The route bus can take you around the bustling area near ?s? Station, the traditional hot spring district of Matsukawa Onsen, and even up to the summit of Mount Hachimantai.

The route of the local bus changes depending on the season.

Among the route buses, the "Hachimantai Nature Trail Bus" operates from spring through autumn, extending its route to the summit of Mount Hachimantai starting in mid-April. This allows visitors to easily enjoy a variety of exciting experiences, such as the Dragon Eye of Hachimantai in spring, cherry blossoms, the snow corridor, cycling and hiking in summer, and the vibrant autumn colors of the mountains.

During the winter season, you can take the local bus to two ski resorts in Hachimantai and three tourist spots in the Matsukawa Onsen area.

Hachimantai Ski Resort is extremely popular among powder snow enthusiasts who favor deep powder and unpacked course options. Its dinner and breakfast buffets, featuring abundant local ingredients and Japanese cuisine, are also highly popular.

Appi Kogen Ski Resort is a world-renowned ski resort representing Japan.

In the Matsukawa Onsen area, you can experience a completely different atmosphere. Deep white snow surrounds you, blanketing the beautiful rocks and trees. At the open-air baths, deer or monkeys might suddenly appear from the nearby woods. Compared to summer, fewer people come to bathe in winter, offering a quiet and healing time. This region allows you to enjoy two major hot springs with different water qualities: Matsukawa Onsen and Hachimantai Onsenkyo.

2024 Local Bus Schedule Between Morioka and Hachimantai

• 1) To Matsukawa Hot Springs
  • From Bus Stop 3 at Morioka Station East Bus Terminal to A11 / A12
• 2) To Hachimantai Mountain Hotel
  • From Bus Stop 3 at Morioka Station East Bus Terminal: A11 / A12 / A13 (Fastest)
  • From Bus Stop 3 at Morioka Station East Bus Terminal to A51
• 3) To the summit of Mount Hachimantai
  • From Morioka Station East Bus Terminal: A11 / A13 / A51
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    From Matsuo Mine Museum to A21 / A22