As the summer heat subsides, now is the perfect time for travel. If you’re planning a trip in the Kansai area (Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, etc.) you should definitely take a day or two to swing by Awaji Island to enjoy activities, entertainments and gourmet food. Keep reading to learn about discounts for transportation, food, and recreation!
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Via Maiko Station or Sannomiya Station
If you’re traveling to Awaji Island on public transport, first head to Sannomiya Station (via JR Kobe Line, Hanshin Main Line, Hankyu Kobe Line, Seishin-Yamate Subway Line, Kaigan Subway Line), Maiko Station (JR Kobe Line), or Maiko-koen Station (Sanyo Main Line). Limousine buses can take you there from Kansai Int’l Airport and Osaka Int’l (Itami) Airport, as will the train lines above.
From Sannomiya and Maiko Stations, you can take the Kita-Awaji Nishi-Kaigan Line (Shinki Bus) highway bus for a direct line to the beautiful northwestern coast of Awaji Island. If you’re departing from Sannomiya, please note that there are two bus stops – the Awaji-bound bus departs from outside the shopping mall “Mint Kobe”.
Note: Please make sure you confirm which bus stop you need to board from by checking the Schedule Board indicated in the photo No.6.
Round-Trip Bus Tickets + Admission to Popular Facilities!
Save up to 1,690 yen with these ticket sets! Much better than buying tickets separately. These ticket sets are sold at the Shinki Bus terminal at Sannomiya Station, perfect for those passing through!
HELLO KITTY SMILE + Bus Ticket Plan
Round-trip tickets from Sannomiya or Kosoku-Maiko to Nojima-Ooishi, and an entry ticket to HELLO KITTY SMILE.
Adults: 3,490 yen
Middle/High School Students: 2,740 yen
Elementary School and Younger: 1,440 yen
| Location | HELLO KITTY SMILE |
|---|---|
| Address | 985-1 Nojimahikinoura, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1721 |
| Access | 10 minutes by car from Awaji IC or Hokudan IC on Awaji-Kobe-Naruto Expressway. |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Operating Hours | Weekdays 11:00~19:00 Sat., Sun, & Public Holidays 10:00~19:00 Please note that each restaurant/café has different operating hours. |
| Closed | Tuesdays |
| Website | https://awaji-resort.com/hellokittysmile/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1022838-d15190676-Reviews-Hello_Kitty_Smile_Garden_Terrace-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
| Phone Number | 0799-70-9037 |
Click here for details of HELLO KITTY SMILE
HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX + Bus Ticket Plan
Round-trip tickets from Sannomiya or Kosoku-Maiko to Nojima-Ookawa, and an entry ticket to HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX.
Adults: 7,000 yen
Children: 3,500 yen
| Location | HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX |
|---|---|
| Address | 177-5 Nojimahirabayashi, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-1724 |
| Access | 10 minutes by car from Awaji IC and 15 minutes from Hokudan Interchange on Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway. |
| Phone Number | 0799-70-9022 |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Closed | Wednesdays |
| Operating Hours | 11:00-17:00 |
| Show Time | 12:10-13:30(Open at 11:00, Last In at 12:00) |
| Café and Greetings by HELLO KITTY | 14:00-17:00 Greeting at 14:30-/16:00- Café Show and Greetings by HELLO KITTY: 14:30~ / 16:00~ |
| Website | https://awajiresort.com/hellokittyshowbox/ |
| Reservations | https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1022838-d17793182-Reviews-Hello_Kitty_Show_Box-Awaji_Awaji_shima_Hyogo_Prefecture_Kinki.html |
Click here for details of HELLO KITTY SHOW BOX
Dragon Quest Island + Bus Ticket Plan
Round-trip tickets from Sannomiya or Kosoku-Maiko to Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, and an entry ticket to Dragon Quest Island (Nijigen no Mori).
Adults: 4,350 yen
Children: 1,870 yen
NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-zato + Bus Ticket Plan
Round-trip tickets from Sannomiya or Kosoku-Maiko to Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, and an entry ticket to NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-zato (Nijigen no Mori).
Adults: 4,010 yen
Children: 1,620 yen
| Park Name | NIJIGEN NO MORI |
|---|---|
| Address | 2425-2 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo Pref. 656-2301 |
| TEL | 0799-64-7061 |
| Website | https://nijigennomori.com/ |
| Reservations | https://ticket.nijigennomori.com/en/ |
| Operation Hours | Everyday10:00-22:00 *Each attraction has a different last reception time and closing time. |
Click here for details of NIJIGEN NO MORI
Free Shuttle Bus for Exploring Awaji
Unlimited free rides across the west coast on this super convenient (free!) shuttle bus that stops at all the popular facilities. Please tell the bus driver your destination when you board!
Summary
So, we’ve taken a look at some of your best options for travelling to Awaji Island. With its delicious produce and seafood and beautiful ocean sunset, the west coast of Awaji is a truly spectacular place. We can’t wait for you to visit!
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