The Machinaka Circulation Bus is very convenient for sightseeing in Aizuwakamatsu!
The Machinaka Shuttle Bus is a convenient way to visit popular sightseeing spots in Aizu Wakamatsu.
Why don't you visit Tsurugajo Castle, Aizu Buke Yashiki, Iimoriyama, Nanoka-machi, etc. with a one-day free pass?
Recommended sightseeing spots (1) Tsurugajo Castle
Tsurugajo Castle is said to be an impregnable castle that survived the onslaught of the new government forces during the Boshin War. The castle was rebuilt in September 1965, and in the spring of 2011, it became the only castle tower in Japan to be clad in tiles (red tiles) from the late Edo period.
The Tsurugajo Castle Keep was renovated in the spring of 2023. It has been reborn as a cultural tourist information "castle" where visitors can experience the "stories" hidden in history through digital technology and enjoy it with all five senses. Visitors can experience VR experiences that bring historical buildings back to life and stories hidden in history as if they have stepped back in time.
Access: 5 min. walk from bus stop "Tsurugajo Iriguchi".
The Machinaka Free Ticket privilege entitles you to a discount of one for the Tsurugajo Castle Keep and Teahouse Rinkaku (common admission ticket)! (*Note: The discount applies only to the use of the common admission ticket. Please note that the discount does not apply to admission to Tsurugajo Castle only.)
Recommended sightseeing spot②Iimoriyama
There are long stone steps to visit the graves of the Byakkotai at Mt. The ascent can be made easier with the "Moving Slope Conveyor". Please use it.
Access: 2 min. walk from bus stop "Iimoriyama-shita".
Free one-day bus ticket offer for the Machinaka Circular Bus!
Please present your "Free Admission Ticket" at the ticket counter when entering the following tourist facilities. You will be admitted at a discount.
- Byakkotai Memorial Hall
- Iimoriyama Slope Conveyor
- Byakkotai Tradition and History Museum
- Tsurugajo Castle Keep and Teahouse Rinkaku (common admission ticket)
- imperial garden
- Prefectural Museum (limited to the permanent collection)
- Aizu Buke Yashiki
- Nepal Museum
- Station Bus Terminal Café & Shop (20% off drinks and soft-serve ice cream)
*Ochoko Pass offers the same benefits.
Easy with your phone! Digital Tickets
Easy on your smartphone! Digital Ticket
"RYDE PASS" is a smartphone app that allows you to purchase and use digital tickets.
* Payment will be made by credit card within "RYDE PASS".
Purchase the ticket you want to purchase with the "RYDE PASS" app.
When boarding or disembarking*, present the "ticket screen" to the crew.
* Presentation conditions vary depending on the ticket, so please check the details of the ticket.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO LEARN HOW TO USE RYDE PASS
HOW TO PURCHASE "RYDE PASS"
❶ Select the product you want to purchase and tap "Proceed to purchase".
❷ Select the number of guests on the payment screen.
❸ After purchasing, tap "Start using".
❹ Move to the screen for the list of tickets and special offers.
How to use your ticket
❶ Tap "Show ticket".
❷ Present the ticket screen to a staff member or crew member.
How to use the offer
❶ Tap "Show ticket".
❷ Confirm the number of tickets to be used and tap "Use Ticket".
Please be sure to use the tickets at the store where the special offer is available.
❸ Present the ticket screen to the staff.
The screen is valid for up to 5 minutes. After presenting the screen, please present it to the store staff immediately.
