【10% OFF】Discover Shikoku's Hidden Treasures: Oboke Gorge Cruise & Iya Vine Bridge Bus Tour from Osaka

Luxury Memory – Premium Bus Experience

Discover a new standard of travel with HIS. Enjoy a premium experience crafted for comfort, relaxation, and lasting memories.

Travel aboard a coach specially designed with extra legroom, an onboard restroom, and vanity facilities to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey.

• Spacious seating layout with only 8–9 rows (in contrast to the standard 12), providing more legroom
• Selected seats equipped with power outlets or USB ports
• Reclining seats for enhanced comfort
• Tables and footrests available for a more relaxing experience
• Complimentary hand towels provided (while supplies last)
• Seating arrangements may be 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle; seat allocations are made on the day of travel
• In 3-seat configurations, group members may find themselves seated in separate rows
• Onboard restroom with vanity available

Experience the powerful scenery of the Oboke Gorge cruise

Take a cruise along the stunning emerald-green Yoshino River and enjoy the breathtaking views of towering rock cliffs and magnificent gorges. If the boat service is canceled due to weather or other conditions on the day, the equivalent boarding fee will be refunded.

Explore freely around the remote Iya Kazurabashi (vine bridge) area

• The “Kazurabashi” vine bridge, which spans the gorge, is an excellent photo opportunity.
• This bridge is recognized as an Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan and is rebuilt every three years.

Please note that the bridge crossing fee is not included in the tour price and must be paid by guests on-site.

Enjoy shopping at the popular Kurukuru Naruto Roadside Station

“Kurukuru Naruto Roadside Station” is an engaging food-themed destination showcasing local specialties such as Naruto Kintoki sweet potatoes, lotus root, and Naruto sea bream. Explore a local market featuring Tokushima products, along with restaurants and shops offering regional cuisine and delicacies.

Stop for shopping at Awaji Highway Oasis

Take in panoramic views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, one of the largest suspension bridges globally. Browse a diverse range of local Awaji Island souvenirs, including the well-known onion soup and onion dressing.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Tokushima, Hyogo
• Number of days of travel: 1 day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): Bento Lunch Box
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
• Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
• (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager:

Eri Tomiyama

*The Tour Operations Manager is accountable for transactions related to your travel at the sales office, handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Journey in style on a premium coach featuring a restroom and additional legroom for a more luxurious experience
• Take in the stunning views during the Oboke Gorge cruise
• Wander at your leisure in the secluded Iya Kazurabashi (vine bridge) region
• Shop at the well-known “Kurukuru Naruto” Roadside Station
• Make a shopping stop at Awaji Highway Oasis
• Enjoy a delicious boxed lunch included

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meeting time 7:45, Departure time 8:00) ※ On July 18th, August 16th, September 20th, and October 11th, the meeting and departure times will be 30 minutes earlier (Meeting time 7:15, Departure time 7:30).
• Michi-no-Eki Kurukuru Naruto (Enjoy shopping at this popular roadside station! / Approx. 30 minutes)
• Oboke Gorge Sightseeing Cruise (Enjoy a thrilling cruise! / Approx. 30 minutes)
• Iya Kazurabashi Bridge (One of Japan's three most unusual bridges! Enjoy the beautiful gorge! / Approx. 60 minutes)
• Awaji Highway Oasis (Shopping for Awaji Island's local specialties! / Approx. 30 minutes)
• Umeda (Around 20:00)

Price Details

Included

• Air-conditioned bus
• Round-trip transportation
• Admission fee
• Bento Lunch Box

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• Drinking alcohol on the bus is prohibited.
• Please note that odd-numbered groups will, in principle, share seats on the bus.
• The order of the itinerary may be partially changed.
• The Iya Kazurabashi bridge crossing fee is not included and must be paid by guests.
• If the boat is canceled due to weather or other conditions, the equivalent boarding fee will be refunded.
• Lunch will be served on the bus.
• Tea is not included, so please prepare your own before boarding.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 11 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 10 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 100% cancellation fee