【Asokuma-go あそ☆くま号】
Osaka / Kyoto
Osaka is the main commercial center and located in Honshu Island, Japan. The most popular destinations are Osaka Castle, Universal Studios Japan, Dotonbori, Umeda Sky Building, Street-food and more..
Kyoto is a classical and traditional image of Japan which is located in Honshu Island Japan. The most popular destinations are Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), Ginkakuji (Siver Pavilion), Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine and more..
- Asokuma-go Bus is bound for Kumamoto ⇔ Osaka / Kyoto
- Asokuma-go Bus runs every night. The fare varies on the weekdays and weekends.
- Kumamoto ⇔ Osaka : around 10 hours
- Kumamoto ⇔ Kyoto : around 12 hours
Due to COVID-19, temporarily all Night Buses has been suspended. More..
Blog : Best way to travel & things to do
(Experience Traditional Japan)
I have been in Kyoto many times but, this is my first travel from Kumamoto to Kyoto. Kyoto is an incredible city. The traditional culture, Palaces, Temples connect you with the real Japanese culture. That’s the reason it attracts most foreign visitors. Here is all the tips how to travel Kyoto and what to do in Kyoto.
Route and Stops
Kumamoto → Osaka / Kyoto
 | Seibushako |
 | Kumamoto Sta. |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae |
| Jieitai-Mae |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi |
| Musashigaoka |
| Nishigoshi |
| Ueki Interchange |
| Osaka Sta. / Higashiumeda |
| Nanba / OCAT |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) |
 | Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) |
Osaka / Kyoto → Kumamoto
| Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) |
| Nanba / OCAT |
| Osaka Sta. / Higashiumeda |
| Ueki Interchange |
| Nishigoshi |
| Musashigaoka |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi |
| Jieitai-Nae |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal |
| Kumamoto Sta. |
| Seibushako |
- Getting on only
- Getting off only
Route and Stops
Kumamoto → Osaka / Kyoto
| Seibushako |
| Kumamoto Sta. |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae |
| Jieitai-Mae |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi |
| Musashigaoka |
| Nishigoshi |
| Ueki Interchange |
| Osaka Sta. / Higashiumeda |
| Nanba / OCAT |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) |
| Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) |
Osaka / Kyoto → Kumamoto
| Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) |
| Nanba / OCAT |
| Osaka Sta. / Higashiumeda |
| Ueki Interchange |
| Nishigoshi |
| Musashigaoka |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi |
| Jieitai-Nae |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal |
| Kumamoto Sta. |
| Seibushako |
Time Tables
Kumamoto → Osaka / Kyoto
| Seibushako | 20:55 |
| Kumamoto Sta. | 21:15 |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal | 21:30 |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae | 21:44 |
| Jieitai-Mae | 21:48 |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi | 21:53 |
| Musashigaoka | 22:01 |
| Nishigoshi | 22:04 |
| Ueki Interchange | 22:12 |
| Osaka Sta. / Higashi Umeda | 6:54 |
| Nanba / OCAT | 7:14 |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) | 7:35 |
| Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) | 8:46 |
Osaka / Kyoto → Kumamoto
| Kyoto Eki Hachijouguchi (Kyoto Sta.) | 21:05 |
| Abenobashi Eki (JR Tennoji Sta.) | 22:20 |
| Nanba / OCAT | 22:40 |
| Osaka Sta./ Higashi Umeda | 23:00 |
| Ueki Interchange | 7:52 |
| Nishigoshi | 8:00 |
| Musashigaoka | 8:03 |
| Mashiki Inter Guchi | 8:11 |
| Jieitai-Mae | 8:16 |
| Kumamoto Kenchou-Mae | 8:20 |
| Sakuramachi Bus Terminal | 8:34 |
| Kumamoto Sta. | 8:49 |
| Seibushako | 9:09 |
Fare (Oneway)
Kumamoto Osaka/Kyoto
Date A: 6000 JPY/Person
Date B: 7400 JPY/Person
Date C: 9100 JPY/Person
Date D: 9800 JPY/Person
- Adult : Aged 12+ (Full price ticket)
- Child : Aged between 6 to 12 (Half-price of adult ticket)
- Infant : Aged below of 6 (Free for 1 infant*; from 2nd infant the child fare is charged)
*Please buy a child ticket if you need a seat.
Terms of service
Information:-
- Children below the age of 6, if accompanied by an adult and not occupying a seat, will be free of charge.
Not more than two children will be carried free of charge for any one adult. - Cancellation policy: 110 JPY/Person for cancellation fee will be charged before journey. No refund after departure of the bus.
- Passengers who are not at the bus stop after scheduled departure time are not guaranteed a seat assignment.
- The bus schedule may be adjusted subject to traffic and weather conditions without prior notice to passengers.
- Smoking on buses is strictly prohibited.
- Pets are not allowed on bus and trunk.
- Please read Terms and Conditions for more information.