About This Tour
Ride the Shinkansen, Japan's famous bullet train, to Kyoto and experience the ancient capital's 1,200 years of rich history. Recommended for those who do not have much time but still want to see Kyoto. This bus tour includes round-trip Shinkansen transportation, afternoon sightseeing tour of Kyoto with a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, and lunch. The meeting location for this tour is at Tourist Information Center Tokyo near Tokyo Station. This tour promotes Environment(Eco)-friendly efforts and Cross-cultural Understanding as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals.
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Location of Tokyo City i
Location of Tokyo City i
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Meeting Point
Please meet at Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit "Tokyo City i", Tourist & Business Information on the 1st basement floor of the KITTE building by 9:20 a.m. The meeting location is on the 1st basement floor, please be careful not to confuse this with the 1st floor
Special Instructions
• Tokyo City i: B1 KITTE JP Tower, Open Hours: 9:00AM - 7:00PM You can refer to below link for specific directions: https://en.tokyocity-i.jp/about/access/ • If you have arrived at the pickup location but have trouble finding the meeting point, you can call the local operator JTB Sunrise Tours on +81 3 5796 5454 (Operated between 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Japan time) for assistance. • In case bookings have been made separately, you may be assigned to be on separate tour buses. •It will not be possible to bring large luggage whose total height, width, and length exceeds 160 cm onto Shinkansen. If bringing large luggage, please make use of a delivery service on your own.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
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Common questions about From Tokyo 1-Day Kyoto English-guided Tour by Bullet Train
Who operates this experience?
This experience is operated by JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc., a local cultural provider in Tokyo.
What's included?
This tour includes Lunch [2025] To request vegetarian meals, indicate in "Special requirements" when booking. No same-day changes allowed. [2026] Lunch will be updated to a vegetarian-friendly Western-style set menu., National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, and Round-trip bullet train fare between Tokyo and Kyoto. Additional amenities and services are included. All inclusions are provided by the tour operator.
How long is this tour?
The experience lasts approximately 12 hours, giving you time to fully enjoy your chosen activity.
Can I cancel this tour?
Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time for a full refund.
What should I bring?
We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a camera, and weather-appropriate clothing. All necessary equipment is provided.
Is this tour worth it?
Yes, this experience has a 4.0-star rating based on 376+ reviews, making it a highly rated option in Tokyo.
What to expect on this tour?
This cultural experience lasts approximately 12 hours and includes all necessary equipment and guidance. You'll have access to Lunch [2025] To request vegetarian meals, indicate in "Special requirements" when booking. No same-day changes allowed. [2026] Lunch will be updated to a vegetarian-friendly Western-style set menu. and more.
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