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1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya) Trips and Day Trips
1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya) Trips and Day Trips
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Guaranteed Ghibli Park Admission: Secure your entry tickets effortlessly without competing in the high-demand official monthly ticket release sales window via Lawson Ticket (released on the 10th of each month at 2:00 PM JST).
All-in-One Convenient Travel & Stay Packages: Flexible package options tailored to your travel plans, including Day Bus Tour from Nagoya, Round-Trip Shinkansen Bullet Train Transfers (Non-reserved seats from Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyoto), or Nagoya Hotel Stay Packages (1-Night Accommodation).
Two O-Sanpo Day Pass Tier Options:
Standard Pass: Access to outdoor grounds and exhibitions across 3 main zones: Ghibli's Grand Warehouse (timed entry), Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches.
Premium Pass: All-area access covering 5 full zones including Hill of Youth and Dondoko Forest, plus exclusive interior entry to iconic buildings (e.g., Satsuki and Mei's House, Okino Residence, World Emporium, Witch's House, and Howl's Castle).
Bonus Museum Visits on Nagoya Bus Tour: Enrich your trip with cultural stops at either the Toyota Automobile Museum or the 1,000-year ceramic history Seto-Gura Museum (varies by travel day).
Package options
Immerse Yourself in Ghibli's World Amidst Nature: Explore a unique park inside Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park with no roller coasters or rides. Stroll along peaceful forest pathways, feel the gentle breeze, uncover town secrets, view artworks, visit the children's playroom, and enjoy short film screenings.
Highlights Across Interactive Themed Zones:
Mononoke Village: Experience a Japanese mountain landscape inspired by Princess Mononoke, try grilling local specialty Gohei-mochi rice cakes at the "Tatara-ba" hands-on learning center, and let kids play on the Lord Okkoto Slide.
Ghibli's Grand Warehouse: Step into a massive indoor space filled with movie exhibits, recreation sets, cafes, and shops (Designated entry time: 10:00–10:59 AM).
Valley of Witches, Hill of Youth & Dondoko Forest: Admire iconic film structures (based on your pass tier) such as Howl's Moving Castle, Kiki's bakery, Satsuki and Mei's House, and the World Emporium antique shop.
Enriching Museum Discoveries (Nagoya Bus Tour Package):
Toyota Automobile Museum (Wednesdays & Fridays–Sundays): Explore global automobile history and culture featuring around 140 famous vehicles across different eras.
Seto-Gura Museum (Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays): Spanning 1,800 m², discover the 1,000-year evolution of Seto ceramics and walk through a recreated 20th-century bustling ceramic street.
Detailed Meeting Points, Itineraries & Logistics by Package Option:
1. Round-Trip Day Bus Tour from Nagoya:
Meeting Point: 1F, Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel (Please arrive before 08:40 AM; bus departs promptly at 08:45 AM).
Check-In: Meet your bilingual tour guide on-site to receive your physical Ghibli Park admission tickets (Platform booking confirmations are not accepted for direct park entry).
Lunch: Includes a Japanese bento lunchbox and drinks (Vegetarian options available upon request; no hypoallergenic or gluten-free options).
Return Schedule: Depart Ghibli Park around 03:15 PM for a 40-minute museum visit, depart the museum around 05:00 PM, and arrive back at Nagoya Station around 06:00 PM.
2. Shinkansen Bullet Train Packages (from Tokyo / Osaka / Kyoto):
Ticket Pickup Points (Must collect 1–3 days prior to departure):
Tokyo Departure: Pick up tickets and final itinerary at Tokyo City i (Tokyo Tourist Information Center).
Osaka/Kyoto Departure: Pick up at Namba Tourist Information Center (1F Nankai Namba Station) or Kansai Tourist Information Center Kyoto.
Shinkansen Travel: Travel on Tokaido Shinkansen non-reserved cars from Tokyo Station (approx. 100 mins) or Shin-Osaka Station (approx. 50 mins) to Nagoya Station. (To reach Ghibli Park before 10:00 AM, take a train leaving Tokyo before 07:15 AM or Shin-Osaka before 08:00 AM). Note: Oversized baggage over 160 cm total dimensions is not permitted in non-reserved cars.
Connecting Transport (Nagoya Station to Ghibli Park): Board the direct Meitetsu Bus at Meitetsu Bus Center 4F, Bus Stop 24 (Buses before 09:30 AM recommended). For the return leg, board at Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park Stop No. 3 (Final bus departs at 05:30 PM).
3. Nagoya Hotel Package (1-Night Accommodation):
Day 1: Arrive at your designated hotel independently and check in using your passport. Hotel staff will hand you your redemption certificate and Ghibli Park admission tickets upon check-in (Featured hotels: Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel, Travelodge Nagoya Sakae, or Hotel Centmain Nagoya).
Day 2: Enjoy hotel breakfast (if included), check out, and arrange your own transportation to Ghibli Park for your scheduled entry.
🚌 Day Bus Tour from Nagoya
- 08:40 AM | Check-in & Registration: Meet your bilingual tour guide at 1F, Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel. (Please arrive before 08:40 AM and present your booking voucher to collect your physical Ghibli Park admission tickets).
- 08:45 AM | Departure: Air-conditioned coach departs promptly for Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park.
