There are JR lines and lots of private railway lines, such as Hankyu, Hanshin, Kintetsu and Keihan in Kansai area. There are so many kinds of ticket or passes as well. It makes you confused to choose it.
In this post, I would like to share the information about the discount tickets and passes that cover Kansai area.
- Kansai Thru Pass
- JR West Rail Pass – Kansai Area Pass
- Hankyu Tourist Pass one day and two days
- Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass one day and two days
- Kintetsu Rail Pass one day and two days
- Hanshin Tourist Pass
- Kansai Wide Area Pass
- ICOCA and Kansai One Pass
- For traveler who use national or regional pass
- For the traveler who stay in Kyoto or Osaka and visit inside city only
Kansai Thru Pass
- Online purchasing price (2-day) – Adult : 4,300 yen / Child : 2,150 yen
- Online purchasing price (3-day) – Adult : 5,300 yen / Child : 2,650 yen
- Coverage – All Non JR lines, subway lines and city bus in whole part of Kansai area
- Valid period – 2 or 3 days (not required using in consecutive days)
This is the most recommend one. This pass includes all major private lines and subway lines, such as Hankyu, Hanshin, Keihan, Kintetsu, Nankai, Osaka Metro and Kyoto Subway. You can access Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, Himeji, Mt. Koya, Kansai airport, Wakayama and many more place. This pass is sold at 5,300 yen for 3-days and 4,300 yen for 2 days. It gives you the greatest value in any railway pass of Kansai area. But if you think about only round trip between Kyoto and Osaka, the regular fare may be cheaper. Please see the details at the post in the link below:
JR West Rail Pass – Kansai Area Pass
- Price (1-day) – Adult : 2,200 yen / Child : 1,100 yen
- Price (2-day) – Adult : 4,300 yen / Child : 2,150 yen
- Price (3-day) – Adult : 5,300 yen / Child : 2,650 yen
- Price (4-day) – Adult : 6,300 yen / Child : 3,150 yen
- Coverage – All JR railway lines in whole part of Kansai area
- Valid period – 1 to 4 days (midnight to midnight)
This pass includes most of JR lines in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe, Himeji and Kansai airport. But the Shinkansen and all express trains are not covered except Kansai airport express “Haruka”. Please see the details about this pass in the link below:
Hankyu Tourist Pass one day and two days
- Price (1-day) – Adult : 700 yen / Child:Not available
- Price (2-day) – Adult : 1,200 yen / Child:not available
- Coverage – All Hankyu railway lines
- Valid period – one day (midnight to midnight) and two days (must be used in consecutive days)
Hankyu Railway operates trains among Umeda (Osaka), Takarazuka, Kawaramachi (Kyoto near Gion), Arashiyama (Kyoto) and Kobe (Sannomiya). The price of this deal is very attractive to cover three cities, Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. If you access to Kobe-Sannomiya from Umeda, single fare is 320 yen. If you access to Kyoto-Kawaramachi from Umeda, single fare is 400 yen. You can get the worth of one day pass by one round trip to Kyoto-Kawaramachi from Umeda. If you look for deal to access to just Kobe, Arashiyama and Gion area, this is a good choice.
But if you want to visit all part of Kyoto and many places in Kobe, Kansai Thru Pass is better choice. Because you have to take other train or bus than Hankyu Railway. Kansai Thru Pass covers all.
Please see the link below to find more information:
Hankyu Railway official site- Hankyu Tourist Pass
Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass one day and two days
- Price (1-day) – Adult : 700 yen / Child : 350 yen
- Price (2-day) – Adult : 1,000 yen / Child : 700 yen
- Coverage – All Keihan railway lines
- Valid period – one day (midnight to midnight) and two days (must be used in consecutive days)
Keihan Railway connects Yodoyabashi (Osaka) and Demachiyanagi (Kyoto). It covers Kyoto and Osaka only but the price is cheaper than Hankyu Tourist Pass. And many places in Kyoto are located along Keihan Railway. Fushimi Inari shrine, Uji, Kiyomizu-dera temple and many places in Higashiyama area can be accessed from Keihan Railway stations.
This pass has same issue as Hankyu Tourist Pass. You may have to take subway to get Keihan Railway station in Osaka, such as Yodoyabashi, Nakanoshima, Kitahama, Temmabashi and Kyobashi. And when you visit western part of Kyoto, such as Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji temple, you have to pay extra to access this place. Kansai Thru Pass may be better choice if you have another trip(s).
