Nagoya Sightseeing Open-Top Bus Service Launched during Asian Games
An open-top double-decker bus service has been launched to coincide with the Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026, taking passengers around tourist attractions in central Nagoya.
A new open-top double-decker bus service has commenced in Nagoya in preparation for the upcoming Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. Operated by Nagoya Railroad Co., Aichi Prefecture, and the City of Nagoya, the service, dubbed "Aichi-Nagoya Open Top Bus," will run until October 24th. The inaugural ceremony took place on Thursday at Meieki Parklet, the bus' primary departure and arrival location.
Present at the ceremony were Nagoya Railroad President Hiroki Takasaki, Aichi Governor Hideaki Omura, Nagoya City Mayor Ichiro Hirosawa, and special guest Satoshi Mukai, a member of the comedy troupe Panther. Mayor Hirosawa emphasized the bus's appeal, describing it as "a prime seat to view the illuminations of Nagoya Castle, city hall, and the prefectural government building up close" and noting its potential to enhance the city’s nighttime economy by encouraging tourist spending.
The bus will offer four trips in total, with two in the daytime and two at night, to attract visitors and stimulate nighttime commerce. Reservations for the bus can be made through the Meitetsu kanko Bus Co. official website and other designated channels.
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