2 days Kyoto with Arashiyama Itinerary from Osaka | Japan

2 days Kyoto Itinerary from Osaka

This 2 day Kyoto itinerary leaves Osaka at 5:00 AM to arrive in Arashiyama Bamboo Grove by 7:00 AM, stay overnight in Kyoto and return to Osaka the following day by 5pm. This also considers the check in and check out time for your hotel, the travel time between tourist spots and the trains and bus rides to take.

Must see Kyoto tourist spots such as Kinkaku-ji and Ginkaku-ji (Golden and Silver Pavilion), Eikando Zenrin-ji Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nanzen-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, Philosopher’s Walk, Pontocho Alley, Sagano Scenic Railway, Tenryuji Temple, Togetsu Bridge and others destinations to be considered.

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Travelling today or planning for a 2 day itinerary from Osaka to Kyoto? Learn more about Kyoto Tourist Spots, bus and train routes, and a custom made route map. This 2 day itinerary is designed especially of 2 or 3 days Kansai Thru Pass users.

For this itinerary, it is best to leave your item in a coin locker once you arrive in Kyoto rather than proceeding to the hotel but if your hotel is near the train station, you can leave the baggage at the hotel and just check in after 2 or 3pm. If coming places other than Osaka, you can consider this overnight Kyoto Itinerary from Tokyo.

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Day 1 Kyoto Itinerary

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TimeTourist SpotDescriptionDurationTrain/Bus Line
5:00 AMDepart from Osaka NambaCatch the earliest train to Arashiyama.1.5 hoursFrom Osaka Namba, ride the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line subway to Osaka / Umeda Station, then take the Hankyu Kyoto Line (Local, Semi or Limited Express) to Katsura Station then transfer to the Hankyu Arashiyama Line to Arashiyama Station.
All these trains are covered by the Kansai Thru Pass.
7:00 AMTogetsukyo BridgeEnjoy the scenic bridge and river views.15 minsFrom Hankyu Arashiyama Line, cross the the Togetsukyo Bridge. You can also ride the boat to enjoy the river.
7:30 AMTenryu-ji TempleAdmire one of the World Heritage Sites and gardens of the Tenryu Ji Temple.1.5 hoursContinue Walking towards the Ternyu Ji Temple
8:30 AM2 hourWalk to Tenryuji Temple, or take Kyoto City Bus 11 to Arashiyama Tenryuji-mae
09:30Arashiyama Bamboo GroveWalk through the serene bamboo forest.30 minsWalk to Togetsukyo Bridge
10:00Sagano Scenic RailwayTake a relaxing train journey through the picturesque scenery.1.5 hoursWalk to Sagano Scenic Railway Torokko Arashiyama Station
11:30Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)Visit the stunning golden temple.1.5 hoursTake Kyoto City Bus 11 to Kinkakuji-michi
13:30Fushimi Inari TaishaExplore the famous shrine and hiking trails.2 hours
15:30Check-in to HotelHead to your accommodation in Kyoto and check-in.––
17:30GionExperience a traditional cultural show.1 hourWalk to Gion Corner
18:00Pontocho AlleyEnjoy the atmospheric narrow alley with traditional restaurants and bars.2 hoursWalk to Pontocho Alley
20:00Return to AccommodationHead back to your accommodation in Kyoto.––
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Day 2 Kyoto Itinerary

TimeTourist SpotDescriptionDurationTrain/Bus Line
06:00Depart from AccommodationHead to Kiyomizu-dera Temple.––
07:00Kiyomizu-dera TempleVisit the iconic wooden temple and enjoy the view.2 hoursTake Kyoto City Bus 207 to Kiyomizu-michi
09:00Philosopher’s WalkTake a leisurely stroll along the canal.1.5 hoursWalk to the starting point of the Philosopher’s Walk
10:30Nanzen-ji TempleExplore the picturesque temple and gardens.1.5 hoursWalk to Nanzen-ji Temple
12:00Eikando Zenrin-ji TempleAdmire the beautiful autumn foliage (if in season).1 hourWalk to Eikando-michi bus stop
13:00Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)Visit the elegant silver temple and its gardens.1.5 hoursTake Kyoto City Bus 5 to Ginkakuji-michi
14:30Nijo CastleExplore the historical castle and gardens.1.5 hoursTake Kyoto City Bus 5 to Nijojo-mae
16:00Return to AccommodationHead back to your accommodation in Kyoto.––
17:00Head to Kyoto StationPrepare to depart for Osaka.––
18:00Depart from Kyoto StationCatch a train back to Osaka Namba.––
19:00Arrive in Osaka NambaEnd of the itinerary.––
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Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Esaka to Nakamozu (Osaka Subway) Route

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Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Nakamozu (Osaka Subway) to Esaka Route

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You can also check the full list of Tourist Spots along Osaka Metro Midosuji Line here.