Please see the link below to find more information about Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass:
Keihan Railway official site – Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass
Kintetsu Rail Pass one day and two days
- Price (1-day) – Adult : 1,500 yen / Child : 750 yen
- Price (2-day) – Adult : 2,500 yen / Child : 1,250 yen
- Coverage – All Keihan railway lines
- Valid period – one day (midnight to midnight) and two days (must be used in consecutive days)
This deals covers Kintetsu Railway in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara.
In Nara, many of places can be accessed by walk from the station. But this deal can take you to Kyoto station only You cannot use this deal to access to most of places in Kyoto.
Please see the link below to find more information about Kintetsu Rail Pass:
Kintetsu Railway official site – Kintetsu Rail Pass
Hanshin Tourist Pass
- Price – Adult:700 yen / Child:Not available
- Coverage – All Hanshin railway lines
- Valid period – one day (midnight to midnight)
Hanshin Railway operate trains among Umeda (Osaka), Osaka-Namba, Kousoku-Kobe and Kobe (Sannomiya). The price of this deal is very attractive. If you access to Kobe-Sannomiya from Osaka-Nmaba, single fare is 410 yen. It is paid off by just one round trip. If you look for deal to access to just Kobe, this is the one for your trip.
However if you access to Arima-Onsen and/or Himeji, Kansai Thru Pass or Kansai Area Pass may be better choice.
Please see the link below to find more information about Hanshin Tourist Pass:
Hanshin Railway official site – Hanshin Tourist Pass
Kansai Wide Area Pass
If you may travel both inside and outside of Kansai area, Kansai Wide Area Pass is the best choice. You can get same coverage as Kansai area pass in Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Himeji and Wakayama. And also this pass covers Kinosaki Onsen, Shirahama, Kii-Katsuura, Shingu, Okayama, Kurashiki and even Takamatsu in Shikoku. You can take non reserved seat on limited express trains and Sanyo Shinkansen between Shin-Osaka and Okayama. Please find more information in the post below:
ICOCA and Kansai One Pass
You may use these cards to take any trains and buses in all Kansai area. You can use even other area’s card, such as Suica, Pasmo too. These cards give you convenience. You can avoid to purchase a ticket whenever you make a train trip. You can take any kinds of trains, such as JR, subway and Non JR trains. However these cards do not give you any discount and unlimited ride.
If you meet these following things, IC card is your choice.
1. You intend to visit a few places in a day.
2. You need to take several kinds of trains and buses, like subway, Hankyu, Keihan, JR.
3. You cannot fix your plan and want to have some flexibility.
However if you have day trip to other cities, such as day trip to Kyoto from Osaka, Kansai Thru Pass or Kansai Area Pass is better choice in most of cases.
Kansai One Pass
This is same type of card as ICOCA. You can use this pass by same way as ICOCA. But this card is designed for overseas tourist. Preload amount is 2,500 yen (plus 500 yen deposit and sold at 3,000 yen) and you can get discount at many attractions. ICOCA is sold at any JR stations throughout Kansai area. But Kansai One Pass is sold in the designated stations only. Please see the link below to find the detailed information at official site.
For traveler who use national or regional pass
If you use JR pass (national pass) or other regional deal, such as Kansai Hiroshima Area Pass, JR train network in Kansai area is covered. You may have same or better coverage than Kansai Wide Area Pass. If you use these passes, please try to use this pass as much as you can. I think you may add only city deal, such as bus pass in Kyoto.
For the traveler who stay in Kyoto or Osaka and visit inside city only
These above deals are too much for the city sightseeing only. You may find the deals in the links below:
How to choose the best train pass for sightseeing in Kyoto
How to choose the best train pass for sightseeing in Osaka
I hope you get the best deal in this post and enjoy your trip in Kansai area.
Comments
Hi Takeshi,
i will be arriving on japan on 11th-15th January 2018
i will be stayed at Kansai First World Hotel during the duration. I dont know which pass is good for me. My itinerary as follow
Day 1- Rinku Town-osaka premium
Day 2- Dotombori, Namba, Tonbori
Day 3 -Universal Studio, Aquarium
Day 4 -Day trip to Kyoto. Planning to take ride as early as 7a.m
Day 5- Rinku Town
I will be travelled with my wife and 2years old kid. Need your help in choosing the pass. Tq Mr Takeshi.^_^
Hi Namez,
I recommend you to use Kansai thru pass 3 days for day 2 to 4.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-use-kansai-thru-pass-compare-pass-and-single-fare.html
Regular ticket is fine for day 1 and 5. It’s free of charge for 2 years old.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi-san
I will be travelling to Japan and would appreciate that if you could recommend which travel pass is worth to use for transportation.
