The writer describes their experience taking a night bus, called Hakata, from Tokyo's Shinjuku district to Fukuoka. They had a premium seat, which they found to be spacious and comfortable. The bus had various amenities, including a reclining seat, a leg rest, and a private glass partition that could be made transparent or opaque.
The writer mentions that the bus ride was smooth and quiet, and they were able to get a good night's sleep. They also appreciated the convenience of being able to store their luggage under the bus and the availability of Wi-Fi and power outlets.
The writer notes that the bus route was similar to the Sanyo Shinkansen train route and that the scenery was similar to what they would have seen on the train. They also mention that the bus stopped at a service area in Shizuoka, where they were able to get off and stretch their legs.
The writer concludes by saying that they found the bus ride to be a valuable experience and that they would recommend it to others. They also mention that the bus was a convenient option for traveling to Fukuoka, especially for those who prefer to avoid the hassle of airports and trains.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The bus journey started at 9:00 pm from Shinjuku, Tokyo.
2. The bus was bound for Hakata, Fukuoka.
3. The bus had a premium seat section with electrically reclining seats and leg rests.
4. The bus had a private glass partition that could be made fogged or transparent.
5. There were four premium seats with curtain-like partitions.
6. The bus had a toilet and Wi-Fi.
7. The bus stopped at the Shizuoka service area around 11:30 pm.
8. The bus did not have a break for 9 hours, but the drivers took turns driving and stopping at service areas.
9. The bus crossed the Kanmon Strait and entered Kitakyushu.
10. The bus arrived at Kokura around 9:30 am.
11. The bus continued on to Hakata, Fukuoka, with a stop at Kurosaki.
12. The bus arrived at Hakata around 10:00 am.
13. The fare for the premium seat was around 17,000 yen to 8,000 yen.
14. The bus was not as crowded as the Shinkansen, but still had a significant number of passengers.
15. The bus had a convenient storage compartment for luggage.
16. The bus had a unique air purifier system that was not too noisy.
17. The bus had a Gunma mouth next to it, which was convenient for passengers.
18. The bus had a net rack for storing luggage under the seats.