There are many kinds of NIGHT BUSES here. We sometimes use them for saving money. Mainly, departure time is before midnight, around 7 PM to 12:00 AM, then arrival time is early in the morning, around 5AM to 8AM.
Check it before booking.
It may save your money for the Hotel and transportation fare also instead of stopping for accommodation. This is normally cheaper than Shinkansen.
If you stay near in Tokyo or any cities, you can search by your phone.
According to WILLERE homepage, they offer more than 120 bus routes. The link below will help you
search the destination easily.
Regarding KOSOKU BUS, their departure and arrival spots are in Shinjuku, Ikebukuro station vicinity, airports, hotel fronts, onsen areas, sightseeing spots, Disneyland and other theme parks.
Of course, you can choose to arrange your seats. I recommend bigger seats and have enough space if possible because seat size is smaller than Shinkansen. In the bus, the foot rest is narrow and limited.
This is applicable for young commuters, but for seniors, they must check first before they book because it is not quite comfortable to ride for long hours. It feels so tiring after getting off.
This is a one kind of transportation in Japan. You must try this and feel the difference if you want to experience.
Last, I will be sharing an important reminder while riding in the night buses. Refrain from any noise because passengers take their time to rest or sleep. Even smartphones are not allowed. This is a proper manner that must be observed.
