Kyoto Sightseeing Bus

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Travel around Kyoto on Kyoto Sightseeing Bus and Kyoto Sky Bus!

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If you would like to tour Kyoto, but are worried about your Japanese ability and whether you can make bus and train transfers properly, we have the answer. We recommend the city's Kyoto Sightseeing Bus, which takes you to Kyoto's main sightseeing spots.

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Kyoto SKY BUS

In the autumn of 2015 the Keihan and Myojo Bus Companies introduced an open top, double decker touring
service called the Kyoto Sky Bus. This Sky Bus tour of Kyoto provides an excellent introduction to Kyoto’s
major sites, and is also an enjoyable way to learn a little about Kyoto’s history and culture.

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Three advantages of Sky Bus

  • Point 1

    Point1.

    Opentop bus view

  • Point 2

    Point2.

    Easy sightseeing

  • Point 3

    Point3.

    Multilingual announcements * 1

Note: 1 The tour guide can only speak in Japanese.

Kyoto Sky Bus Tour Itineraries for Experiencing Kyoto

  • Skybus-W2

    SKY BUS Kyoto Drive Around Tour (W2)

    On Board Sightseeing

    * Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean.

    Spots to Visit (in random order):

    • Nishihonganji Temple
    • Nijo Castle
    • Reizei Family House
    • Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
    • Kamo-ohashi Bridge
    • Lake Biwa Canal
    • Heian Jingu Shrine
    • Shoren-in Temple
    • Chion-in Temple
    • Yasaka Shrine
    • Kyoto Minamiza
    • Kyoto Tower
    Available period October 1st, 2021 - June 30th, 2022
    Departure time 10:00*1 / 13:00 / 15:00
    *1 : Suspended from March 26th to April 10th
    Duration 1h
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Remark * Raincoats will be provided if it rains. The tour may be suspended or cancelled if the weather is deemed too hazardous to run a safe service. All the seats are on the upper deck that has no cover. Please bring extra clothes that meet the weather conditions.

    Fare: From 2,000 yen for adults, 1,000 yen for children

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Kyoto Sightseeing Bus

The on-board multi-lingual audio guide in English, Chinese and Korean can provide description of the attactions on the way.

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Three advantages of Kyoto Sightseeing Bus

  • Point 1

    Point1.

    No bus or train transfers necessary.

  • Point 2

    Point2.

    Multilingual announcements * 1

  • Point 3

    Point3.

    Sightseeing entrance fees included. No extra payment.

Note: 1 The tour guide will speak in Japanese. For other languages, use multi-lingual audio guide system.

Choose from various tours Itineraries for Experiencing Kyoto

  • Kiyomizu Temple

    AW - Classic Kyoto

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glag Kinkakuji Temple (40 min.)to
    • glag Ginkakuji Temple (45 min.)to
    • glag Kiyomizu Temple (110 min.)

    * The roof of the main hall of Kiyomizudera Temple is under construction. However, the site is open to the public.

    Fare: 5,800yen for adults, 3,050yen for children

    Available period March 19 - September 30, 2020
    Everyday
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 5 hours
    Departure time - 9:30AM
    - 10:30AM
    Meal Time to buy lunch near Kiyomizudera.
    *Fee NOT included
    1.The main hall of Kiyomizudera Temple is under construction until March and reconstruction on the stage is scheduled. However, the site is open to the public.2.Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean.
    * The system may not be available due to maintenance.
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  • SW - One Day in Arashiyama

    SW - One Day in Arashiyama

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glag Sagano Romantic Train (23 min.) to
    • glag Boat Ride on the Hozu-gawa River(Boating down from Kameoka to Arashiyama) (90 min.)to
    • glag Stroll around Arashiyama (120 min.)

    Fare: March 19 - September 30, 2020 (Except for April 25 - May 6)
    10,000yen for adults, 5,600yen for children

    Fare: April 25 - May 6, 2020
    11,000yen for adults, 6,100yen for children

    Available period March 19 - September 30, 2020
    * Everyday except for April 15, 22 and every wednesday from May 13 - July 22, September 2 -16.
    * When the romantic train is cancelled, this tour will also be cancelled.
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 7h - 8h
    Departure time 9:00AM
    ※9:30AM
    *The additional departure at 9:30 (not on a regular basis) DOES NOT provide a multi-lingual audio guide on board.
    Meal Time to buy lunch in Arashiyama.
    *Meal NOT included
    Special Service Available discounts in Arashiyama
    1.Admission fee: Arashiyama Orgel Museum and other facilities
    2.Rickshaw and Yakatabune cruising
    3.Foot bath
    4.Meal, Shopping, Drink
    1.When the romantic train is cancelled, this tour will also be cancelled. 2.The Hozu-gawa River Boat Ride might be cancelled due to reasons such as rising water levels. In this case, a part of the program will be subject to change. 3.Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean.
    *The system may not be available due to maintenance.
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  • GW-Maiko Dance & Kyoto Night View

