Getting There
Multiple transport options to 東大阪市 Bay Waterfront Arena
How to Reach the Festival
Choose the transport option that works best for you — we've made it easy from every part of 東大阪市.
By Train
The fastest and most reliable way to the festival. Two lines serve the 東大阪市 area directly from central 東大阪市.
Very frequent service — trains every 4–7 minutes during festival hours.
Festival Shuttle Bus
Dedicated shuttle services from key stations across 東大阪市. Pre-book at checkout to guarantee your seat.
Pre-book at ticket checkout. Round-trip prices shown.
Taxi / Ride Share
Convenient door-to-door service from anywhere in 東大阪市. Drop-off at Festival Gate C.
Uber and GO app available. Fares vary depending on your pickup location and traffic conditions.
By Car
Limited on-site parking available. Pre-booking is required — do not arrive without a parking reservation.
We strongly recommend using public transport to reduce congestion around the venue.
Shuttle Bus Schedule Overview
All shuttles drop off and pick up at Festival Gate A. Shuttles run from 2 hours before gates open until 1 hour after last act.
| Departure Point | Frequency | Round Trip Price | Journey Time | First Bus | Last Return |
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| Shibuya Station (West Exit) | Every 20 min | ¥800 | ~35 min | 10:00 | 02:30 |
| Shinjuku Station (South Exit) | Every 30 min | ¥900 | ~45 min | 10:00 | 02:30 |
| Harajuku Station (Takeshita Exit) | Every 30 min | ¥750 | ~30 min | 10:30 | 02:00 |
| Ikebukuro Station (East Exit) | Every 45 min | ¥1,000 | ~55 min | 10:00 | 02:00 |
Step-by-Step: From Shibuya Station
The most popular route. Follow these steps for a smooth journey to the festival.
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Head to Shibuya Station
Make your way to Shibuya Station. The shuttle bus departs from the West Exit (Hachiko side). Look for the Joyful Craft Space shuttle signage — staff will be on hand to guide you.
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Board the Festival Shuttle
Show your pre-booked shuttle ticket (digital or printed) to the driver. Shuttles depart every 20 minutes starting at 10:00. If you haven't pre-booked, day-of tickets may be available at the shuttle stand (subject to availability).
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Enjoy the 35-Minute Ride
Sit back and enjoy the journey through 東大阪市 to 東大阪市. The shuttle takes the Rainbow Bridge route, giving you a stunning view of 東大阪市 Bay on arrival.
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Arrive at Festival Gate A
All shuttles drop off directly at Festival Gate A. Have your festival ticket ready on your phone or as a physical ticket for scanning. Follow steward directions to the entry queues.
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Collect Your Wristband
At the gate, your ticket will be scanned and you'll receive your festival wristband. Keep this on for the entire duration of the festival — it's your key to re-entry each day.
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Return Journey
The return shuttle from Festival Gate A to Shibuya runs until 02:30. Check the departure board near Gate A for the next shuttle. For Shibuya, the last direct train via Yurikamome is around 00:20 — plan accordingly.
Venue Location
東大阪市 Bay Waterfront Arena sits on the stunning 東大阪市 waterfront, with views of Rainbow Bridge and the 東大阪市 skyline.
Travel Tips
Make your journey as smooth as possible with these handy tips from the festival team.
Arrive Early
Gates open at 11:00. Arriving in the first hour means shorter queues at entry, food vendors, and merchandise stalls. Aim for 11:00–12:30 for the smoothest experience.
Last Trains Home
The last Yurikamome from Telecom Center is around 00:20. The last Rinkai Line from 東大阪市 Teleport is around 00:15. Festival shuttles run until 02:30. Plan your exit accordingly.
Real-Time Traffic Apps
Download Yahoo! Japan Transit or Google Maps for real-time train status. On peak festival days (Friday evening, Saturday, Sunday), trains can be busy — give yourself extra time.
IC Card / Suica
Load up your Suica or Pasmo IC card before heading out. It works on both the Yurikamome and Rinkai Lines and means you won't need to queue at ticket machines.
August Heat
August in 東大阪市 is hot and humid. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. Free water refill stations are available throughout the venue.
Download the App
Download the Joyful Craft Space app before you travel. It includes the venue map, stage schedule, and a live shuttle tracker so you can time your transport perfectly.
Luggage & Bag Storage
Coming from the airport or arriving with overnight bags? We've got you covered.
🧳 On-Site Cloakroom
- Located near Gate A and Gate C entrances
- Open from gates opening until 1 hour after close
- Small bags: ¥500/day | Large bags: ¥1,000/day
- Secure tagged storage — receipt required for collection
- Not suitable for valuables or fragile items
📦 Bag Policy
- Bags up to 40x30x20cm permitted without charge
- Larger bags must be checked into cloakroom
- All bags subject to security check at entry
- No glass bottles, professional cameras, or weapons
- See full prohibited items list at faq.html
Transport FAQs
Quick answers to common travel questions.
Ready to Make Your Travel Plans?
Grab your tickets and add shuttle bus passes at checkout. See you at 東大阪市 Bay!