#Tourism
#Convention
Dotemachi Loop Bus
Dotemachi Loop Bus
The Dotemachi Loop Bus is convenient for sightseeing in Hirosaki.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Service Name | Dotemachi Loop Bus (土手町循環バス) |
| Fare | Cash: Adult 200 yen / Child 100 yen IC Card: Adult 180 yen / Child 90 yen |
| Accepted IC Cards | Suica, PASMO, AOPASS, and major Japanese IC cards |
| Operating Hours | April–Nov: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Dec–March: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Frequency | Every 10 minutes |
| Main Stops | JR Hirosaki Station (D100), Hirosaki Park / City Hall, Naka-Dotemachi |
Notice regarding Fares: Formerly known as the "100-yen Bus," the Dotemachi Loop Bus currently operates at a flat fare of 200 yen (Cash) or 180 yen (IC Card) for adults.
KONAN BUS(Dotemachi Loop Bus)(Japanese Only)Dotemachi Loop Bus (Time will be extended)
During Hirosaki Castle Chrysanthemum and Autumn Foliage Festival, Dotemachi Loop Bus time will be extended.
Period
2026. 10/30 (Fri) ~ 11/8 (Sun)
Time
6:30pm ~ 8:00pm (every 30 minutes)
Hirosaki Castle Chrysanthemum and Autumn Foliage Festival
One-day ticket for Dotemachi Loop Bus,Joto Loop Bus services
Unlimited rides on date of purchase only.
Dotemachi Loop Bus,Joto Loop Bus(Omachi and Wattoku routes)
Fare
Adults: 600yen
Children: 300yen
Note:IC card only
How to Ride Konan Bus Local Routes
How to Ride（乗車・支払手順）
・Board from the front door
・Touch your IC card or pay cash when getting off
Discover Hirosaki ~Dotemachi Loop Bus~
Major Attractions Served（バスで行ける主な観光地）
・Hirosaki Castle / Hirosaki Park (Shiyakusho-mae stop)
・Tsugaru-han Neputa-mura (Bunka Center-mae or Neputamura-mae stop)
Q&A
1. Q: How much does the Dotemachi Loop Bus cost?
A: The flat fare is 200 yen in cash (100 yen for children) or 180 yen with an IC card (90 yen for children).
2. Q: Can I use Suica or PASMO on the Hirosaki loop bus?
A: Yes, major contactless IC cards including Suica, PASMO, and local PASS are accepted.
3. Q: How do I get to Hirosaki Park from Hirosaki Station?
A: Take the Dotemachi Loop Bus from JR Hirosaki Station Central Exit (Bus Stop D100) and get off at "Shiyakusho-mae" (City Hall / Hirosaki Park).