Notice of the Conclusion of Hirafu Free Shuttle Bus Service for Fiscal Year 2023 and Appreciation

The Hirafu Free Shuttle Bus, which operates around the Hirafu ski resort and nearby restaurants, concluded its service on March 31st for FY 2023.
Starting from FY 2023, we added an additional route (bringing the total to four), and implemented a real-time bus location system, allowing people to track the bus's whereabouts.

We have received positive feedback indicating that some local companies have either eliminated or reduced the number of their own bus services for employees due to the expansion of the Hirafu Free Shuttle Bus routes, increased frequency of service, and other convenience improvements.

A total of 86,260 people have ridden our buses since the start of operations on December 9, 2023. (FY 2022 number: 54,553 passengers)
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of you for your cooperation, which has enabled us to successfully operate the service in the 2023 fiscal year.

Additionally, we would like to extend a big thank you to our sponsors, as their support allowed us to extend the service period from March 21 to March 31.
Once again, thank you to our sponsors.
【Sponsors】
Niseko Real Estate
H2 Group
Tokyu 東急リゾーツ＆ステイ
Holiday Niseko
HTM
Nisade - Luxe Nomad
Niseko Portfolio
Miru
Niseko Resort Holdings
RHYTHM JAPAN
Ski Japan
Niseko Management Service
Niseko Company
Niseko WOW
Izumikyo 泉郷
TAIGA

In order to alleviate traffic congestion in the Hirafu area, reducing the number of vehicles is inevitable. We anticipate that this reduction will improve traveler circulation, decentralization, and alleviate parking lot shortages with our Hirafu Free Shuttle bus.

We will continue to prioritize safe operations in FY 2024, and we appreciate your continued cooperation in this endeavor.