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Kyoto information center for sightseeing and transportation

    We offer the information about transportation and sightseeing for international travelers in this site.

  • Transportation from Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto.
  • Public transportation in Kyoto for international tourists.
  • Kyoto Tourist Information Office at the city center.
  • Special Information for international tourists.

    "Kyoto World Heritage Loop Bus / K'LOOP"
    The first bus system of its kind in Kyoto, the World Heritage Loop Bus allows you the freedom to enjoy World Heritage sites and other important cultural spots at your own pace. Enjoy audio guidance while traveling between stops.

    Unlimited hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus.
    Visit Kyoto's cultural and UNESCO World Heritage listed spots. Travel between spots in comfort.

    Audio guides featuring Kyoto facts and history available in 4 languages (Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean)
    Bus operations: Saturdays, Sundays, Holidays.
    (no operation between 12/26 and 1/4)

    "Kyoto Night Cruise Bus Tour"
    Enjoy a Tour of Kyoto's Enchanting Night Scenery with English Narration

    The bus tour will take you around UNESCO World Heritage sites including To-ji Temple, Nishi-Honganji Temple and Nijo Catsle, as well as Heian Jingu Shrine and Yasaka Shrine. The bus also visit Shijo Kawaramachi and the Gion district, at the heart of this ancient city.
    A very surprising special lighting up event at Heian Jingu Shrine and Chion-in Temple.
    Tour Days : Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Before Holidays

  • Convenient route finder for international tourists.

    "Kyoto train and bus routes finder"
    You can find the best route easily.

    "Kyoto auto-scheduler"
    You can find the best schedule for looking around Kyoto.

  • Map of the "Kyoto Tourist Information Office at the city center"


      open: from 10:00am to 18:00pm
      close every Tuesday and from 29th Dec. until 3rd Jan.