Do you know about the Hankyu 1day pass?
Hankyu Railway is a private railway company in the Kansai region connecting Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Hankyu 1day pass is a digital ticket that allows you to freely ride on and off Hankyu Railway (excluding Kobe Kosoku Line) for any one day during the validity period using your own smartphone.
・Panning to go sightseeing around Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe
・Want a smooth experience during getting on and off the train to save time and energy
・Looking for a train ticket pass that is convenient for traveling
If any one of the above applies to you, do not miss the rest of this article!
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Major sightseeing areas that Hankyu 1day pass can be used
＜Osaka Umeda, Osaka Northern area＞
＜Kobe Sannomiya, Mt. Rokko area＞
The advantages of using the Hankyu 1day pass
1）Just need a smartphone to buy and use!
Major sightseeing areas that Hankyu 1day pass can be used
The following will introduce you to some of the famous attractions that you can go by Hankyu 1day pass.
＜Kyoto Arashiyama～Bamboo Grove and Eat while Walking～＞
The beautiful Arashiyama area is a must-see spot for first-time visitors to Kyoto. The area has not only the famous bamboo grove and Togetsu Bridge, but also temples and shrines such as Tenryuji Temple and Nomiya Shrine. With the serene nature around, you can enjoy eating while walking. All of these can be explored on foot from Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu Arashiyama Line.
＜Shijo Kawaramachi～World Heritage Sites and Attractions～＞
The main street of Kyoto City is Shijo-Kawaramachi area, which is directly connected to the Hankyu Railway. From Kyoto-kawaramachi Station, you can walk to major tourist attractions such as Gion, Yasaka Shrine, Kodaiji Temple, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Besides, there are bus stations that go around Kyoto City, which makes it more convenient to Nijo-jo Castle and Heian-jingu Shrine from Hankyu Railway Kyoto-kawaramachi station.
＜Kyoto Nishiyama～Less know but more fun～＞
Nishiyama area is an undiscovered sightseeing spot in Kyoto. You can enjoy hydrangea and autumn foliage at Yanagidani Kannon (Yokoku-ji Temple) that is famous for Hana-chozu (flower in water). Also, there is a magnificent and quiet bamboo grove park that makes you forget the bustle of the busy city and Suntory Yamazaki Distillery to learn about alcohol, all of which are easily accessible by the Hankyu Railway.
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Kyoto Nishiyama｜An undiscovered sightseeing spot in Kyoto!
＜Osaka Umeda, Osaka Northern area～Shopping, Food, Nature～＞
The Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station area is home to the Umeda Sky Building and HEP FIVE Ferris wheel, which are popular for sightseeing, as well as all kinds of restaurants and shopping facilities. In addition, “Minoh Waterfall (Minoh Otaki)” and “Cupnoodles Museum Osaka-Ikeda” located in the suburbs are easy to go by Hankyu Takarazuka Line.
＜Kobe Sannomiya, Mt. Rokko area～Ocean, Mountain and Art～＞
Kobe is about 30 minutes from Osaka-umeda by Hankyu Railway. Kobe Sannomiya, located between the ocean and mountains, is characterized by its modern streets with an exotic atmosphere. If you want to find somewhere dotted with art spots and activities, it is recommended to go to Mt. Rokko by bus and cable from Hankyu Railway Rokko Station.
By the way, have you heard of the “Kyo-Train Garaku,” which is very popular among tourists?
It is a sightseeing train with Japanese-style interior, and runs between Hankyu Osaka-umeda Station and Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi Station only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. With Hankyu 1day pass, you can ride freely (no reservation required).
▼More details about Kyo-Train Garaku▼
Kyo-Train Garaku | Feel Kyoto, From the Moment You Step On Board ― Specially Designed Train
The advantages of using the Hankyu 1day pass
1）Just need a smartphone to buy and use!
■Possible to purchase anywhere and anytime
You can purchase the pass before your trip, at the airport or train terminal, or after checking in to your hotel, etc., namely anytime and anywhere with a smartphone. Once the pass is activated, you will have unlimited rides for the entire day. There is no need to go to tourist information centers or ticket vending machines to redeem the pass, which is time and energy-saving!
■Just need to touch the ticket gate with a smartphone!
To enter or exit the ticket gate, simply display the QR code on your smartphone and touch it to the dedicated machine at the ticket gate! Since it is an e-ticket, there is no need to worry about losing your ticket.
*QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.
2）1,300 yen to get unlimited rides for one day!
Hankyu 1day pass is very convenient and economical for travelers who want to visit multiple famous sightseeing spots in Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe in one day, saving both time and money.
About Hankyu 1day pass
| Name | Hankyu 1day pass |
| Available Routes | Hankyu Railway |
| Sightseeing area that can go by bus | Kyoto Kawaramachi, Arashiyama, Kyoto Nishiyama, Osaka Umeda, Minoh, Ikeda, Kobe Sannomiya, Rokko, etc. |
| Price (Adult) | 1,300 JPY |
| Place to buy | Official website only |
| Sales period | June 17, 2024 (Mon) – March 31, 2025 (Mon) |
| Validity period | Any one day within three months of the purchase date between June 17, 2024 and March 31, 2025
*If purchased after January 2, 2025, the expiration date will be March 31, 2025. |
| Redemption for PASS | No need |
How to purchase Hankyu 1day pass
The Hankyu 1day pass can be purchased via credit card on the SuruttoQRtto website.
SuruttoQRtto is a service website that allows customers to purchase tickets for trains, buses, and tourist facilities with their smartphones and use them with an e-ticket (QR code).
Hankyu 1day pass is recommended for anyone who wants to visit Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe in a day. Enjoy! OSAKA KYOTO KOBE will continue to provide useful information for visitors, such as recommended sightseeing spots and gourmet food information in Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe that can go with the Hankyu 1day pass. We hope you will make full use of this site and enjoy your trip to the fullest!
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