Shuttle Bus to Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center
A chartered shuttle bus will be arranged for participants traveling from Kobe to the Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center.
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Date: December 14
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Departure Time: 10:00 AM
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Departure Location: Central Kobe (exact meeting point will be announced closer to the date)
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Destination: Awaji Yumebutai International Conference Center
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Travel Time: Approximately 60–75 minutes
Participants are kindly requested to gather at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure. Further details regarding the exact pickup location and bus identification will be provided in advance.
From KIX (Kansai International Airport) to Kobe
Option 1: Train (JR Line)
A convenient rail option:
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Take the JR Kansai Airport Rapid Service from KIX.
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Transfer at Osaka Station.
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Take the JR Kobe Line to Sannomiya.
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Travel time: ~70–90 minutes
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Cost: ~1,200–1,500 JPY
Option 2: High-Speed Ferry
The fastest and most comfortable option is the Kobe–Kansai Airport Bay Shuttle.
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Travel time: ~30 minutes (airport → Kobe Airport)
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Cost: ~1,880 JPY
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From Kobe Airport, take the Port Liner to central Kobe (Sannomiya) (~18 minutes)
Route
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From KIX Terminal 1, take the free shuttle bus to the ferry terminal (about 10 minutes).
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Board the high-speed ferry to Kobe Airport.
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Transfer to the Port Liner to Sannomiya Station.
Option 3: Airport Limousine Bus
Direct limousine buses operate from KIX to Kobe (Sannomiya area).
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Travel time: ~65–90 minutes (depending on traffic)
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Cost: ~2,000 JPY
