Tokyo to Kyoto: The Ultimate Guide

Traveloka Team
17 Jun 2024 - 4 min read

How to get to Kyoto from Tokyo

Travel quickly from Tokyo to Kyoto with Nozomi Shinkansen which is said to be the fastest Tokaido Shinkansen that departs every 10 minutes.

Experience the unique and memorable travel with the Nozomi Shinkansen, Japan’s top-notch high-speed train, and enjoy the scenic scenery throughout your journey from Tokyo to Kyoto. By taking this Shinkansen, travelers can just sit back and relax while waiting for your train to arrive at the designated destination while being surrounded by the authentic atmosphere of Japan. There are two kinds of seats that you can choose from ordinary seats with a cheaper price to green car seating with a comfortable experience and spacious seating arrangements based on your needs and preferences.

Simply scan the QR code that has been sent to your email upon your purchase at JY East/JR Tokai/JR Hokkaido ticket machine, and you’re good to go to Kyoto. If you would like to purchase or book Nozomi Shinkansen, Traveloka is more than happy to help you! Besides giving out the best price, Traveloka also offers a wide variety of services and facilities that will cater to all your needs and preferences.

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1. Ibis Styles Kyoto Station

Address: 47 Kamitonodacho, Higashikujo, Minami Ku, Minami, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto, Japan, 601-8002

A budget-friendly hotel that is located strategically right in front of the Hachijo West Exit of JR Kyoto Station gives visitors easy access to various public transportation as well as numerous tourist attractions. The hotel offers more than 200 rooms ranging from economy singles to standard twins designed to make your stay comfortable and relaxing complete with amenities from flat-screen TVs with cable channels, air conditioning, and private bathrooms.

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2. The Blossom Kyoto

Address: 140-2 Manjujicho, Shimogyo-ku, Gion, Kyoto prefecture, Kyoto, Japan, 600-8104

The Blossom Kyoto is a 4-star accommodation that offers a blend of Japanese design and modern amenities to travelers It boasts on offering 10 different room types that cater to all traveler's needs and preferences ranging from Moderate Double Rooms to Deluxe Quadruple Rooms with tatami areas that s perfect for those of you who want to enjoy the authentic Japanese atmosphere while enjoying their comfortable stays at this exceptional hotel. The hotel also provides various facilities from the fitness center to a restaurant that serves local cuisines to international cuisines, and even luggage storage facilities that are available for guest who arrive early or depart pretty late in the evening.

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3. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

Address: 17 Nishi Kujoin-machi, Minami-Ku, Minami, Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto, Japan, 601-8412

A hotel with a perfect location that is only a 2-minute walk away from Kyoto Station, Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo is truly located at a strategic location close to various public transportation including Shinkansen bullet trains, JR lines, buses, and the Kyoto Busway system which makes this hotel popular among tourist which allow them to have easy access to various tourist attractions. The hotel offers a modern ambiance with over 900 rooms that will cater to any visitor's need and preference from a budget room to a luxurious room, each is served with basic amenities that you need during your stay from air conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and refrigerators.

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Activities and Attractions in Kyoto

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1. Explore through Temples and Shrine

Kyoto is known as a city rich in historical and cultural significance, which means it houses numerous iconic and world-renowned temples as well as shrines that you need to visit during your trip to Kyoto. Starting from Kiyomizu-dera Temple which is a part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is located on top of the hill offering stunning breathtaking views of the city skyline, Fushimi Inari-Taisha Shrine with its otherworldly atmosphere where you will be surrounded by thousands of vermillion torii gates guiding you up to the mountaintop, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove where you could take a serene walk through the towering bamboo stalks, Tenryu-ji Temple which is another part of UNESCO World Heritage that is considered to be a masterpieces of landscape design and offer a peaceful escape from the bustling town and many other temples and shrine are waiting to be explored.

2. Experience various Traditional Arts and Performances

Immerse yourself in Kyoto’s various traditional performances and shows that you hardly get anywhere else including the Gion Corner as the name implies located at the heart of Gion where it would take you to take a glimpse into the world of Geishas, Participate in their authentic Tea Ceremony revolving in preparation, serving, and drinking green tea while learning more about the history and proper tea ceremony etiquette, Visit the Noh Theatre or Kabuki Theatre where you get to enjoy the unique act along with iconic costumes of traditional storytelling culture of Japan’s, to experiencing wearing the adorable kimonos and yukata by yourself and walk through the serene castles, temples, shrines and market held in the vibrant Kyoto City.

3. Hidden Gems at Kyoto

Begin your adventure and start to explore numerous hidden gems that are ready to be discovered in Kyoto City, including the Philosopher’s Path where it might be quite bustling in the daytime, but at night, the place would be transformed into a majestic illuminated street filled with soft lights which creates that magical ambiance, Nijo Castle that is known for its exceptional architecture from the fortified gates, nightingale floors, and beautiful garden, Katsushika Hokusai Museum which is a perfect spot for those of you who have interest in Japan’s culture and history.

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In This Article

• How to get to Kyoto from Tokyo
• Recommended hotel in Kyoto
• 1. Ibis Styles Kyoto Station
• 2. The Blossom Kyoto
• 3. Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo
• Activities and Attractions in Kyoto
• 1. Explore through Temples and Shrine
• 2. Experience various Traditional Arts and Performances
• 3. Hidden Gems at Kyoto

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