Tokyo to Kyoto Train Japan Rail Ticket The Japan Rail system covers the majority of cities in Japan. Being recognised as one of the most advanced rail network in the world, the Japan Shinkansen system is run by the JR companies (i.e. Japan Railways Companies), including JR East, JR West...
There are two subway lines in Kyoto, the Karasuma Line which runs from south to north along Karasuma-dori and stops at JR Kyoto Station, and the newer Tozai Line which runs from east to west and meets the Karasuma Line at the intersection of Karasuma-dori and Oike-dori. Japan Railways Al...
We had an incredible day with Keiko, who is a very knowledgeable guide and a wonderful person. She created a perfect itinerary to see several of Kyoto’s most famous sites and was a pleasure to spend time with throughout the day. Our favorite ex...
If you have a Japan Rail Pass, you can get on the Hikari and the Kodama, but not the Nozomi (you must pay an extra Y4960 to ride the Nozomi with a Japan Rail Pass from Tokyo to Kyoto). For more details about the JRP, see our pageJapan Rail Pass: Is It Worth It?. Narita Airp...
You made it! The final stop of the Tokaido Road crossing is the Sanjo Ohashi Bridge inKyoto. From here, explore one of Japan’s most beloved cities. There is a lot to see, so we recommend staying at least two nights. Finally, a note on traveling this route viarental caron the Nationa...
The wonderful riddle of contemporary Japan is how whole-heartedly it has embraced all things modern—all the while retaining the customs of times past. This is truly a land of contrasts: from the bright lights and chaos of Tokyo to the elegance and history of UNESCO-protected Kyoto. As cycli...
s unlimited travel around Japan for 28,000 yen, you could save thousands traveling from Sapporo to Fukuoka and return. The reality is, most visitors don’t travel that much. Some might even struggle to go from Tokyo to Kyoto return, especially when you can fly into Tokyo and fly out of...
Ok guys, so now that you know how to get around and you’ve decided on where to stay, here’s mapping the PERFECT 10 day itinerary from Tokyo to Kyoto and errthang in between! Day 1 Tokyo: Exploring Western Tokyo You must start your trip with the areas quintessentially known as the ...
Word History:The names of Japan's former and current capitals, Kyoto and Tokyo, appear to us to be made up of the same two elements reversed, but in fact they have only one element in common. The elements ofTō-kyōare old borrowings from Middle Chinese:tōmeans "east" andkyōmeans "...
Tofu and vegetables are famous in Kyoto. Kaiseki meal is recommended. | Have the opportunity to experience special activities such as riding a rickshaw or Jinrikisha depending on the locations. | You can buy Japanese traditional goods, souvenirs such as Kyoto fan, Kimono, incens...