Open rooftop bus where the colored autumn leaves can be enjoyed at close range. With a slow ride along the route, the vast scenery and fresh scent of the forest can be captured.
Iroha hill route: Route that connects the city of Nikko with Lake Chuzenji and Oku-Nikko, famed for its 48 curves and steep slopes of an altitude difference of about 440 meters. During the peak season of autumn leaves, many cars pass through, often resulting in traffic jams but on this morning tour, the scenery in the quiet air can be appreciated.
<Route> KAI Nikko > Lake Chuzenji > Iroha hill (descend) > Iroha hill (ascend) > KAI Nikko
<Time> Approximately 60 mins <Distance> 21.9 km
Ikari & Kawaji Dam route: The Ikari and Kawaji dam is located in the upper stream of the Kinugawa river, where the collaborative scenery of foliage and architectural structure is well known. The Ikari dam is one of the highest arched dams in Japan and it is one of the highest arches with beautiful curvature. The contrast between the emerald green of the surface of the water and the autumn leaves can be enjoyed.
<Route> KAI Kinugawa > KAI Kawaji > Ikari Dam > Kawaji Dam (20 min rest) > KAI Kinugawa > KAI Kawaji
<Time> Approximately 90 mins <Distance> 25.2 km