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Map

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Esaka to Nakamozu (Osaka Subway) Map


Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Map

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Station List

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Station List: Esaka – Higashi-Mikuni – Shin-Osaka – Nishinakajima-Minamigata – Nakatsu (Osaka Metro) – Umeda (Osaka Metro) – Yodoyabashi – Hommachi – Shinsaibashi – Namba (Osaka Metro) – Daikokucho – Dobutsuen-Mae – Tennoji – Showacho – Nishitanabe – Nagai (Osaka Metro) – Abiko – Kitahanada – Shinkanaoka – Nakamozu (Osaka Subway)

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Details

Line Name:Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Operator:Osaka Metro
Line Color (Hex):#E5171F Red
# of Stations:20
Origin:Esaka
Destination:Nakamozu (Osaka Subway)
Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Details

Osaka Metro Midosuji Line from Esaka to Nakamozu (Osaka Subway) passes along the following terminals: Osaka City Air Terminal (OCAT) and Osaka Umeda

The Osaka Metro Midosuji Line also connects with around 16 lines operated by JR Central, JR West, Keihan Electric Railway, Kita-Osaka Kyuko Railway and Osaka Metro

OperatorLines and Transfer Stations
JR CentralJR Tokaido Shinkansen [Shin-Osaka]
JR WestJR Hanwa Line [Tennoji]
JR Kansai Main Line Yamatoji Line (Nara-Namba) [Tennoji]
JR Osaka Loop Line [Tennoji]
JR Osaka Loop Renraku Line [Shin-Osaka]
JR Osaka-East Line [Shin-Osaka]
JR Sanyo Shinkansen [Shin-Osaka]
JR Tokaido Main Line (Maibara-Kobe) [Shin-Osaka]
Keihan Electric RailwayKeihan Main Line [Yodoyabashi]
Kita-Osaka Kyuko RailwayKita Osaka Kyuko Line [Esaka]
Osaka MetroOsaka Metro Chuo Line [Hommachi]
Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line [Shinsaibashi]
Osaka Metro Sakaisuji Line [Dobutsuen-Mae]
Osaka Metro Sennichimae Line [Namba (Osaka Metro)]
Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line [Tennoji]
Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line [Daikokucho, Hommachi, Namba (Osaka Metro)]
Osaka Metro Midosuji Line connecting operators, lines and transfer stations

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Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line) to Kyoto-Kawaramachi Route

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Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Kyoto-Kawaramachi to Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line) Route

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You can also check the full list of Tourist Spots along Hankyu Kyoto Main Line here.

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Map

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line) to Kyoto-Kawaramachi Map


Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Map

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Station List

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Station List: Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line) – Juso – Minamikata – Sozenji – Awaji – Kamishinjo – Aikawa – Shojaku – Settsu-Shi – Minami-Ibaraki (Hankyu Line) – Ibaraki-Shi – Sojiji – Tonda – Takatsuki-Shi – Kammaki – Minase – Oyamazaki – Nishiyama-Tennozan – Nagaoka-Tenjin – Nishi-Muko – Higashi-Muko – Rakusaiguchi – Katsura – Nishi-Kyogoku – Saiin – Omiya – Karasuma – Kyoto-Kawaramachi

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Details

Line Name:Hankyu Kyoto Main Line
Operator:Hankyu Corporation
Line Color (Hex):#32CD32 Green
# of Stations:28
Origin:Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line)
Destination:Kyoto-Kawaramachi
Hankyu Kyoto Main Line Details

Hankyu Kyoto Main Line from Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line) to Kyoto-Kawaramachi passes along the following terminals: Osaka Station JR Express Bus Terminal and Osaka Umeda

The Hankyu Kyoto Main Line also connects with around 4 lines operated by Hankyu

OperatorLines and Transfer Stations
HankyuHankyu Arashiyama Line [Katsura]
Hankyu Kobe Main Line [Juso, Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line)]
Hankyu Senri Line [Awaji]
Hankyu Takarazuka Line [Juso, Osaka Umeda (Hankyu Line)]
Hankyu Kyoto Main Line connecting operator, lines and transfer stations

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Hankyu Arashiyama Line Arashiyama (Hankyu Line) to Katsura Route

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Hankyu Arashiyama Line Katsura to Arashiyama (Hankyu Line) Route

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You can also check the full list of Tourist Spots along Hankyu Arashiyama Line here.

Hankyu Arashiyama Line Map

Hankyu Arashiyama Line Arashiyama (Hankyu Line) to Katsura Map


Hankyu Arashiyama Line Map

Hankyu Arashiyama Line Station List

Hankyu Arashiyama Line Station List: Arashiyama (Hankyu Line) – Matsuo-Taisha – Kamikatsura – Katsura

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Tourist Spots along Hankyu Arashiyama Line

The Tourist spots along the Hankyu Arashiyama Line include

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
Katsura Imperial Villa
Koke-dera temple

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