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Event Information

Free Shuttle bus connecting Aichi Sky Expo and Tokoname City

Date:Operaters Free of Charge on Specific Days Only

Free Shuttle Bus Overview:

[Operation Schedule]
The shuttle bus will operate for free on the following specific dates:
• September 10th - 14th
• October 23rd - 24th
• November 22nd - 25th
• December 7th - 8th
• December 13th - 15th
• February 1st - 2nd, 2025
A total of 18 days.
● 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM:
Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) → Tokoname Station → Pottery Footpath (Tokoname Ceramic Hall) → Aeon Mall Tokoname → Airport Island Hotels → Under the Airport Connecting Passage → Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo)
● 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM:
Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) → Tokoname Station → Aeon Mall Tokoname → Airport Island Hotels → Under the Airport Connecting Passage → Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo)

※Free Shuttle Bus is operated using lodging tax funds.

※The schedule is subject to change.
※Delays and changes may occur due to weather or traffic conditions.

Boarding Points Introduction

① Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo)
Aichi International Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo) hosts numerous events and international conferences. The Free Shuttle Bus starts its route from this stop.
※The shuttle bus stop is located at the rotary in front of the main entrance.
② Tokoname Station
Around Tokoname Station, you'll find many delicious and reasonably priced local restaurants, making this stop ideal for food and drink hopping! Enjoy exploring the area!
For those staying at Hotel Route-Inn Tokoname Ekimae or Spring Sunny Hotel Nagoya Tokoname Station, this stop is convenient.
Note: The shuttle bus stop is located on the west side of the station at the rotary near the pyramid-shaped monument "Future Dream."
③ Tokoname Ceramic Hall
If you’re planning to explore Pottery Footpath, this stop is perfect!
Pottery Footpath (Course A) is a 1.6km walking trail that takes about an hour to complete. Enjoy the retro atmosphere, scenic views, and renovated factory cafes unique to Tokoname.
※The shuttle bus stop is located on the east side of Tokoname Ceramic Hall.
④ Aeon Mall Tokoname
For shopping, whether it's food, daily necessities, or clothing, this stop is recommended!
You'll be greeted by the large lucky cat "Otafuku."
For those staying at J-Hotel Rinku, this stop is also convenient!
※The shuttle bus stop is located at the tourist bus stop on the east side of the mall.
⑤ Airport Island Hotels (in front of Four Points By Sheraton /behind Toyoko Inn)
If you’re staying at Four Points by Sheraton Nagoya Chubu International Airport, or Toyoko Inn Chubu International Airport 1 & 2, this stop is ideal for you!
⑥ Under the Airport Connecting Passage (next to Comfort Hotel)
If you’re staying at Comfort Hotel Central International Airport, Chubu International Airport Centrair Hotel, or TUBE Sq, this stop is recommended for you!

The Fee Shuttle Bus is easily recognizable by its lucky cat and pink "Happy come on TOKONAME" logo!
Additionally, the bus stops feature a cute lucky cat design!

Taxi Company Contacts

•Sanrei Taxi: 0569-37-1122
•Anzen Taxi: 0569-35-4360
•Chita Tsubame Taxi: 052-604-3322
•Chita Meitetsu Taxi: 0569-37-1112

Basic information

Name Free Shuttle bus connecting Aichi Sky Expo and Tokoname City
Fee free of charge
Date Operaters Free of Charge on Specific Days Only

Tourist information of the area

Tourist information of the area

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