What are the rules for the bus in Japan?

Please do not place your belongings in the aisle or on empty seats. Please place them on your knees or at your feet. Smoking and drinking alcohol inside the bus is strictly prohibited. Please refrain from speaking in loud voices so that you don't disturb the other passengers.



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Luckily for us, the general etiquette for bus passengers is largely the same as train etiquette. As on the trains, smoking, eating, and drinking are largely frowned upon. Additionally, talking on the phone on the bus is generally seen as rude.

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Bus Service Information (Bus Service Information) Yes. All buses, with or without restrooms, stop for toilet breaks once every 2 to 3 hours along the way.

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Walking and eating in Japan Japanese tend not to eat while walking along or standing around on the street. However, it is acceptable to drink while standing aside a vending machine. Eating and drinking on local trains, but not long distance express trains, is also frowned upon.

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While slower than trains, buses cost usually less than half, especially on the competitive Tokyo routes where discount fares can be incredibly low. Every prefecture is served by at least one bus company, with the major cities serving as regional hubs.

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All carry-on luggage must fit into the overhead rack or under your seat. Please note that some seats have heaters under them, which may cause that area to heat up considerably. In some cases, the check-in crew or the bus driver may ask you to put your carry-on luggage in the trunk.

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Buses in Japan are recognized by its single deck and their drivers' unique job scope. Japanese bus drivers are not only responsible for bringing the passengers to their destinations, but they also make announcements with their hand-free microphone!

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Accordingly, we ask all passengers to refrain from eating and drinking on a bus.

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Eating while walking is a big no-no for most Japanese–even children enjoying an ice cream are often told to sit down before consuming food.

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That is the bathroom. Almost all toilets in Japan are well maintained and kept spotlessly clean to ensure the utmost comfort for all travelers to Japan. On the whole, toilets are free to use and toilet paper is always provided.

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Cash + Coin Purse It's also good to note that 500 Yen and smaller are all given in coins. To avoid weighing down your wallet, we recommend bringing along an extra coin purse to put all of the loose change you may obtain. These coins are also very handy for vending machines and also arcades, as well as gacha machines!

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