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Direct Bus Service from Tokushima Awa Odori Airport to Naruto, Otsuka Museum, and Minami Awaji! UZS BUS Featuring Sudachikun and Awaji Uzusuke Wrapping Launches Demonstration Operation

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Published Jul 4, 2026 1:17 AM ・ Updated Jul 8, 2026 6:37 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Direct Bus Service from Tokushima Awa Odori Airport to Naruto, Otsuka Museum, and Minami Awaji! UZS BUS Featuring Sudachikun and Awaji Uzusuke Wrapping Launches Demonstration Operation — Image: PR TIMES

⚡ Key Points

A new wrapped limousine bus service, 'UZS BUS (Uzubasu)', featuring Tokushima Prefecture's 'Sudachikun' and Minami Awaji City's 'Awaji Uzusuke', will begin demonstration operations on July 20, 2026.
The route connects Tokushima Awa Odori Airport, Naruto Station, Otsuka Museum of Art, and Minami Awaji's Fukura via the Great Naruto Bridge.

A new wrapped limousine bus service, 'UZS BUS (Uzubasu)', featuring Tokushima Prefecture's 'Sudachikun' and Minami Awaji City's 'Awaji Uzusuke', will begin demonstration operations on July 20, 2026. The route connects Tokushima Awa Odori Airport, Naruto Station, Otsuka Museum of Art, and Minami Awaji's Fukura via the Great Naruto Bridge.

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Published: Jul 4, 2026

Demonstration operations have been confirmed for a new bus service connecting Tokushima Awa Odori Airport to Naruto Station—a key tourism hub—and the popular Otsuka Museum of Art, crossing the Great Naruto Bridge that links Tokushima and Awaji Island, stopping near the 'Michi no Eki Uzushio' at Minami Awaji PA, and continuing to Fukura in Minami Awaji.

The service will operate using a special collaboration-wrapped bus featuring Tokushima Prefecture's mascot character 'Sudachikun' and Minami Awaji City's official mascot 'Awaji Uzusuke'.

Aligned with flight arrival and departure schedules, this service will enhance convenience for both business and leisure travelers. We encourage everyone to use it.

Service Overview

- Start Date: Monday, July 20, 2026 (National Holiday)

- Stops and Route: - Tokushima Awa Odori Airport - In front of Naruto Station - In front of Aoawo Naru Resort - Otsuka Museum of Art - Minami Awaji IC - Utsubo West - Fukura

- Number of Daily Services: - Upbound (from airport): 9 services - Downbound (from Fukura): 8 services - Total: 17 services per day

- Additional Information: For detailed timetables and other operational details, please visit the official UZS BUS (Uzubasu) website: https://uzs-bus.com

Features of UZS BUS (Uzubasu)

- Name and Design: The bus features a collaborative wrap of 'Sudachikun' and 'Awaji Uzusuke', the official mascots of Tokushima Prefecture and Minami Awaji City. Named 'UZS BUS (Uzubasu)' after the 'whirlpools' (uzushio), a shared natural attraction of Naruto and Minami Awaji.

- Sudachikun: First debuted at the 1993 Shikoku National Sports Festival as Tokushima's mascot. Known for his cheerful personality and resilience—whether squeezed, grated, or sliced—Sudachikun has become a beloved local icon.

- Awaji Uzusuke: The official mascot of Minami Awaji City, designed by Shuto Matsushima of timelesz (formerly Sexy Zone). Inspired by his personal experience viewing the whirlpools up close on a sightseeing boat.

Contact Information

Reception Environment Development Section, Tourism Policy Division, Department of Tourism, Sports, and Culture, Tokushima Prefecture TEL: 088-621-2335 EMAIL: kankouseisakuka@pref.tokushima.lg.jp

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The images display the UZS BUS, a new limousine bus service connecting Tokushima Awaodori Airport to Minamiawaji, featuring 'Sudachikun' and 'Awaji Uzusuke' characters. A route map highlights key stops, and individual character illustrations are also provided.

A rendering of the UZS BUS, featuring 'Sudachikun' and 'Awaji Uzusuke' characters, with text indicating the route and start date.
A map illustrating the UZS BUS route from Tokushima Awaodori Airport to Minamiawaji, highlighting key stops like Naruto Station and Otsuka International Museum.
Three different bus models, labeled '徳島バス', 'みなと観光バス', and '淡路交通', all featuring the UZS BUS wrapping design.
An illustration of 'Sudachikun', the mascot of Tokushima Prefecture, depicted as a green citrus fruit character.
An illustration of 'Awaji Uzusuke', the official character of Minamiawaji City, designed by So Matsushima.

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FAQ

What is the UZS BUS?

A tourism collaboration bus wrapped with mascots from Tokushima and Minami Awaji, connecting the airport to southern Awaji Island.

When does service begin?

Demonstration operations start on July 20, 2026 (Monday, national holiday).

What is the route?

From Tokushima Awa Odori Airport through Naruto Station and Otsuka Museum to Minami Awaji PA and Fukura.

How many daily services are there?

17 services daily: 9 upbound, 8 downbound, aligned with flight schedules.

What does the bus design represent?

A collaboration between 'Sudachikun' and 'Awaji Uzusuke', themed around the 'whirlpools' shared by both regions.

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