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First train
06:00
Last train
21:24
Travel duration
2h 18m
Daily departures
73
Departure station
Tokyo
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Kyoto
Ticket price
from $83
Fastest trip
2h 7m
Longest trip
3h 37m
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Key JR West routes in Japan
JR West operates important intercity routes from Shin-Osaka, Kyoto, Osaka, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, and Hakata. The Sanyo Shinkansen is the main high-speed corridor, linking Shin-Osaka with Okayama, Hiroshima, Kokura, and Hakata. It is used for trips across western Honshu and for through services that continue beyond JR West territory under other JR operators.
The Hokuriku Shinkansen western section connects Itoigawa, Toyama, Kanazawa, Fukui, and Tsuruga. JR West Limited Express trains also serve major Kansai and Hokuriku routes, including Thunderbird services between Osaka and Tsuruga and Kuroshio trains from Kyoto, Shin-Osaka, and Tennoji toward Wakayama and the Kii Peninsula.
Travel from Tokyo to Kyoto by Shinkansen and visit Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and the Gion district
Tokyo
Japan
2h 18m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Osaka by Shinkansen and visit Universal Studios Japan or explore the streets of Namba and Dotonbori
Tokyo
Japan
2h 33m
Osaka
Japan
Travel from Osaka to Kyoto by train and visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, and the historic Gion district near Kyoto Station
Osaka
Japan
13m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Fuji by limited express or local train and visit the Fuji Five Lakes, Fujinomiya Sengen Shrine, and the Subashiri trailhead
Frequency
7 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
1h 1m
Fuji
Japan
Travel from Osaka to Hiroshima by Shinkansen and visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, and Miyajima Island near Itsukushima Shrine
Osaka
Japan
1h 32m
Hiroshima
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Hiroshima by Shinkansen and visit the Peace Memorial Park, Miyajima Island and Hiroshima Castle
Frequency
34 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
3h 53m
Hiroshima
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Nagoya by Shinkansen and visit Nagoya Castle or the SCMAGLEV and Railway Park near Kanayama
Tokyo
Japan
1h 39m
Nagoya
Japan
Travel from Kyoto to Hiroshima by Shinkansen and visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Memorial Park, or Miyajima island with Itsukushima Shrine
Frequency
37 times per day
Popular Trains
Kyoto
Japan
1h 39m
Hiroshima
Japan
Travel from Odawara to Kyoto by Shinkansen or limited express and visit Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and the historic Gion district
Frequency
6 times per day
Popular Trains
Odawara
Japan
2h 5m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Odawara by train and access Odawara Castle, the Hakone area, and local onsen resorts near Hakone-Yumoto.
Tokyo
Japan
32m
Odawara
Japan
Travel from Fuji to Kyoto by connecting regional services and the Tokaido Shinkansen; visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera and the historic Gion district
Frequency
13 times per day
Popular Trains
Fuji
Japan
2h 25m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Shinagawa to Kyoto by Shinkansen and step off near Fushimi Inari Shrine or visit Kiyomizu-dera and Gion in Kyoto
Shinagawa
Japan
2h 11m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Mishima to Kyoto by Shinkansen and visit Kiyomizu-dera or the Gion district for traditional streets and tea houses
Mishima
Japan
2h 11m
Kyoto
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Yokohama by local and rapid trains and visit Minato Mirai, Cup Noodles Museum, and the Chinatown district
Tokyo
Japan
19m
Yokohama
Japan
Travel from Tokyo to Fukuoka by Shinkansen and discover Hakata's ramen stalls and the canal area while arriving near Nakasu and Tenjin
Frequency
24 times per day
Popular Trains
Tokyo
Japan
4h 57m
Fukuoka
Japan
JR West Tickets and Rail Network in Japan
JR West, officially West Japan Railway Company, is one of the Japan Railways Group passenger operators. Its network covers the Kansai region, western Honshu, the Hokuriku area, and parts of the Chugoku region, with major hubs at Shin-Osaka, Osaka, Kyoto, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, and Hakata for through services. JR West operates the Sanyo Shinkansen between Shin-Osaka and Hakata, the Hokuriku Shinkansen western section between Itoigawa and Tsuruga, plus Limited Express, rapid, local, and urban commuter trains. Rail Monsters supports online booking for selected JR West train tickets, with schedules and ticket details shown during the search process.
Types of Trains Operated by JR West
JR West operates several passenger train types in Japan. Below are the main JR West-operated trains:
JR West network
The JR West network covers western Japan, centered on the Kansai metropolitan area and extending across Hokuriku, Chugoku, and western Honshu. Main corridors include the Sanyo Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka to Hakata, the Hokuriku Shinkansen western section from Itoigawa to Tsuruga, the JR Kyoto Line, JR Kobe Line, Osaka Loop Line, and regional lines through Okayama, Hiroshima, Tottori, Shimane, and Yamaguchi. Major hub stations include Shin-Osaka, Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Himeji, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Tsuruga, and Hakata for Sanyo Shinkansen operations. Train categories include Shinkansen, Limited Express, Special Rapid, rapid, local, and urban commuter services.
Practical Information for JR West travelers
Practical Luggage Guidelines for Hikari Travelers
Hikari luggage rules may vary by operator, route, or ticket type. On Tokaido and Sanyo Shinkansen services, very large luggage may require a reserved oversized baggage area seat on applicable routes. Check current JR West rules before travel.
Why Book JR West Tickets with Rail Monsters?
Rail Monsters lets travelers search selected JR West routes, compare schedules, and book train tickets online for trips in Japan. Ticket details, payment steps, and booking confirmation are provided during checkout, and support is available for selected JR West bookings when help is needed before travel.
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Book JR West routes online
Travelers can use Rail Monsters to search selected JR West departures, compare schedules, review fare options, and choose available seats where seat selection is offered. Popular booking corridors include Shin-Osaka to Hiroshima and Hakata on the Sanyo Shinkansen, Kanazawa to Tsuruga on the Hokuriku Shinkansen western section, and Osaka or Kyoto to Wakayama on Limited Express Kuroshio trains. Before payment, check the selected train type, station names, fare conditions, and seat reservation details for the chosen JR West route.
JR West Train Tickets with Rail Monsters
Rail Monsters allows travelers to book selected JR West train tickets online for routes in Japan. During checkout, available payment methods are displayed before purchase, and booking confirmation is sent after the order is processed. Ticket delivery format, seat reservation details, and station collection or boarding instructions may vary depending on the JR West train type, route, and fare selected. Review the departure, passenger details, and fare rules before completing payment with Rail Monsters.
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