Shiraoi Bus Information
Public Bus Service Operating in Shiraoi
[Updated January 2026]
This page provides information on how to ride Shiraoi’s public buses, “Gurupon” and “Genki-go,” including route maps and the latest timetables.
It also includes bus information for travel from JR Shiraoi Station to the National Ainu Museum Upopoy, along with money-saving tips.
Check here for affordable and convenient bus options to help plan your trip.
Gurupon (Shiraoi Community Bus)
This bus operates loop routes serving JR Shiraoi Station, Upopoy, and the Jinya Shiryokan (Sendai Clan Shiraoi Manor House Museum), as well as routes connecting the town center with the Hagino and Shadai areas.
| Fare | Adults (high school age and over): 100 yen / Elementary and junior high school students: 50 yen / Preschool children: Free Cash only (credit cards and transportation IC cards are not accepted) |
| One-Day Pass (available for purchase on board the bus) | Adults (high school age and over): 200 yen / Elementary and junior high school students: 100 yen |
| Day Not in Operation | Mondays (or the next weekday if Monday is a public holiday), and the year-end and New Year holidays (December 29 to January 3) Service may also be suspended at short notice due to vehicle maintenance or other reasons. |
Enjoy special offers at participating restaurants when you use the discounted one-day pass!
Town Center Loop
This loop bus starts from the South Exit of JR Shiraoi Station and circulates through the town center. It also stops at Upopoy.
Hagino-Shadai Line
This bus runs from Hagino Community Center to JR Shadai Station via JR Shiraoi Station. It also stops at Upopoy.
Genki-go (Shiraoi Area Loop Bus)
This route connects the Kojohama area with the town center and also passes through JR Shiraoi Station and Upopoy.
| Fare | Adults (high school age and over): 100 yen / Elementary and junior high school students: 50 yen / Preschool children: Free Cash only (credit cards and transportation IC cards are not accepted) |
| Day Not in Operation | Sundays, public holidays, and the year-end and New Year holidays (December 31 to January 3) |
Shiraoi Tourist Association（Shiraoi Station North Tourist Information Center Poroto Mintar）
〒059-0902 1-21, 1 chome, Wakakusacho, Shiraoicho, Shiraoigun, Hokkaido
TEL：0144-82-2216 FAX：0144-82-4517
Business hours:
April-October: 9:00-18:00
November-March: 9:00-17:00
Closed:
- New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd)
- From November to March, the shop is closed on Mondays
(the next day if Monday is a national holiday).
The Tourist Information Counter is open
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