Kyoto City Subway, Bus One-Day Pass

This savvy ticket bundles unlimited rides for one day on all Kyoto City Subway and City Bus lines, as well as on Kyoto Bus, Keihan Bus, and JR Bus routes. Apart from a few excluded sections of the Kyoto, Keihan and JR bus routes, use this pass to get almost anywhere in the Kyoto city limits. Many travelers in the know enjoy using both subway and bus routes with this ticket to get around even the most crowded city spots with ease.

As an added perk, you can now hop on the Tourist Express Bus with this pass as of June 1, 2024 and see city travel staples like Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Gion, and Ginkaku-ji from JR Kyoto Station. This specific bus on runs on weekends and holidays.

With this special pass in hand you can even find a number of coveted discounts at 60 different spots around the city. From discounted admission at sites like temples, shrines, and other culture hubs to discounts on special perks at local eateries, there’s plenty to enjoy once you get where you’re going. Purchase your special pass at Kyoto subway stations, city bus and subway information centers, or even onboard city buses. Just remember that passes do sell out so its best to pick them up in advance for the smoothest travel.