🇯🇵🚟Kyoto Travel Guide: Osaka-Kyoto Hankyu Line ➰➰

#TravelGuide #OsakaTravel #KyotoTravel Osaka-Kyoto Hankyu Railway Usage Guide🚟 1. Basic Information Line Name: Hankyu Kyoto Line Osaka Departure Station: Hankyu Umeda Station Kyoto Arrival Station: Hankyu Kawaramachi Station (Close to the center of Gion, Shijo, Nishiki Market, etc.) 2. Time & Fare Time Required: Approximately 40-45 minutes (Limited Express) Fare: Approximately 400-430 yen for adults (as of 2025) 3. Train Types (Must Know!) Local: Stops at all stations — Slow Rapid: Skips intermediate stops Semi-Express: Some stops Limited Express: Fast and stops only at major stations — Recommended! TIP: If you take the limited express train from Umeda, it will be faster to get to Kyoto because there are fewer stops. 4. How to board Step 1: Purchase a ticket or use an IC card Purchase a ticket at the ticket machine in Hankyu Umeda Station Or you can use a transportation card such as ICOCA, Suica, or Pasmo Step 2: Check the platform Board the line that indicates "Kyoto" Check the electronic board or route map and board the train bound for Kawaramachi 5. Things to note Don't confuse it with JR! JR Osaka Station and Hankyu Umeda Station have similar names but are in different locations. (5-7 minutes on foot) No eating on the train As a courtesy, refrain from eating on regular trains (including limited express trains) Avoid rush hour If you have large luggage: It is recommended to use the back car as the space on the train is limited 6. Tips after arrival Kawaramachi Station is underground Depending on the direction of the exit, you can walk to Gion, Shijo, Yasaka Shrine, and Nishiki Market