is not only cost-effective, with one-way tickets starting at around 4,500
yen, but it's also much cheaper than taking the Shinkansen, which costs around 6,000 yen. Additionally,
the highway bus provides direct service to Kawaguchiko and other surrounding attractions, eliminating
the hassle of transfers.
One of the major advantages of taking a highway bus from Nagoya to Kawaguchiko is avoiding complicated
transfers. For instance, taking the Shinkansen requires several transfers between trains and buses at
Shin-Yokohama or Mishima stations, which can be time-consuming and confusing. Flying requires additional
transportation from Narita or Haneda airports. In contrast, the highway bus takes you directly to Mount
Fuji, with stops at nearby tourist spots like Fuji-Q Highland and Kawaguchiko, making your travel
itinerary much easier to manage.
The journey from Nagoya to Kawaguchiko by highway bus takes approximately four and a half hours (exact
time depends on the service). If you depart in the morning, you can enjoy lunch near Mount Fuji upon
arrival and start your day of sightseeing. The highway bus offers comfortable seats and spacious
interiors, allowing you to relax and rest during the journey.
The highway bus also offers multiple convenient boarding and drop-off locations, allowing you to choose
the most suitable points based on your itinerary and accommodation. This flexibility makes your trip
more convenient and saves you both time and energy.
In conclusion, traveling from Nagoya to Kawaguchiko by highway bus is the most economical and convenient
transportation option. It not only saves you money but also provides a comfortable travel environment
and flexible drop-off options. Book your seat in advance to secure your spot, and enjoy the convenience
and comfort that the highway bus offers, making your trip from Nagoya to Kawaguchiko smooth and
enjoyable.
If you're planning to travel from Nagoya to Kawaguchiko, be sure to choose the highway bus for an
affordable, comfortable, and hassle-free travel experience!
If the bus code starts with an X or a Z then you can make a booking from one month in advance. For all other buses, bookings can be made between 1 and 4 months before the intended departure date. We suggest that you visit our website closer to your desired departure date and make a booking then.
Luggage
- How about luggage size?
- Stored luggage sizes vary by bus booked.
Please check the specific details for the bus that you intend on using.
(There are even some buses that have no trunk available)
In terms of carry on luggage there is not a specific size limit, but the passenger must be able to carry it on their lap or by their feet without causing an inconvenience to other passengers.
Suitcases are not allowed aboard the bus as they may prevent passengers from reclining their seats. We also ask that customers refrain from putting luggage in the aisles.
- What is the size of luggage we can store in the trunk?
- Luggage sizes vary by bus booked.
Please check the specific details for the bus that you intend on using.
(There are even some buses that have no trunk available)
If you wish to make an inquiry regarding this please inform us of the following.
・Luggage size（length x width x height 3 dimensions）：
・Amount of luggage：
・If it is not a suitcase or a travel bag、Type of luggage：
・Prospective bus name：
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- Does size of a suitcase include the suitcase wheels?
- Suitcase wheels are included in the measurement for height.
- What do we do if the size of our suitcase exceeds the size given?
- The bus staff will not physically measure your luggage, but if it is too large to
fit
in the
trunk or is clearly over-sized, the bus staff may refuse to carry it on board.
If there is trunk space then at the bus staff's discretion, you may be allowed to carry it on board.
This can not be guaranteed so we request that all customers bring luggage that fits within the size perimeters given.
There is no set size limit for carry on luggage.
However, it needs to be carried on the passengers lap or stored by their feet.
If you have 2 or more pieces of luggage we suggest that you split them and store one in the trunk and carry one aboard the bus.
- If the luggage we have is larger than allowed in the rules, can we pay a surcharge to have them carried in the trunk?
- Unfortunately you can not pay for excess baggage.
The bus staff will not physically measure your luggage, but if it is too large to fit in the trunk or is clearly over-sized, the bus staff may refuse to carry it on board.
If there is trunk space then at the bus staff's discretion, you may be allowed to carry it on board.
This can not be guaranteed so we request that all customers bring luggage that fits within the size perimeters given.
There is no set size limit for carry on luggage.
However, it needs to be carried on the passengers lap or stored by their feet.
If you have 2 or more pieces of luggage, we suggest that you split them and store one in the trunk and carry one aboard the bus.
- How about carry-on luggage?
- In terms of carry-on luggage there is no specific size limits, but the passenger
must
be able to
carry it on their lap or by their feet without causing an inconvenience to other passengers.
Suitcases are not allowed aboard the bus as they may prevent passengers from reclining their seats.
We also ask that customers refrain from putting luggage in the aisles.
- Can we store bikes,musical instruments, and sports equipment on the bus?
- This will depend on the bus booked.
Please check the rules regarding luggage size and what can be carried on board. This can be found on the bus details page.
Although it is rare, there are buses with no available trunk space.
Also bicycles (including folding bikes) musical instruments and sports equipment may not be able to be stored in the trunk of the bus to prevent damage during travel.
If you are not able to store your items on the bus, you may have to find another means of transporting your items.
- Can we carry pets on board?
- Unfortunately, as not to be a nuisance to other passengers pets are not allowed
to be
carried on
board or stored in the trunk.
We ask for your understanding.
- Can we store wheelchairs on board?
- This will be dependent on the bus in question.
We can inform you whether or not the bus company can fulfill your request.
Please inform us of the following details.
・Wheelchair（Width,length and height）：
・Other luggage（Width,length and height）：
・Number of luggage excluding wheelchair：
・If there is luggage other than suitcases or travel bags, please inform us of their details：
・Prospective bus name：
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Luggage left behind
- I forgot something on the bus.
- We will confirm whether or not your lost property is found on the bus.
Please inform us of the details below to the customer center of Kosokubus.com.
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◆Requirements
Booking number:
Lost item:
Colour and shape (as specific as possible):
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If your lost property is found there are two ways of retrieving it.
1. Collect it from the bus company's lost property office. (free)
2. Postage withing Japan using payment on receipt (requires a fee)*
* We can not confirm the price of the payment on receipt postal service, this will be confirmed when you receive the item.
Please note that we can not post lost property overseas. We appreciate your understanding.