Day1 – Kansai Airport to Kobe
Day 2- Kobe (Mt Rokiko and Arima Onsen)
Day 3 – Kobe (sightseeing)
Day4 -Kobe to Kyoto
Day 5- Kyoto (sightseeing)
Day 6 – Kyoto to Osaka
Day 7 – Osaka ( Universal Studio)
Day 8- Osaka (Biwako Valley-optional)
Day 9- Osaka
Day 10- Osaka
Day 11 – Osaka to Kansai Airport
If we want to go Nagoya- Shirakawa Village from Osaka is it possible for one day trip or any good recommendation.
Thanks in advance
Hi Karen san,
Limousine bus is the best to get Kobe from KIX. Please see the link below about access to/from Kansai airport:
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/airport-access/kansai-kix/how-to-choose-the-deals-for-access-tofrom-kansai-airport.html
You may use Kansai one pass for city to city transfer.
https://kansaionepass.com/en/about.html?info=1
And use local deal, such as bus pass, subway pass in each cities.
https://jprail.com/destinations/kansai-area/osaka-kyoto-kobe-and-nara/guide-to-take-trains-in-kobe-how-to-choose-the-best-route-by-train-to-get-the-major-spots.html
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-osaka.html
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
You may get Shirakawago as day trip via Kanazawa. Nagoya route is too much for day trip.
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/1-day/sample-itinerary-of-day-trip-to-kanazawa-and-shirakawago-from-osaka-or-kyoto.html
If you go to Shirakawago, you should have Takayama Hokuriku area pass.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/takayama-hokuriku-area-pass-perfect-deal-to-get-takayama-kanazawa-toyama-shirakawago-from-nagoya-or-osaka.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi San,
Thanks for your prompt response and useful information.
Just to confirm the travel pass we used on following day is it more economical way :
on day 2- Kobe (stay near Sannomiya station) travel to Mt Rokiko and Arima Onsen)-Rokkosan Tourist Pass
Day4 -Kobe (Sannomiya station)to Kyoto (Karusama Station) – Hankyu Tourist pass or Kansai Thru pass
Day 7 – Osaka (Hanazonocho Sation) to Universal Studio)- Osaka one day pass (ie Eco card) or per trip ticket
Thanks in advance and wishing you Happy New Year 2018.
Hi Karen san,
Rokkosan tourist pass is okay for day 2.
You cannot get the worth of either Hankyu tourist pass or Kansai thru pass. Single fare from Kobe-Sannomiya to Karasuma is only 620 yen. Single fare is better choice. You may use Kansai one pass.
On day 7, you need to take both subway and JR to get Univesal city station from Hanazonocho. You cannot get the worth of subway pass, such as Eco card. Just pay single fare or Kansai one pass. Kansai one pass does not give you unlimited travel but you can use this card to take any trains.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi!
Thanks for writing this post! The website’s been super helpful.
We’re going to Osaka April 2017. We’re a group of 13 and I’m wondering what the best pass to get is:
Day 1:
Arrival in Kansai Airport
AirBnb located near Dohtonburi
Nara Park + Todaiji Temple
Back to Dohtonburi
Day 2: Kyoto / near Kyoto
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Kiyomuzi-dera
Gion District
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Back to Dohtonburi
Day 3:
Universal Studios
Back to Dohtonburi
Day 4:
Going around Osaka sightseeing spots
Fly out
I hope you can help us out. Thank you!
Hi Michelle,
You may use Kansai thru pass 3 days for day 1, 2 and 4. Regular ticket is okay for day 3.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
My boyfriend and I will be travelling to Japan this weekend. It would be very helpful if you could recommend us which train pass / ticket to use for transportation:
Day 1: Kansai Airport to Osaka
Day 2: Osaka to Nara to Osaka
Day 3: Osaka to Kobe to Osaka
Day 4: Osaka to Kyoto
Day 5: Kyoto
Day 6: Kyoto to Tokyo
Day 7-9: Tokyo
Day 10: Tokyo to Haneda Airport
Hi Natalie,
Please see the link below first.
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/7days/basic-itinerary-of-osaka-kyoto-and-tokyo-in-7-days.html
You can add Kansai thru pass or Kansai area pass for day 2 and 3.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
Thanks for sharing information on this website! We’re heading to Japan in a week and would like to find out what is the best and most cost effective type of tickets / passes we should get.
Our itinerary is as follows:
– Day 1: Arrive at KIX and travel to Kyoto directly
– Day 2-3: Travel around Kyoto
– Day 4: Travel from Kyoto to Nara, and stay the night in Nara
– Day 5: Travel from Nara to Osaka and stay in Osaka
– Day 6-7: Travel around Osaka
– Day 8: Travel from Osaka to KIX.
Would really appreciate your help.
