Bus Guide
ばすがいど
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Delivery, Transportation, and Machine Operation Occupations
- Middle : Other Transportation Occupations
- Minor : Train Conductors
Summary
A job that involves riding along on tourist buses to provide guidance on tourist spots, in-vehicle announcements, and safety management to passengers.
Description
Bus guides board tourist buses to explain tourist spots and history, provide itinerary guidance, in-vehicle announcements, and safety calls to tour participants. They handle a wide range of tasks including greeting passengers, confirming gatherings, coordinating with accommodations and tourist facilities, and responding to emergencies. Communication skills, knowledge of geography and history, and flexible response abilities according to situations are required.
Future Outlook
With the recovery of domestic and international tourism demand, a shortage of personnel is expected to continue. On the other hand, the introduction of automatic voice guidance systems may progress, and providing high value-added services will be the key to differentiation.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Cheerful Personality / Has Hospitality / Sociable / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Domestic Tours / Long Hours On Duty / Shift Work / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
Junior Bus Guide → Senior Bus Guide → Chief Bus Guide → Tour Coordinator → Travel Agency Manager
Required Skills
Communication Skills / Communication Skills (English) / Emergency Response / Geography and History Knowledge / Presentation Skills
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Manners / IT Literacy (Tour Management System) / Multilingual Capabilities / Tourist Spot Information Collection
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexible responses to weather changes and traffic conditions are required. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes can lead to itinerary disruptions or safety issues. |
| Communication Skills | Because guiding and explaining to passengers is the main task. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for handling sudden troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there is high mental stress from long hours of guidance and handling complaints. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because work is done in collaboration with drivers and operational staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because monetary transactions and statistical data creation are minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Domestic Travel Itinerary Management Director
Aliases
- Bus Tour Guide
- In-Vehicle Guide
Related Jobs
- Tour Bus Driver
- Tour Escort
- Tour Guide