Ticket details

• Departure: Shin-Osaka (Osaka Shinkansen Station)
• Arrival: Kyoto (Kyoto Central Station)
• Time:  13 minutes~
• Tokaido Shinkansen

Seat

• Unreserved:
  • You can have an available seat at non-reserved seat cars only.
• Reserved
  • You can have a reserved seat at reserved cars.
• Green reserved
  • You can have a business class seat at Green cars.

All seats will be reserved at non-smoking cars.

Seat preferences

• Seat with Oversized Luggage Space
  • If your luggage exceeds 160 cm in total dimensions, please request a Seat with oversized luggage space

Train type 

• Nozomi (3 non-reserved seat cars)
  • Stops at major cities only
  • Used for travel to major cities, such as Nagoya, Kyoto, and Shin-Osaka
• Hikari (5 non-reserved seat cars)
  • Stops at less stations than Kodama, more stations than Nozomi
• Kodama (Approximately 10 non-reserved seat cars)
  • Stop at all stations
  • Used primarily for travel to smaller cities

Why Book the Shin-Osaka to Kyoto Shinkansen with us?

• Arrangements tailored to your needs, backed by extensive experience
  • Accepting Mt. Fuji view seat requests
• Same-day departure tickets available
• Physical ticket support
  • Delivery to your hotel or home address
• Trusted and reliable service
  • We handle bookings for international travel agencies and luxury hotels in Japan

Shinkansen Station Guide: Shin-Osaka to Kyoto

• Departure Station:
  • Shin-Osaka Station (Osaka Shinkansen Station): The Shinkansen terminal in Osaka. From here, transfer to local JR or subway lines to reach central Osaka areas such as Umeda, Namba, or Shinsaibashi.
    
• Arrival Station:
  • Kyoto Station: Centrally located with direct access to buses, local trains, and taxis.

Kyoto Station Guide (Kyoto Central Station Guide)

Kyoto Station is the main transportation hub of Kyoto City and the arrival point for most travelers coming by Shinkansen from Tokyo and other cities. The station is large, modern, and easy to navigate with English signage throughout.

Key Information

• Shinkansen Platforms: Located on the upper floors. Follow signs for "Shinkansen Central Gate" or "Shinkansen Hachijo Gate" depending on your arrival.
• Local Train Transfers: Easily connect to the JR Nara Line, Kintetsu Line, or Kyoto Subway (Karasuma Line) for local travel.
• Bus Terminal: Outside the central exit, you'll find buses to famous spots like Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and Arashiyama.
• Taxis & Ride Service: Taxi stands are located outside the Central and Hachijo exits.
• Luggage Services: Coin lockers and manned luggage storage counters are available throughout the station.
• Tourist Information Center: Located near the Central Exit, offering maps, tickets, and multilingual staff.

Additional Facilities

• Restaurants and food courts
• Shopping areas including Isetan department store
• Hotel Granvia Kyoto (connected directly to the station)

Frequently Asked Questions about the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka to Kyoto

Q: How long does the Shinkansen take from Shin-Osaka to Kyoto?
A: It takes about 15 minutes.

Q: Are there coin lockers at Kyoto Station?
A: Yes, Kyoto Station has many coin lockers for different luggage sizes, and also manned baggage storage services.

Q: How do I get from Kyoto Station to the main tourist spots?
A: You can take a local train, subway, or city bus. For example, buses from the central exit go directly to Kiyomizu-dera, Gion, and Arashiyama.

Q: Which station in Kyoto does the Shinkansen arrive at?
A: All Shinkansen trains from Tokyo arrive at JR Kyoto Station, a major hub with access to buses, taxis, and local trains.