- 09:30 AM – 03:15 PM | Explore Ghibli Park:
- 10:00 AM – 10:59 AM: Mandatory timed entry for Ghibli's Grand Warehouse (Please ensure entry during this time window).
- Lunch Time: Enjoy your Japanese bento lunchbox with drinks amidst the natural scenery inside Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park.
- Afternoon: Enjoy self-guided exploration across other zones according to your selected pass tier (Mononoke Village, Valley of Witches, Hill of Youth, Dondoko Forest).
- 03:15 PM | Reassemble and depart from Ghibli Park.
- 03:50 PM – 04:50 PM | Featured Museum Cultural Stop (approx. 40 minutes):
- Wednesdays & Fridays – Sundays: Visit Toyota Automobile Museum.
- Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays: Visit Seto-Gura Museum.
- 05:00 PM | Depart from the museum back to central Nagoya.
- 06:00 PM | Arrival at Nagoya Station: Tour ends upon arrival at Nagoya Station.
🚅 Shinkansen Bullet Train Packages (from Tokyo / Osaka / Kyoto)
- 1–3 Days Prior to Departure: Pick up your physical Shinkansen train tickets, Ghibli Park entry passes, and final itinerary at designated tourist centers:
- Tokyo Departure: Tokyo City i (Tokyo Tourist Information Center).
- Osaka/Kyoto Departure: Namba Tourist Information Center or Kansai Tourist Information Center Kyoto.
- Travel Day (Morning):
- Board Tokaido Shinkansen non-reserved cars.
- From Tokyo Station: Recommended departure before 07:15 AM (approx. 100-minute journey).
- From Shin-Osaka Station: Recommended departure before 08:00 AM (approx. 50-minute journey).
- Arrival at Nagoya Station:
- Head to Meitetsu Bus Center 4F, Bus Stop 24 to catch the direct bus to the park (buses before 09:30 AM recommended).
- 10:00 AM – 10:59 AM: Enter Ghibli's Grand Warehouse during your designated timed window, followed by full-day exploration across the park.
- Return Journey:
- Board the return bus at Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park Stop No. 3 bound for Nagoya Station (Final bus departs at 05:30 PM).
- Take any Tokaido Shinkansen non-reserved car back to Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyoto at your convenience.
🏨 Nagoya Hotel Package (1-Night Accommodation)
- Day 1 – Hotel Check-in:
- Make your own way to your booked hotel (Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel / Travelodge Nagoya Sakae / Hotel Centmain Nagoya).
- Present your passport at check-in to receive your Ghibli Park entry passes and exchange vouchers.
- Enjoy free time exploring Nagoya City.
- Day 2 – Ghibli Park Excursion:
- Enjoy hotel breakfast (if included) and check out.
- Arrange your own transportation to Ghibli Park.
- 10:00 AM – 10:59 AM: Enter Ghibli's Grand Warehouse during your mandatory timed slot.
- Enjoy self-guided exploration across all accessible areas of Ghibli Park for the remainder of the day.
About 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
About 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
This 1-day bus tour package provides round-trip transportation from Nagoya, along with a Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass (Standard) which grants access to three popular zones: Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse, Mononoke Village, and Valley of Witches. The tour includes a bento lunch with drinks and an English-speaking guide.
Why 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya) is a must
Convenient round-trip bus service from Nagoya Includes Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard for 3 main zones English-speaking guide available throughout the trip (except inside Ghibli Park) Includes bento lunch with drinks No worries about booking hard-to-get Ghibli Park tickets
Top things to do at 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
Explore Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass (Standard) which covers admission to 3 main zones: Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse: This zone has specific entry times (10:00-11:00 AM). Mononoke Village Valley of Witches: This is the only zone that allows re-entry. Inside the park, there are also cafes, restaurants, shops, playground equipment, and various rides (additional charges apply). For those who wish to visit The Okino Residence, Howl’s Castle, and The House of Witches, additional tickets can be purchased at the Valley of Witches zone on the same day (tickets are limited).
How to get to 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
Transportation is included in this tour package, featuring round-trip bus service from Nagoya, making travel convenient and easy.
Location of 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
Ghibli Park is located in Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The meeting point for the bus tour will be in Nagoya city.
Opening hours of 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
This is a 1-day tour. Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse has a designated entry time between 10:00 - 11:00 AM. Please visit each zone together as a group by 4:30 PM. For Ghibli Park's closing days, please check the official Ghibli Park website.
Facilities at 1-Day Bus Tour with Ghibli Park O-Sanpo Day Pass Standard (Round Trip from Nagoya)
English-speaking guide travels with you (but no guide inside Ghibli Park) Includes bento lunch (vegetarian option available) and drinks
Know Before You Go
Check-in will be done as a group; individual entry is not permitted. Please ensure your entire group is present before entering the area. Re-entry is not allowed for any zone except Valley of Witches. You must present the original voucher received from the guide on the tour day and your passport to enter Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse (copies are not allowed, and entry will be denied if documents are forgotten). Entry to Ghibli’s Grand Warehouse must be at the designated time (10:00 – 11:00 AM). Late arrivals will not be permitted entry. This package does not include admission to Hill of Youth and Dondoko Forest zones. Special meals such as those for allergies or gluten-free options cannot be accommodated. The times in the itinerary are approximate and may change depending on traffic conditions and crowd levels.