Cheers,
Joanne
Hi Joanne,
I have a sample itinerary which is almost same as your trip plan. Please refer the link below:
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/7days/visit-kyoto-osaka-nara-and-kobe-for-5-to-7-days-sample-itinerary.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi, I would be travelling to kyoto (5 nights) then kobe (2 nights) then osaka (3 nights). May I get your advice on which ticket I should purchase?
Thank you:)
Hi Rachel,
If you access to Kyoto from KIX, ICOCA and Haruka is recommended but add Kansai one pass instead of ICOCA.
http://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/ticket/icoca-haruka/
https://kansaionepass.com/en/about.html?info=1
You can use Kansai one pass to move among cities and sightseeing in Kobe. For sightseeing in Osaka and Kyoto, please see the links below:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-osaka.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi!
Thanks for the informative post! I’m travelling to Osaka tomorrow, and also Kyoto and Kobe within a week. I have a JR pass, but I heard that it doesn’t have that much coverage, so I’m also planning to get the Kansai One Pass. Is this alright, or do you have any other suggestions? Thank you!!
Hi Angela,
It depends on where you visit. Please see the link below to find the coverage of JR Pass in these cities:
jprail.com/destinations/how-to-transfer-among-kyoto-osaka-and-kobe-compare-japan-railway-and-private-lines.html
https://jprail.com/destinations/kansai-area/guide-to-take-trains-in-osaka-how-to-choose-the-best-route-by-train-to-get-the-major-spots.html
https://jprail.com/destinations/kansai-area/guide-to-take-trains-in-kyoto-how-to-choose-the-best-route-by-train-to-get-the-major-spots.html
https://jprail.com/destinations/kansai-area/guide-to-take-trains-in-kobe-how-to-choose-the-best-route-by-train-to-get-the-major-spots.html
If you need to take non JR trains, city bus or subways, you may have Kansai one pass.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
We will be travelling to KIX from 16-23 Dec 2017, and will be staying around 7 days in Kyoto (near Kyoto Station). I will be travelling with my 9 yo daughter.
Our Itenary would be
Day 1 – KIX – Kyoto
Day 2 – Kyoto – Nishiki Market – Gion – Ginkakuji
Day 3 – Kyoto – Nijo – Arashiyama – Kinkakuji – Riyoanji
Day 4 – Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto
Day 5 – Kyoto – Osaka-Kyoto
Day 6 – Kyoto – Fushimi Inari -Kyoto Flea Market (near Kyoto Station)
Day 7 – Kyoto – (to cover other places that we missed)
Day 8 – Kyoto – KIX
I planned to take the ICOCA HARUKA for Day 1 from KIX to Kyoto, and use the KANSAI THRU PASS for the rest of my trip. And to go back on Day 8 I will top up my ICOCA HARUKA card to go from Kyoto to KIX.
Do you have any other suggestion? Its a bit overwhelming and confusing, I am afraid that I will get lost haha…
Thank you!
Maziah
Hi Maziah,
You can use round trip ICOCA and Haruka between KIX and Kyoto for day 1 and 8. You can add Kansai one pass instead of ICOCA. It’s same type of card as ICOCA but it offers discount at many attraction. When you purchase ICOCA and Haruka, you can ask Kansai one pass instead of ICOCA.
https://kansaionepass.com/en/about.html?info=1
Unfortunately ICOCA and Haruka, and Kansai one pass are not available for child. You can purchase Kansai area pass for your daughter. It covers Haruka and cheaper than regular fare:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/how-to-use-jr-west-kansai-area-pass-compare-pass-and-single-fare.html
Child ICOCA is also available. You can purchase Child ICOCA itself when you purchase Kansai area pass.
You can use Kansai thru pass 3 days pass for day 3, 4 and 5. But I don’t think you need one more pass. Kansai one pass and Child ICOCA are okay. You may add all day bus pass at 500 yen for one day if you intend to take a bus more than 3 times a day:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Dear Takeshi,
Thank you very much for your prompt reply! Am so grateful!
