Improving Convenience and Profitability through a Review of Route Bus Operations and Event Shuttle Services
First written in FY2017-Q2. 18 of 26 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2018-Q1. Latest entry: FY2026.
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- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition to revising fares on the Airport Limousine Bus Futamatagawa–Haneda Airport route, we worked to improve profitability by resuming operations of the express-bus Gotemba Premium Outlets route. We also conducted a demonstration operation of fully cashless buses and other initiatives aimed at achieving sustainable local public transportation.」
Measures to improve route operations and profitability were expanded through the resumption of an express-bus route, fare revisions and demonstration operation of fully cashless buses. - FY2026-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「In the bus business, reduced-service timetables had been implemented on certain routes at the Ayase depot. From June, we revised timetables to restore services and improve convenience, and revised fares on the Futamatagawa–Haneda Airport Airport Limousine Bus route.」
From June, services were restored on certain routes at the Ayase depot and timetables were revised, while fares on the Futamatagawa–Haneda route were also revised. - FY2025-H1AdvancedAnnual report
「Following last fiscal year’s “You Bus Phase 1 Demonstration Operation (Shimoimaizumi Route),” we undertook operations of the “You Bus Phase 2 Demonstration Operation (Kadosawabashi Route)” from Ebina City.」
Following Phase 1 last fiscal year, operations of the You Bus Phase 2 demonstration service were undertaken, expanding contracted bus services. - FY2024RestatedAnnual report
「In the bus business, we introduced 23 vehicles, including environmentally friendly hybrid buses and vehicles equipped with a driver emergency response system, as well as 3 express buses meeting Advanced Safety Vehicle (ASV) specifications with enhanced safety features. We also revised timetables at each depot in line with demand trends.」
Measures to improve convenience and profitability through demand-based timetable revisions, route transfers and express-bus operations continue. - FY2024-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「From 1 October, we accepted the transfer of Route 83, the Kamisugeda Eastern Park route, from the Yokohama Municipal Transportation Bureau. We also introduced 3 vehicles for Ebina City’s new demonstration bus service, the “You Bus Shimoimaizumi Route,” and undertook its operations.」
After accepting the transfer of Route 83 from the Yokohama Municipal Transportation Bureau, we introduced 3 vehicles for Ebina City’s demonstration bus service and undertook its operations, expanding bus routes and contracted services. - FY2024-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「We also newly launched the express shared-ride bus route between Ebina Station/Ayase City Hall and Gotemba Premium Outlets, and in August operated the Yokohama Station West Exit–Tokyo Summerland route for the first time in 4 years, contributing to improved profitability.」
In addition to operating a newly established route, the Yokohama Station West Exit–Tokyo Summerland route was resumed for the first time in 4 years, expanding the bus route network. - FY2024-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「We also newly launched the express shared-ride bus route between Ebina Station/Ayase City Hall and Gotemba Premium Outlets, contributing to improved profitability.」
A new express shared-ride bus route was launched, expanding the bus route network and improving profitability. - FY2023-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「In the bus business, we began bus operations at the forecourt of Hoshikawa Station following its opening. From October, we began operating Route 44, the Yokohama Station West Exit–Hattanbashi circular route, after accepting its transfer from the Yokohama Municipal Transportation Bureau. From November, we began operating a new express shared-ride bus route between Yokohama Station West Exit, Shin-Yokohama and Tama-Plaza, and Karuizawa and Kusatsu Onsen. We also revised timetables at each depot to reflect changes in customer usage and demand trends.」
In addition to beginning operations at the forecourt of Hoshikawa Station, we began operating Route 44 after its transfer, launched a new express shared-ride bus service, and revised timetables in line with demand. - FY2023-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「In the bus business, we began bus operations at the forecourt of Hoshikawa Station following its opening, and revised timetables at each depot to reflect changes in customer usage and demand trends. We also newly undertook operations management and vehicle management for buses within Yokohama Zoological Gardens Zoorasia.」
Bus operations at the forecourt of Hoshikawa Station, timetable revisions reflecting usage patterns, and the new undertaking of operations and vehicle management for buses within Zoorasia were carried out. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition to revising timetables, including establishing new routes in line with demand trends, we accepted the transfer of certain routes from the Yokohama Municipal Transportation Bureau and carried out widening and paving work at the Tsurugamine Station South Exit intersection to accommodate larger vehicles, contributing to improved profitability and safety.」
Timetable revisions, including the establishment of new routes, the transfer of certain routes, and intersection widening and paving work were carried out. - FY2022-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「Although the bus business faced a challenging operating environment due to the impact of COVID-19, we revised timetables at the Asahi and Ayase depots to reflect changes in customer usage associated with the “new lifestyle” and “new normal” and demand trends, including the establishment of new routes. From October, we began operating the route between the south exit of Tsurugamine Station and Kunugidai Housing Complex and Kunugidai Care Facility after the route was transferred from the Yokohama Municipal Transportation Bureau. In addition, we operated shuttle buses connecting mass COVID-19 vaccination venues with stations. As a future-oriented initiative, we also conducted a demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses with remote monitoring and remote control.」
Timetable revisions reflecting usage patterns, the establishment of new routes, the launch in October of the route between the south exit of Tsurugamine Station and Kunugidai Housing Complex and Kunugidai Care Facility, and demonstration tests of autonomous operation were carried out. - FY2022-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「Although the bus business faced a challenging operating environment due to the impact of COVID-19, we revised timetables at the Asahi and Ayase depots to reflect changes in customer usage associated with the “new lifestyle” and “new normal” and demand trends, including the establishment of new routes. As a future-oriented initiative, we also conducted a demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses with remote monitoring and remote control. In addition, we operated shuttle buses connecting mass COVID-19 vaccination venues with stations.」
