Travel Info
Quick guidance for getting to Kyoto, moving around, etiquette, and essentials.
Getting Here
Kansai International Airport — Haruka express to Kyoto Station (~75 mins). Shinkansen from Tokyo (~2h 15m). Consider luggage forwarding for long train+temple days.
Local Transport
Buses reach many temples but can be slow in peak traffic; trains and subways are faster for longer journeys. Use station maps and buy an IC card (Suica/ICOCA) for tap-and-go travel on trains and buses.
Money & Etiquette
Carry cash for small vendors and shrine donations. Tipping is not customary. Be quiet and respectful at temples; follow photography signage and staff instructions.
Quick Facts
- Time zone: JST
- Language: Japanese (basic English at tourist hubs)
- Emergency: 110 (police), 119 (ambulance)