New sensation XR bus tour "WOW RIDE" special feature

New sensation XR bus tour "WOW RIDE" special feature New sensation XR bus tour "WOW RIDE" special feature

Operation scheduled to start on Jun. 1, 2024!

The evolved version of the "New Sensation XR Bus Tour WOW RIDE® Tokyo Time Trip" that was operated in Tokyo in 2022 will be coming to Fukui Prefecture! You can fully enjoy the beautiful scenery, traditional culture, and history.

A new type of XR bus
What is the WOW RIDE Fukui-go?

Starting from Fukui Station, the view from the window changes, making this a dream bus that can take you anywhere!

*The route guided by Club Tourism is from Fukui Station to the Dinosaur Museum.

The attractions of Fukui are projected onto the windows of the bus using Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), providing a immersive virtual space experience that cannot be obtained on a regular tourist bus. No peripherals such as VR goggles are required. Passengers can easily experience it just by sitting on the bus! Why not experience this exciting new sensation in Fukui?

A dream bus with a changing window that can take you anywhere! Interior (Image)

A dream bus with a changing window that can take you anywhere! Interior (Image)

[Illustration] Satoru Nakamura (from Fukui Prefecture) (illustration Image)

[Illustration] Satoru Nakamura (from Fukui Prefecture) (illustration Image)

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum (Image)

Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum (Image)

Route guidance

Club Tourism will take you on a tour between JR Fukui Station and the Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum. Dinosaurs appear across time and space. A fun and educational dinosaur adventure! Experience the charm of Fukui in a new way! (The content changes on the outbound and return trips)

Bus route

Outbound Story

(Outbound) JR Fukui Station ⇒ Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum
While dinosaur-loving fossil hunter Indy (Imai Tsubasa) is talking about the appeal of dinosaurs, a breaking news report comes out saying, "Dinosaurs have appeared in Fukui!" The culprit is Dandy (Nukumizu Yoichi), who is stealing dinosaur fossils. Will Indy be able to protect Fukui from the dinosaurs?

Return journey story

(Return) Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum ⇒ JR Fukui Station
"Jurassic" introduces the charms of Fukui. Head to Dinosaur Kingdom, where dinosaurs live, while listening to special tourist information from a local announcer!

Tour Overview

Tour Name

New sensation XR bus tour "WOW RIDE" Ikossa! Fukui
Start date

Saturday, Jun. 1, 2024
* Club Tourism tours only operate between Fukui Station and the Dinosaur Museum.
Travel time

Approximately 60 minutes *Time may vary depending on traffic conditions.

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Notes

・The bus has a seating capacity limit.
・Travel time may change depending on traffic conditions.
・Recommended age is 3 years and above.
・Infants (younger than elementary school students) must be accompanied by an adult or child. If an infant is traveling alone and requires a seat, the child fare will be charged.
・Please climb the stairs to your seat before boarding the ride. The seating area is a windowless space. For performance purposes, there may be some dark spots, flashing lights, or loud noises. If you have any concerns about your ride, please contact us in advance.
・Please wear your seat belt.
・Please refrain from eating or drinking (including alcoholic beverages) on the bus, except for rehydration. Please also refrain from bringing food or drinks without a lid.
・All seats on the train are non-smoking.
・Photography for non-commercial purposes is permitted, but please be mindful not to disturb other customers. For safety reasons, we do not allow the use of selfie sticks or large photography equipment. Please also refrain from taking photographs for long periods of time or using flash.
・If you feel unwell, such as getting carsick, please raise your hand and let us know.
・Please set your mobile phone to silent mode and refrain from making calls.
・You cannot get off the train midway.
・There are no toilets on board. Please use the toilets beforehand.
・Please refrain from touching the monitors or equipment inside the bus.
・For performance reasons, there are no luggage racks on board. Please use the trunk for your luggage.
・Please let us know if you would like guidance in a foreign language.

Director and performers

[General Director] Yukihiko Tsutsumi

Yukihiko Tsutsumi (Photo: Yusuke Uchida (Ucci)

Packed with the timeless charm of Fukui!
We bring you a next-generation sightseeing tour where dinosaurs roam!
A timeless experience awaits you.

[Screenplay] Tetsuhiro Ikeda, Arata Takeda

Outbound: Tsubasa Imai, Yoichi Nukumizu, Kenta Nakamura, Nene Masutani (FBC announcer), Manami Tanabe (Fukui TV announcer), and others

Return trip: Tsubasa Imai, Yoichi Nukumizu, Jurassic, and others

Imai Tsubasa

Yoichi Nukumizu