By what you are suggesting:
Our Itenary would be
Day 1 – KIX – Kyoto (Adult – ICOCA & Kansai One Pass, Child – ICOCA & Kansai Area Pass)
Day 2 – Kyoto – Nishiki Market – Gion – Ginkakuji (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1)
Day 3 – Kyoto – Nijo – Arashiyama – Kinkakuji – Riyoanji (Adult – 3D Kansai Thru Pass, Child – ICOCA & Kansai Area Pass) or maintain (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1) + Bus fees
Day 4 – Kyoto – Nara – Kyoto (Adult – 3D Kansai Thru Pass, Child – ICOCA & Kansai Area Pass) or maintain (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1) + Bus fees
Day 5 – Kyoto – Osaka-Kyoto (Adult – 3D Kansai Thru Pass, Child – ICOCA & Kansai Area Pass) or maintain (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1) + Bus fees
Day 6 – Kyoto – Fushimi Inari -Kyoto Flea Market (near Kyoto Station) (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1) + Bus fees
Day 7 – Kyoto – (to cover other places that we missed) (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1) + Bus fees
Day 8 – Kyoto – KIX (Tickets Passes = same as Day 1)
In short, we can just use ICOCA + Kansai One Pass for adult and ICOCA-Child + Kansai Area Pass for my daughter.
We just top up the value through the top up machines.
Am I right?
Thanks!
Hi Maziah,
When you use Kansai thru pass, your daughter can use it too. Child rate Kansai thru pass is available.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-use-kansai-thru-pass-compare-pass-and-single-fare.html
Other part of your trip is okay.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thank you very much Takeshi! You are so helpful. We are so looking forward to our trip next week!
No worries, Maziah.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Dear Takeshi-san
My wife and I am visiting Japan on the 1st February for 13 days. We are arriving at Kansai KIX on at 16.00 and are staying in the centre of Kyoto. We are planning to explore Kyoto for a few days and also visiting Hiroshima, Nara, Osaka, Tokyo, Kanazawa, the snow monkeys and Yudanaka Onsen near Takayama. We need to get to Kansai by around 07.00 on the 13th.
I was considering a national JR pass for 7 days and either individual tickets or getting a regional pass for a shorter period. I thought I would not get full use from a 14 day JR pass which is quite expensive. We are flexible on which order to do things.
I would be vey grateful for help with the best and most economical method.
May I say I am very impressed with your posts and links. We have nothing link this in the UK!
Best wishes
Mark
Hi Mark san,
You may stay in Osaka and visit Nara at the end of your trip. Your flight is early and need to stay in Osaka day before anyway.
I recommend you to use 7 days pass after staying in Kyoto. You can visit Hiroshima first. You can stay overnight there or you can visit there as day trip.
https://jprail.com/sample-itineraries/1-day/day-trip-to-hiroshima-and-miyajima-from-osakakyoto.html
And then visit the places other than Osaka and Nara. Try to complete all places including Hiroshima in 7 days.
Once you get Osaka, you don’t need JR pass.
For arrival day, I recommend you take Haruka. ICOCA and Haruka is the best deal.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-visitors/icoca-and-haruka-ticket-very-flexible-and-good-deal-for-tourist-who-stay-in-kansai.html
Kansai one pass is available. This is same type of card as ICOCA but this card offers discount at many attractions. You can add this on ICOCA and Haruka instead of ICOCA.
https://kansaionepass.com/en/about.html?info=1
You can use local deals in Kyoto, Osaka and Nara. You can use one of these when you don’t use JR pass. And also ICOCA is included in the first deal. You can also use it.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-osaka.html
I don’t think you can use any deal for Osaka to KIX because of early departure. Take early morning bus.
https://www.kansai-airport.or.jp/en/access/bus/
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hello Takeshi,
I will be travelling to Japan this December and we are planning to used Kansai thru pass for our trip to Kyoto and Kobe. We will be staying 3 days/2 nights in Kyoto and go to Kobe for day trip. How would you suggest I use my 3 day Kansai thru pass ? I think there will be a day I cannot use it so what other options do I have.. Thank you.
Hi Chelsea,
If you use 3 days Kansai thru pass for Kyoto and Kobe, you may not get the worth of it. You should have one more trip to outside Kyoto, such as Osaka, Nara.
Otherwise you should use Kansai area pass one day for Kobe and use the deal in the link below for sightseeing in Kyoto.
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Hi Takeshi,
My actual route would be:
Day 1 : Osaka to Kobe (day trip)
Day 2: Osaka to Nara (1/2 day)
Nara to Kyoto (staying for 3 days/nights)
Day 4: Kyoto to Osaka
What type of tickets would you recommend during our stay in Kyoto on the second day as we cannot use our Kansai thru pass.
Hi Chelsea,
You may be able to get the worth of Kansai thru pass 3 days for this 3 days trip if you have sightseeing in Kyoto and/or Osaka on day 4.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
In that case, what type of ticket should I use on day 3?
Hi Chelsea,
Please refer the link below:
https://jprail.com/travel-informations/other-rail-passes/rail-pass-for-residents/how-to-choose-the-best-train-pass-for-sightseeing-in-kyoto.html
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com
Thank you Takeshi!
No worries, Chelsea.
Cheers,
Takeshi / JPRail.com