JR Pass in Kyoto

Yimbert

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Hi. I see that I can take a JR train in Kyoto to go from Kyoto Station to Arashiyama station; also to the Ryoan-ji; and to the Inari station and access the Fushimi Inari Shrine. I would like to confirm this is correct before I purchase my pass. Would also like to ask if there is a station that takes me close to the philosopher’s path and/or Ginkanku-ji temple? I read on your site there is a bus or 2 operated by JR in Kyoto, on which the Pass is accepted; is that true or not?

Also want to ask if the train between Kobe and Himeji is included in the JR Pass? I See I can travel from Osaka to Nara with the pass.

I saw an answer to someone else’s question about the train lines within Tokio. Understood about the main line that makes a loop around the city. However, not sure I am clear about the other trains where the pass is acceptable. Could you clarify that for me?

Thank you

Alexis

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Hi there,

Good news! You can use the JR Pass to get to all of those destinations. Note that to get to the Ryoanji, you'll need to take a JR bus rather than a train. There is no nearby JR Station to the Philosopher's Path, near Ginkanku-ji temple. Using the Kyoto metro, the best station to get out at is called Keage station, on the Tozai line. Alternatively, bus lines Bus 17, 201, 202, 205, 206 run from Kyoto stations to Keage station in about 30 minutes. These are unfortunately not covered by the JR Pass, but compared to train travel this trip from central Kyoto will be relatively cheap.

The JR Pass will cover travel between Kobe and Himeji as well.

For Tokyo, the JR Pass will cover the main central Metro line, the JR Yamanote Loop line. This will get you to the main attractions in central Tokyo, but should you wish to use the other lines I'd recommend purchasing a prepaid travel card such as a SUICA or PASMO. This will also work on the Kyoto Subway/Bus system if you plan on getting to the Philosopher's Path via public transit.

Hope this helps!

Alexis

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Yimbert

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Hi Alexis, yes this helps a lot. Calculating the individual train tickets and adding the day subway/bus pass in the cities I am visiting. Seems because of the price increase of the JR pass, it may be cheaper to purchase the tickets individually. I am traveling from Aug 17 to September 2, I read seats on the trains should not be hard to get at that time.
As you can see, I keep going back and forth if the JR pass is cost effective for me or not.
Thanks

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