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Your Essential Awaji Island Transportation & Access Guide
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Awaji Island is a hidden gem in Japan known for its history, nature, and gourmet. However, many travelers are unsure about how to reach the island. This guide provides essential information on transportation and access to Awaji Island.
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Transportation and Access to Awaji Island
Though it may seem complicated, reaching Awaji Island is quite straightforward. It's conveniently located an hour's drive from Kobe and an hour and a half from Osaka. Most routes connect through Sannomiya, where you can catch direct buses to Awaji Island. Whether you're coming from Osaka or even Tokyo, rest assured, this guide has you covered for transportation and access to Awaji Island!
Sannomiya (Kobe) Access Guide
When traveling to Awaji Island, your journey will likely involve passing through Sannomiya , making this information crucial.
To reach Awaji Island by bus, you have two main options: depart from either Sannomiya Bus Terminal (Mint Kobe) or Shinki Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal. Both terminals offer routes to Awaji IC, serving as the gateway to the island's attractions.
Since these terminals are conveniently close to each other, it's recommended that you check the bus schedules for both to plan your travel efficiently.
Sannomiya Bus Terminal (Mint Kobe)
Shinki Kobe Sannomiya Bus Terminal
Direct Bus from Sannomiya to Popular Attractions on Awaji Island
Awaji Island --> Popular Facilities
The Awaji Resort Bus's Kita-Awaji Nishi-Kaigan Line comes highly recommended for exploring Awaji Island's famous attractions. This direct bus service provides easy access to major attractions such as Zenbo Seinei, the anime theme park Nijigen no Mori, HELLO KITTY facilities, and more.
If you want to know more about the bus schedule of the direct bus to popular attractions on Awaji Island, check the link below!
Indirect Bus from Sannomiya to Popular Attractions on Awaji Island (Very Accessible)
Sannomiya --> Awaji Interchange (IC) --> Popular Facilities
If you're not able to use the Kita-Awaji Nishi-Kaigan Line due to schedule constraints, taking a bus to Awaji IC is a suitable alternative. From Awaji IC, you can then transfer to a free shuttle bus that conveniently transports you to the popular attractions across Awaji Island. Check the section below for access from Awaji IC!
Free Shuttle Bus Going Around the Popular Attractions on Awaji Island
If you're traveling from Awaji IC or looking to transfer between popular facilities on Awaji Island, the free shuttle bus is your convenient solution. Simply inform the driver of your destination, and enjoy hassle-free transportation to various attractions. For more details on the free shuttle bus service, check out the article linked below.
If you've grasped the route from Sannomiya to Awaji Island, you're ready to navigate from popular cities like Tokyo or Osaka to Awaji Island via Sannomiya. Let's dive into those details next!
From Osaka to Awaji Island
Osaka Namba/Umeda/KIX --> Sannomiya --> Awaji Island (direct or indirect)
The three popular areas in Osaka are Namba, Umeda, and Kansai International Airport (KIX). Starting your journey to Awaji Island from the Namba area in Osaka is straightforward. Board the Hanshin Namba Line from Osaka-Namba Station (platform 3) to Kobe-Sannomiya Station.
Traveling from Umeda is equally convenient. Simply take the JR Rapid Tokaido Sanyo Line from JR Osaka Station directly to JR Sannomiya Station.
If you're traveling from KIX, chances are you'll take the express bus to Sannomiya Station, which costs 2,200 yen for a direct trip from KIX to Sannomiya.
From Sannomiya, follow the guide that we have written in the above section (Sannomiya (Kobe) Access Guide) for seamless access to Awaji Island.
From Kobe Airport to Awaji Island
Kobe Airport --> Sannomiya --> Awaji Island (direct or indirect)
If you arrive at Kobe Airport, you can take the Portliner to Kobe-Sannomiya Station from Kobe Airport Station, which costs 340 yen. From Sannomiya, simply follow our guide from the previous section to reach Awaji Island (Sannomiya (Kobe) Access Guide).
From Tokyo to Awaji Island
Tokyo --> Shin-Kobe --> Sannomiya --> Awaji Island (direct or indirect)
OR, Tokyo --> Shin-Kobe --> Awaji IC --> Popular Facilities
You might think traveling from Tokyo to Awaji Island is quite far and challenging, but it's actually quite manageable. Let me show you how.
If you're arriving at Kobe Airport or KIX by plane, you can follow the guide we've provided earlier. If you opt for the Shinkansen (costing around 14,000 yen), you'll arrive at Shin-Kobe Station.
From Shin-Kobe Station, you can take a direct bus to Awaji IC. From there, you can transfer to the free shuttle bus that circulates around popular facilities on Awaji Island. If the schedules don't align, you can alternatively take the Seishin-Yamate Line (210 yen) to Sannomiya Station. From Sannomiya, follow our guide from earlier to reach Awaji Island.
Conclusion on Access to Awaji Island
Getting to Awaji Island may seem complicated, but it's actually simple. Your first step is reaching Sannomiya, which is easily accessible. From Sannomiya, you have direct options to reach popular facilities on Awaji Island via the Kita-Awaji Nishi-Kaigan Line.
Alternatively, you can transfer to Awaji IC, where a free shuttle bus will take you to various attractions on the island. This shuttle bus also operates to help you navigate around the popular spots on Awaji Island conveniently.
Awaji Island: Breathtaking Nature, Delicious Food, and Fun Activities
Awaji Island is a natural wonderland boasting breathtaking scenery, from vibrant flower fields and pristine beaches to lush forests and verdant mountains. Along its coastline, you'll discover charming beaches and rugged cliffs offering stunning vistas, especially during mesmerizing sunsets that paint the sky in vibrant hues of pink and orange.
Awaji Island, also known as the "Land of Food", has a rich history of providing food to the royal court. With a 100% food production self-sufficiency rate and a deep agricultural heritage, the island has been a reliable source of quality food for centuries.
Not only has tradition been steeped, but the island is also undergoing rapid transformation through regional revitalization efforts. From anime attractions to Hello Kitty-themed experiences and innovative culinary delights, Awaji Island appeals to the younger generation. Few places in Japan blend tradition and modernity as harmoniously as Awaji Island.
Check out our other two articles on MATCHA to find out everything you need to know about Awaji Island!
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Awaji Island, located in the Seto Inland Sea in Hyogo Prefecture, is known for its rich history, delicious food, and beautiful nature. Just one hour from Osaka, it offers a perfect escape from the busy cities of the Kansai Region. We are here to introduce you to the beautiful spots on Awaji Island, including hotels, restaurants, events, theme parks, and much more. This account is operated mainly as a PR effort by Pasona Group.
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