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Three Hotels Supporting Western Japan's Largest MICE Hub Launch Direct Shuttle Bus Service Between Shin-Osaka Station and Osaka Bay Area Starting August 1

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Published Jul 9, 2026 11:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 13, 2026 3:11 PM ・ 6 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Three Hotels Supporting Western Japan's Largest MICE Hub Launch Direct Shuttle Bus Service Between Shin-Osaka Station and Osaka Bay Area Starting August 1 — Image: PR TIMES

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Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay, Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay, and Hotel Fukuracia Osaka Bay will launch a direct shuttle bus service between Shin-Osaka Station and the Osaka Bay Area on August 1, 2026, enhancing accessibility for MICE visitors and strengthening regional competitiveness.

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay, Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay, and Hotel Fukuracia Osaka Bay will launch a direct shuttle bus service between Shin-Osaka Station and the Osaka Bay Area on August 1, 2026, enhancing accessibility for MICE visitors and strengthening regional competitiveness.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000085.000125674.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 9, 2026

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay, an urban resort hotel located in the Osaka Bay Area (Address: 1-13-11 Nankokita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka City; General Manager: Shinya Taguchi), along with Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay and Hotel Fukuracia Osaka Bay (total guest rooms: 1,006), are collaborating as accommodation facilities supporting Western Japan's largest MICE hub. They will begin operating a direct shuttle bus connecting Shin-Osaka Station and the Osaka Bay Area (Sakishima) starting Saturday, August 1, 2026.

Enhancing Regional Accessibility and International Competitiveness

The shuttle bus service will enable direct access from Shin-Osaka Station to the Osaka Bay Area in approximately 50 minutes (subject to traffic conditions), significantly improving transportation convenience for visitors attending exhibitions and international conferences held at INTEX Osaka and ATC.

This initiative aims to strengthen the area's overall reception infrastructure and international competitiveness in anticipation of increasing MICE events, including international conferences, and the opening of Osaka IR in the future.

• Shuttle Bus Schedule

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Departure from Hotel Fukuracia Osaka Bay

Departure from Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay

Departure from Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

Arrival at JR Shin-Osaka Station

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Service Start Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026

* Shuttle bus reservations are scheduled to begin in mid-July.

Route: Hotel Fukuracia Osaka Bay ⇒ Quintessa Hotel Osaka Bay ⇒ Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay ⇒ JR Shin-Osaka Station ⏎

Contact: TEL: 06-6612-1234 (Hotel Main Line)

* Photo is for illustrative purposes only.

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay is a 28-story high-rise urban resort hotel that rebranded and reopened in July 2023. Located in the Osaka Bay Area, guest rooms offer views of the sunset over Osaka Bay and the enchanting city lights of Osaka and Hyogo. Its proximity to attractions such as the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, popular theme parks, and Yumeshima makes it ideal for tourism and event access.

• Address: 1-13-11 Nankokita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka City • Phone: 06-6612-1234 (Hotel Main Line) • Guest Rooms: 432 • Check-in: 3:00 P.M. / Check-out: 12:00 NOON • Access: - Hotel Shuttle Bus: Approx. 25 minutes one way from JR Osaka Station - Kansai Airport Limousine Bus: Approx. 50 minutes - Train Access: Get off at “Nakafuto” Station on the New Tram Nanko Port Town Line, then 3-minute walk - Free Shuttle Bus to Universal Studios Japan: Approx. 20 minutes

* Bus operation locations may change. Please check the official website for the latest information.

Official Website https://www.princehotels.co.jp/osakabay/

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Source: PR TIMES
Category: Partnership

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Aerial views showcase a coastal city with a large port and a prominent hotel, highlighting the area's MICE facilities and urban development.

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FAQ

Is reservation required for the shuttle bus?

Yes, it is reservation-based. Booking opens mid-July 2026.

How frequent is the shuttle service?

Approximately hourly from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Can non-guests use the shuttle?

Yes, the public can use it for a fee. Details on the official website.

Are the buses wheelchair accessible?

Yes, low-floor buses with wheelchair access will be used.

Does the shuttle run in rainy weather?

Yes, but may be canceled under extreme weather conditions.

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