skyticket Begins Handling Nishinihon Railroad (Nishitetsu) Highway Buses

Adventure Inc. (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shunichi Nakamura; hereinafter "the Company"), which operates "skyticket" (https://skyticket.jp/), will begin handling highway bus routes operated by Nishinihon Railroad Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Fukuoka; hereinafter "Nishitetsu") starting July 1, 2026.

As the first step, reservations and sales will commence for the "Hakata-go," one of Japan's longest overnight highway buses connecting Tokyo and Fukuoka. skyticket will contribute to improving the travel environment from the Nishinihon area and enhancing the convenience of highway bus reservations throughout Kyushu.

Furthermore, we will provide transportation options from Kyushu/Nishinihon to Kanto for the rapidly increasing number of inbound tourists from Asia, including South Korea, China, and Taiwan. Leveraging skyticket's strengths, which originated from LCC flight ticket reservations, we will further strengthen inbound customer referrals.

Future routes to be handled will be considered by both companies based on customer usage and needs.

[Key Points of This Collaboration]

Enhanced Reservation Convenience in Kyushu and Nishinihon

Search, reservation, and payment can be completed with a single smartphone. Seats can be secured in advance without needing to visit a local counter, allowing for peace of mind from the planning stage of travel or business trips.

skyticket, with its LCC Origins, Strengthens Inbound Customer Referrals

We will provide a seamless travel experience of "air + land" and contribute to expanding the stay areas and stimulating consumption for inbound tourists.

[Reasons Why This Collaboration Will Significantly Promote Domestic and Inbound Travel and Lead to the Development of Both Companies]

Nishitetsu possesses overwhelming brand power, route network, and operational quality in Kyushu and Fukuoka. On the other hand, skyticket, as one of Japan's largest comprehensive travel platforms used by millions monthly, has strong connections, particularly with LCC (low-cost carrier) users and foreign inbound travelers. The combination of these strengths from both companies will create the following value:

[Domestic Users] Users nationwide will be able to arrange flights + highway buses in a one-stop manner on skyticket, significantly improving the travel planning and reservation experience.

[Inbound Users] By handling Nishitetsu buses, skyticket, which is frequently used by travelers from Asian countries such as South Korea, China, and Taiwan, will dramatically improve accessibility for foreign travelers, contributing to increased tourism consumption throughout Kyushu and Nishinihon.

About "Hakata-go"

"Hakata-go" is one of Japan's longest overnight highway buses, connecting Fukuoka (Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal / Hakata Bus Terminal) and Tokyo (Busta Shinjuku). The distance is approximately 1,200 km one way, with a travel time of about 14-15 hours. It is known as a pioneering service that adopted private cabin-style premium seats. It is a representative long-distance bus route in Japan, long loved by both leisure and business users.

Route: Fukuoka (Nishitetsu Tenjin Expressway Bus Terminal / Hakata Bus Terminal) ⇔ Tokyo (Busta Shinjuku)

Distance/Travel Time: Approx. 1,200 km one way / Approx. 14-15 hours (overnight service)

Start of Operation / Features: 1990 / Adoption of private cabin seats, synonymous with overnight buses

About Nishinihon Railroad (Nishitetsu)

Nishinihon Railroad Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Fukuoka; Established: 1908) is a major comprehensive transportation and living infrastructure corporate group based in Kyushu and Fukuoka. It is a "leading regional conglomerate in Nishinihon" that supports the transportation network throughout Kyushu, with diverse businesses including railways, buses, real estate, hotels, and retail. It operates not only between cities in Kyushu but also long-distance routes connecting Fukuoka with Tokyo and Nagoya, and is highly regarded for its safety, punctuality, and comfort.

Company Name: Nishinihon Railroad Co., Ltd.

Head Office / Establishment: ONE FUKUOKA BLDG. 10F, 1-11-1 Tenjin, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka / 1908 (Meiji 41)

Business Activities: Railways, route buses, highway buses, real estate, hotels, retail, etc.

Employees: Approx. 5,000

Official Website: https://www.nnr.co.jp/

About "skyticket"

"skyticket" is one of Japan's largest comprehensive travel platforms operated by Adventure Inc. It started as a reservation service for LCCs (low-cost carriers) and now offers a one-stop service where all travel services, including hotels, rental cars, highway buses, and ferries, can be booked and compared collectively. It is used by millions of users monthly and has strengths in multilingual support and cost-performance-oriented services, especially for inbound foreign travelers. https://skyticket.jp/

About Adventure Inc.

Adventure Inc. is a Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market listed company (Securities Code: 6030) that operates the comprehensive travel booking site "skyticket" as a Japan-originated OTA (Online Travel Agent). Moving forward, by venturing into the travel business and new service areas, the company will continue to create businesses with higher social value, balancing social contribution and business.

Company Name: Adventure Inc.

Head Office Location: 4F, Yebisu Garden Place Tower, 4-20-3 Yebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Representative Director: Shunichi Nakamura

Established: December 21, 2006

Company URL: https://jp.adventurekk.com/

skyticket URL: https://skyticket.jp/