Getting Around Kyoto

Published on : 21/06/2021
by : Japan Experience

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Kyoto Station
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Kyoto has a long history; it is the first capital city of Japan and it is a truly beautiful and unmissable city.

Our travel tips to travel in and around Kyoto

Kyoto is a very walkable city. However, to go from one side to another you may need to use local transport. Its transportation system is complicated and some places are accessible only by buses.

From Kyoto Station you will be able to easily reach all areas of the city thanks to the local subway lines, the bus network and the JR train lines. Kyoto Station also serves as a major stop on the Tokaido-Sanyo Line, allowing for access to cities like Osaka and Hiroshima It is also accessible from Tokyo Station and Hakone via Odawara through this same Shinkansen bullet train line.

Take the time to also enjoy the area surrounding Kyoto with a day trip. You can find some suggestions and ideas here for itineraries.

Getting Around Kyoto

How to get from Kansai International Airport to Kyoto with the JR Pass

Kansai International Airport (KIX) is one of the main gateways to western Japan, serving Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, and the wider Kansai region.

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Using IC Cards in Kyoto: A Complete Guide to Buses, Trains, and Subways

IC cards are one of the easiest ways to travel around Kyoto.

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The Major Train Lines of Kyoto

Kyoto is often thought of as a bus-oriented city, but its rail network is one of the fastest and most efficient ways to travel around the city and throughout the Kansai region.

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The Sagano Scenic Railway

The Sagano Scenic Railway offers one of Kyoto’s most charming and nostalgic journeys, winding through the lush Hozu River valley on a slow, open-air train.

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