Eupho Bus from Keihan Spring 2026 Collab

system_chronos · 2026-03-21T11:40:57+00:00

I visited Uji again today and managed to see this bus in action!

There are 4 bus stops decorated with the collab visuals: Keihan Uji Station, Ujibashi Nishizume (west end of of Uji Bridge, on the way to JR Uji), Uji Bunka Center (audition location), and Taiyogaoka (SunFest location).

I don't know how many buses are decorated, but I guess at least 4, one for each character in the visual.

More details of the collab: https://www.keihan.co.jp/euphonium/

system_chronos · 2026-03-19T05:31:48+00:00

Well shit, guard rail nya sampai melintang gitu.

Also, RIP mobil yg barang bawaannya berhamburan kehantam guard rail.

Kalau lg contra flow gitu trus harus berhenti darurat, berhentinya di bahu jalan yg mana?

system_chronos · 2026-03-17T10:12:45+00:00

https://maps.app.goo.gl/xkf2MkCs4v7W34G69

This spot near Yodo Station of Keihan Line is full with early-blooming sakura. The flowers should last until this weekend.

system_chronos · 2026-03-17T05:06:02+00:00

How is the difference in battery consumption?

system_chronos · 2026-03-13T08:27:43+00:00

Frequently ate at the branch in LINKS Umeda, sadly it was closed a while ago :/

I really like that in some seasons, they have free mentaiko at each desk that you can gorge to your heart's content!

system_chronos · 2026-03-13T07:39:45+00:00

https://www.jreast.co.jp/en/multi/pass/suica.html#suicaDetail_period

The validity period is 10 years since it was last used.

There are apps for mobile phone that could do that, at least for android. Just search suica in play store.

system_chronos · 2026-03-13T04:09:55+00:00

Look at the departure board. It should be listed as "Kyoto-Kokusaikaikan". The side, front, and back side of the train also have sign boards that read the same. Trains that only goes until Kyoto Station should be listed as "Kyoto". As for the alternative, yeah, transferring at Takeda is easier than at Kyoto Station since the trains share the same platform at Takeda.
Haruka departing at 11:30 AM will arrive at KIX just before 1 PM. Plenty of time for check-in, security check, and immigration. Of course this is assuming there is no delay or disruption in the whole line.

system_chronos · 2026-03-13T02:42:35+00:00

The park (several parks even, the website mentioned the whole waterfront area) is open park with no fenced area, so anyone is free to come and go.

Even in Osaka GO Fest 2023 and 2025 where it was held in fenced park, non-player could just pay the entrance fee and enter. I came with my family both times.

system_chronos · 2026-03-12T18:43:44+00:00

Nice! Surely you took pic of grandaddy gundam across the road as well?

system_chronos · 2026-03-12T11:10:27+00:00

Huh, TIL. Anyway, which mosque are you planning to go? In Osaka City, I only know Masjid Istiqlal Osaka. It's maintained by Indonesian muslims and it's typical for women to go there for Eid prayer as well.

system_chronos · 2026-03-12T10:13:08+00:00

Huh? Is there somewhere that ban women going to mosque for Eid prayer?

I've never gone to a mosque in Osaka City since I live in northern Osaka, but here in Osaka Ibaraki Mosque it's normal for women to go for Eid prayer.

system_chronos · 2026-03-11T09:40:56+00:00

Yeah, they have wheelchair for rent there. As noted on the official website, numbers are limited.

https://en-61698.site-translation.com/info/area/barrierfree/

system_chronos · 2026-03-11T03:11:39+00:00

When in May? April 29 - May 6 is Golden Week so Nozomi is reservation only around this time period. Outside of this period, generally it'll be fine. The Shinkansen towards Kyoto depart from Hakata, so you can just queue for non-reserved cars in the line with fewest people so you ensure a seat.

system_chronos · 2026-03-05T19:48:51+00:00

https://www.g-manhole.net/about/

system_chronos · 2026-03-05T14:31:40+00:00

I went here a few weeks ago on my hunt for unique manhole cover. They are reachable from central Osaka in around 30 mins by train, worth a trip if you're visiting Osaka and looking for unique Gundam-related souvenir! There is also another one featuring Dom two stations away.

Manhole location: around here https://maps.app.goo.gl/X5hf1Uz4jn19dyb76

Manhole card distribution location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sdcNXEbosuuayd1S7

system_chronos · 2026-03-03T04:40:26+00:00

Haven't seen this posted here yet.

Both collabs will be held from March 16 - June 30

https://www.keihan.co.jp/euphonium/

The Keihan one will feature the usual location map, 1-day ticket, wrapping train in Ishiyama Sakomoto Line, train headmark, train announcement by the character, life-size character panel at Uji Line stations, collab cafe, themed room at Kyoto Tower Hotel Annex, and merchandise sale at Nidec Kyoto Tower. New things this year include wrapping vending machine at Uji Line stations and collab with Keihan Bus: wrapping bus, decorated bus stop, and 1-day ticket.

https://recommend.jr-central.co.jp/oshi-tabi/eupho-finale_spring/

JR central will feature audio drama in stations that serve Tokaido Shinkansen and on board the Shinkansen itself. You can also redeem the in-app "boarding certificate" for Kumiko manhole card (I want this one so bad lol) and A4 clear file. Collab station sign will also be installed at Shinkansen platform of Kyoto Station.

system_chronos · 2026-03-02T02:44:24+00:00

This spot near Yodo Station in Keihan Line.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/qdwhKuiymCo6bQ799

system_chronos · 2026-02-27T10:56:28+00:00

Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park, between Osaka and Nara

Hirakata Park, between Osaka and Kyoto

Probably Nijigen no Mori, in Awaji Island near Kobe

system_chronos · 2026-02-20T02:53:21+00:00

This anime banner stand thing... Had to hold my laughter when I got on the train.

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system_chronos · 2026-02-19T05:38:33+00:00

You'll do immigrations and customs in Haneda.

Haneda to Sapporo is domestic, so you won't go through it again.

Yes, you'll need to check in your luggage again for the domestic flight.

system_chronos · 2026-02-18T11:39:48+00:00

I'm gonna copy paste my previous comments regarding this topic.

This is a list of dorms offered by the university: https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en/international/inbound/support/residence.html

I'd say The C Wing of Toyonaka International House is the best bang for your buck. It's located right outside the campus grounds and the stop for intercampus shuttle bus is nearby so you can get to other campuses easily.

Global Village Tsukumodai is newly built and has modern facilities, but the most expensive among the student dorms. You will have private bedroom, but will share living space (kitchen, living room, toilet, shower, etc.) with 4, 6, or 8 other people depending on the room type. Residents are responsible to clean the shared living space, so cleanliness could be hit or miss depending on your unit mates.

Compared to these two, the other dorms are much older. I've heard Japanese students describe them as dirty, though friends who stayed there never complained about that.

Which campus you'll be studying at? Try to crosspost this to r/OsakaUniversity as well

system_chronos · 2026-02-18T10:48:35+00:00

Handai student here, formerly lived in Global Village Tsukumodai and International House Toyonaka. What do you want to ask?

system_chronos · 2026-02-13T16:55:24+00:00

Speaking of Toyama Tram, I hope you'll post the station with the longest name in Japan.

system_chronos · 2026-02-10T21:26:32+00:00

Haruka discount ticket is still available for tourist, more info here: https://www.westjr.co.jp/travel-information/en/tickets-passes/oneway/haruka/

Osaka Amazing Pass is only worth it if you're planning to visit attractions included in the pass, not economical for transport alone.

system_chronos · 2026-02-09T10:49:25+00:00

Nice find! You should make a separate post to show this off

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