    GW - Maiko Dance & Kyoto Night View

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glagSHOZAN: Kaiseki Style Kyoto Dinner, Maiko Dance (Photography allowed) and Stroll in the garden. (90 min.)to
    • glagHigashiyama Peak: Night view (10 min.)

    Fare: 9,000yen for adults, 7,630yen for children

    Available period March 19 - September 30, 2020
    Everyday except for August 16
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 3.5 hours
    Departure time 17:30
    ※17:40
    * April Only 17:40 Departure
    Drop-off Points Kyoto Tokyu Hotel, Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto, Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande, and hotels in front of Kyoto Station. Please get off at Karasumaguchi Terminal.
    Special Service Senjafuda (Name card of Maiko)
    Meal Kaiseki Style Kyoto Dinner
    1.Night view is subject to change due to weather and traffic conditions. 2.Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean.
    *The system may not be available due to maintenance.)     3.Vegetarian or allergy friendly menu are not available 4.There is an extra fee for drinks, please pay upon ordering (cash only).
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  • BF - Kyoto Highlights

    BF - Kyoto Highlights

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glagTenryuji Temple, Arashiyama and Bamboo Grove (140min.)to
    • glag Kinkakuji Temple (40 min.) to
    • glag Fushimi Inari Shrine (70 min.)

    Fare: 6,600yen for adults, 3,610yen for children

    Available period March 18 - September 30, 2020
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 6 hours
    Departure time 10:10
    Meal Time to buy lunch in Arashiyama.
    *Fee NOT included
    1.An English-speaking guide accompanies you when visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine.2.Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean.
    * The system may not be available due to maintenance.
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    Currently unavailable
  • CW - Afternoon Kyoto

    CW - Historical Kyoto

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glag Ni-jo Castle (60 min.)to
    • glag Ryoanji Temple (45 min.)

    Fare: 3,800yen for adults, 1,440yen for children

    Available period March 19 - September 30, 2020
    Everyday except for May 1 and every Tuesday in July and August.
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 3 hours
    Departure time 9:50
    1. Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean. * The system may not be available due to maintenance.
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  • HW - Must See in Kyoto

    HW - Must See in Kyoto

    With on-board multi-lingual audio guide system

    • glag Sanjusangendo Temple (40 min) to
    • glag Fushimi Inari Shrine (70 min)

    * An English-speaking guide accompanies you when visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine.

    Fare: 3,100yen for adults, 1,750yen for children

    Available period (Dep. at 13:50)
    Everyday in March 19 - September 30, 2020
    (Dep. at 9:50)
    May 1 and every Tuesday in July and August.
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 2.5 hours
    Departure time - 9:50
    - 13:50
    1.An English-speaking guide accompanies you when visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine. 2.Equipped with the on-board audio guide system in English, Chinese and Korean. * The system may not be available due to maintenance.
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  • N - Maiko Performance & special viewing of Unryu-in Temple

    N - Maiko Performance & special viewing of Unryu-in Temple

    • glagSpecial viewing of Unryuin Temple (40 min.)
    • glagKurochiku: Special Mukadeya Course, Maiko Performance (Photography allowed) (85 min.)to

    Fare: 10,300yen for adults, 8,400yen for children

    Available period Every Friday
    March 20, 27, April 10, 17, May 8, 15, 22, 29, June 12, 19, August 7, 21, 28, September 4, 11, 18, 25
    Departure location JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi ・Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
    Duration 3.5 hours
    Departure time 17:10
    Meal Special Mukadeya Course
    Special Service There is a special service called 「Maiko no Oshaku」for customers who order beer or sake, where the Maiko pours the beer or sake into your glass/cup.
    1.Vegetarian or allergy friendly menu are not available 2.There is an extra fee for drinks, please pay upon ordering (cash only).
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Notice

  • This tour is equipped with the multi-lingual audio guide in English, Chinese and Korean. * The system may not be available due to maintenance.
  • Itineraries and times are subject to change due to weather and traffic.
  • The tour guide can only speak in Japanese.
  • Online reservations only.
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