Timetables were revised, including the establishment of new routes, and demonstration tests of autonomous operation and shuttle-bus services for vaccination venues were conducted. - FY2022-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「At the Asahi and Ayase depots, we revised timetables to reflect changes in customer usage associated with the “new lifestyle” and “new normal.” As a future-oriented initiative, we also conducted a demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses with remote monitoring and remote control in revenue service. In addition, we operated shuttle buses connecting mass COVID-19 vaccination venues with stations.」
Timetables were revised at the Asahi and Ayase depots to reflect usage patterns, and a demonstration test of autonomous operation and shuttle-bus services for vaccination venues were also conducted. - FY2021-Q1ReframedAnnual report
「In the bus business, following the spread of COVID-19, we revised timetables, including suspensions and reductions in service, from the declaration of a state of emergency in April through late May.」
The description has shifted from measures to improve convenience and profitability through route extensions, increased service frequency and shuttle buses to timetable changes, including service suspensions and reductions, in response to the spread of the infection. - FY2020-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「We newly launched a late-night express-bus service from Yamato Station to the west exit of Yokohama Station. We also conducted Japan’s first demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses in revenue service, between the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens and the main entrance to Satoyama Garden.」
In addition to launching a new late-night express-bus service, a demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses in revenue service was conducted. - FY2020-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「We newly launched a late-night express-bus service from Yamato Station to the west exit of Yokohama Station. We also conducted Japan’s first demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses in revenue service, between the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens and the main entrance to Satoyama Garden.」
A late-night express-bus service was newly launched, and a demonstration test of autonomous operation using large buses in revenue service was conducted. - FY2020-Q1RestatedAnnual report
「During the Satoyama Garden Festa, shuttle buses were operated between the venue and the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens.」
Measures to improve convenience and profitability through shuttle-bus operations during the event are reiterated. - FY2019AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition to newly operating an express bus between the west exit of Yokohama Station and Tokyo Summerland for the summer season only, we newly undertook operations of a community shared-ride transport service from Yamato City, contributing to improved profitability.」
In addition to launching a summer-season-only express-bus service, operations of a community shared-ride transport service were newly undertaken from Yamato City. - FY2019-Q3AdvancedAnnual report
「In addition to newly operating a direct express-bus route between the west exit of Yokohama Station and Tokyo Summerland for the summer season only, we newly undertook operations of the “Community-Municipality Collaboration ‘Noriai’” service from Yamato City in October, contributing to improved profitability.」
A summer-season-only direct express-bus route was launched, and operations of Yamato City’s “Community-Municipality Collaboration ‘Noriai’” service were newly undertaken. - FY2019-Q2AdvancedAnnual report
「During the Satoyama Garden Festa, we extended existing routes to Satoyama Garden, the event venue adjacent to Yokohama Zoological Gardens, increased service frequency and operated shuttle buses between the venue and the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens, contributing to improved profitability. In addition, we newly launched a direct express-bus route between the west exit of Yokohama Station and Tokyo Summerland for the summer season only.」
In addition to route extensions, increased service frequency and shuttle buses for the Satoyama Garden Festa, a summer-season-only express-bus route was launched between the west exit of Yokohama Station and Tokyo Summerland. - FY2018-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「During the periods of the 33rd National Urban Greenery Yokohama Fair and the Autumn Grand Flowerbed, we extended existing routes to Satoyama Garden, the event venue adjacent to Yokohama Zoological Gardens, increased service frequency, and operated shuttle buses between the venue and the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens. We also newly undertook operations of shuttle buses and other services under corporate contracts, contributing to improved profitability.」
Route extensions and increased service frequency during the event, shuttle-bus operations and the undertaking of shuttle-bus services under corporate contracts are reiterated as measures to improve bus convenience and profitability. - FY2018-Q2RestatedAnnual report
「During the period of the 33rd National Urban Greenery Yokohama Fair, we extended existing routes to Satoyama Garden, the event venue adjacent to Yokohama Zoological Gardens, increased service frequency, and operated shuttle buses between the venue and the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens. We also newly undertook operations of shuttle buses and other services under corporate contracts, contributing to improved profitability.」
Route extensions and increased service frequency during the event, shuttle-bus operations and the undertaking of shuttle-bus services under corporate contracts are reiterated as measures to improve bus convenience and profitability. - FY2018-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「During the period of the 33rd National Urban Greenery Yokohama Fair, we extended routes to Satoyama Garden, the event venue adjacent to Yokohama Zoological Gardens, increased service frequency, and operated shuttle buses between the venue and the main gate of Yokohama Zoological Gardens.」
During the National Urban Greenery Yokohama Fair, routes were extended, service frequency was increased, and shuttle buses were operated between the venues. - FY2017RestatedAnnual report
「For route buses, we actively revised the operating routes, service frequency and timetables of existing routes, and worked to improve convenience and profitability by undertaking shuttle-bus operations for large-scale events.」
Measures to improve convenience and profitability through route, service-frequency and timetable revisions and event-shuttle operations are reiterated. - FY2017-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「For route buses, we actively revised the operating routes, service frequency and timetables of existing routes, and worked to improve convenience and profitability by operating shuttle buses for large-scale events.」
Revisions to the routes, service frequency and timetables of existing routes, together with shuttle-bus operations during events, continue to be described as measures to improve convenience and profitability. - FY2017-Q2First statedAnnual report
「For route buses, we actively revised the operating routes, service frequency and timetables of existing routes, and worked to improve convenience and profitability by operating shuttle buses for large-scale events.」
Revisions to the routes, service frequency and timetables of existing routes, together with shuttle-bus operations during events, are presented as measures to improve bus convenience and profitability.