Tourist Guide (Bus Company)
かんこうあんないにん（ばすがいしゃ）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Delivery, Transportation, and Machine Operation Occupations
- Middle : Other Transportation Occupations
- Minor : Train Conductors
Summary
A profession that provides guidance on tourist sites to passengers, in-vehicle announcements, safety checks, etc., during bus tours.
Description
Tourist guides (bus companies) are specialists who perform guidance duties for groups and individual customers during bus tours. They explain the history and highlights of tourist sites, handle in-vehicle announcements, provide guidance upon arrival, check tickets, and ensure safety during emergencies. They also manage schedules in coordination with the driver and respond to passenger requests and issues. Multilingual support and hospitality are required, and information gathering and training tailored to seasons and itineraries are essential.
Future Outlook
With fluctuations in domestic travel demand and the recovery of inbound tourism, diversification of guide services for individual travelers is expected. The introduction of digital guide technologies and experiential tours will be key.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Bright and sociable / Enjoys talking / Has hospitality
Work Style
Day-trip tours / Indoor and outdoor duties / Long-distance tours / Shift / Weekends and holidays work
Career Path
Bus Guide → Senior Guide → Tour Coordinator → Supervisor → Training Instructor
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Passenger Handling) / Emergency Response / In-Vehicle Announcement / Safety Management Knowledge / Tourist Guidance
Recommended Skills
Foreign Language Conversation (English) / Hospitality / IT Literacy (Guide System Operation) / Presentation Skills / Teamwork
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | To respond to weather and schedule changes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | For safety checks and providing detailed services. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate clearly to a large number of passengers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Domestic Travel Itinerary Management Supervisor
Aliases
- Bus Guide
- Sightseeing Guide
- Tour Guide
Related Jobs
- Bus Driver
- Registered Travel Services Supervisor
- Tour Conductor