Weekends and Holidays Only | Ginsendai ⇒ Sounkyo Hiking Shuttle (Reservation Required)
A one-way shuttle service running directly from Ginsendai—the entrance to the Mt. Akadake hiking trail—to Sounkyo Onsen. This is a shared taxi service that requires advance reservations.
After enjoying hiking and viewing alpine plants, you can travel comfortably to Sōunkyō Onsen without worrying about transfers.
This plan offers a comfortable ride from Ginsendai to Sōunkyō Onsen (weekends and holidays only). Service runs until September 6, before the private vehicle restrictions take effect.
The service is operated by a local transportation provider, so you can ride with peace of mind.
[How to Use the Service]
① Reserve your desired dates
② Meet near the Ginsendai Office on the day
③ Take a taxi to Sounkyo
④ We provide transportation to your lodging within Sounkyo Onsen.
“One-way” fare from Ginsendai to Sounkyo Onsen, fuel surcharge, baggage allowance, and travel insurance
・10 to 8 days before the trip start date: 20% of the trip cost
・7 to 2 days before the trip start date: 30% of the trip cost
・The day before the trip start date: 40% of the trip cost
・On the trip start date (before the trip begins): 50% of the trip cost
・After the trip begins or in case of no-show without notice: 100% of the trip cost
*If a refund is issued, bank transfer fees will be deducted from the refund amount.
*If an event or tour is canceled due to severe weather, natural disasters, or the organizer’s discretion, the full participation fee will be refunded.
* The listed fare is per person (tax included).
* This is a shared taxi service for 1 to 8 passengers.
* The standard vehicle is a HiAce.
* If children under elementary school age will be riding, please let us know their number and ages in advance.
Online Payment: Any of the following credit cards or pay later services
[Return Trip | To Sounkyo Onsen]
Departure from Ginsendai
Arrival at Sounkyo Bus Terminal
We will provide transportation to the inn where you plan to stay.
* This tour operates on a reservation-only basis.
* If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will be treated as a same-day cancellation. Please be punctual.
* Please bring your own hiking gear.
* The tour may be modified or canceled if we determine that safe operation is not possible due to severe weather, natural disasters, traffic conditions, or other factors.
* Smoking is prohibited inside the vehicle.
* We reserve the right to refuse transportation to anyone who appears to be under the influence of alcohol.
* Please keep your valuables with you at all times.