How to use Matsue’s Lake Line bus
Find stops, fares and return travel for Matsue Castle, Shiomi Nawate and Karakoro. Choose the regular route or sunset services from the timetable for your visit date.
Events for your travel dateRoute and arrival point
This loop links JR Matsue Station and castle-town sights. Choose a stop near your entrance, such as Matsue Castle (Otemae), History Museum or Lafcadio Hearn Memorial Museum.
Official information and review dates
Information checked: 2026-10-15 / Review due: 2027-01-13
Tickets and connections
Adults pay ¥250 per ride or ¥700 for a day pass covering Lake Line only. Buy paper passes at station shops in advance; they are not sold on board. Compare your ride count and separate fares on other routes.
Official information and review dates
Information checked: 2026-10-15 / Review due: 2027-01-13
Choose the return service
The regular route runs as a one-way loop. Check the next stop and journey back to JR Matsue Station rather than expecting a reverse-direction service. Sunset departures vary by season.
Official information and review dates
Information checked: 2026-10-15 / Review due: 2027-01-13
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