Going sightseeing in Kyoto? Traveling from Osaka? Take the Kyoto Flat Rate bus tour! Pay once & there’s no need to transfer! (PR)

Maido! Osaka Bob here!
Quick question—have you ever been confused about how to get somewhere in Japan?
Trains, buses, and taxis are different, depending on which country you’re in. And I’ve heard that a lot of people have trouble when they get to Japan. I’ve heard travelers say things like, “I don’t know how to ride the train” or “Which bus should I get on?” And to be perfectly honest, I didn’t know which trains to get on, and I did have a few problems at the station when I first came to Japan.

If you find this kind of thing stressful, you probably don’t want to have to deal with it on your trip. And so, I have a service I would to recommend that can take you from Osaka to Kyoto’s sightseeing spots.

The trouble with travel— Making a mistake could ruin your plans

Kansai is a great area for sightseeing! Kyoto and Nara are both full of history, with lots of incredible historic architecture. Kobe on the other hand, has a more modern atmosphere and a stylish port. And Osaka is right in the middle, which makes the city an ideal location for travelers to base their trips and visit the many parts of Kansai.

However, getting around can be hard for travelers sometimes.
Most people rely on the trains. But this can be challenging because, for example in Kyoto, even if you make it to JR Kyoto Station on the train, you’ll need to change to the subway or use the buses to get to most tourist destinations in the city.

And if you get on the wrong bus or miss your stop… It can take away the fun of travel.

Also, GRAB and Uber, which are popular overseas, cannot really be used in Japan.

Although it seems easy, some people have trouble getting around when they travel from Osaka to Kyoto for sightseeing.
So, if you want to get to Kinkakuji’s Golden Pavilion without transferring to a new form of transportation, or if you want to visit Kiyomizudera without making a mistake, why not use the Kyoto Flat Rate bus service? Kyoto Flat Rate is a tour that takes you to whichever tourist destinations you choose at the time of booking.

Stress-free travel to popular destinations in Kyoto by bus!

Now I’d like to explain how to use Kyoto Flat Rate.
First of all, there is a list of famous places that you can visit.

Arashiyama area
Kiyomizudera Temple
Nijō Castle
Kinkakuji temple
Tōji temple
Gion Shirakawa / Hanami Koji Street area
Sanjūsangen-dō
Ginkakuji Temple
Fushimi-Inari Taisha

Kiyomizudera Temple, Nijō Castle, Tōji, Kinkakuji, and Ginkakuji are extremely popular sightseeing destinations and are also registered World Cultural Heritage Sites! Arashiyama and Gion Shirakawa are both sightseeing destinations in Kyoto with very long histories. And both Sanjūsangen-dō and Fushimi Inari are well-loved by modern tourists.
When you book Kyoto Flat Rate, you can choose three off the list when you make your reservation. The bus will take you right to your selected sightseeing spots on the day of your trip. Recently, Kyoto has had a huge influx of tourists so it is difficult to secure a taxi. So this is a really helpful service!

Keep in mind, Kyoto Flat Rate doesn’t include a guide. This is because many people prefer to go around on their own while they’re seeing the sights.
Of course, some people may like the additional information provided by a guide. However, without one you have the freedom to spend your time as you please until the bus departure time. Enjoy the wonderful scenery at these famous places and search for souvenirs.
In addition, Kyoto is well-seasoned tourist destination, and they have plenty of signs in multiple languages to help you along your way. So you can absolutely enjoy it without needing a guide!

Kyoto Flat Rate fares and how to make a reservation

Kyoto Flat Rate is a tour that allows you to travel on a bus for a fixed rate. The fee is 80,000 yen (tax included).
This fee includes chartering the bus, the drivers, parking fees, gasoline, and expressway tolls. However, please keep in mind that this does not include admission fees to the sightseeing facilities or any meals you may eat during your trip.
Additionally, the bus can carry up to 12 passengers.

Reservations can be made from the Explorer Tours site, which is so easy to use!
On the website, look for the “Kyoto Flat Rate” option. Click on it and the site will take you to the calendar page. Dates marked with ○ are available for reservations, so look for the date you want to book and proceed to the reservation screen.
On the next screen, you’ll need to enter the number of people in the reservation, the name you’re booking under, an e-mail address, and a cell phone number where you can be reached. Pretty easy, right?
Before you complete your reservation, please read about the cancellation fee and other details!

▶ Read more on the official Kyoto Flat Rate website
https://exp-tours.com/kyoto/flat/

EXPLORER TOURS also offers guided tours and shuttle service for Kansai International Airport

Kyoto was the imperial capital of Japan for more than 1000 years and is a celebrated tourist destination for its present and its past.

When you visit Kyoto, you’re sure to encounter beautiful scenery!
Your start and end point will be Osaka, a city known for having some of the best food culture in Japan.

Osaka offers so much delicious food like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, kushikatsu, and udon. Plus it’s all reasonably priced. The amazing Osaka food will replenish your energy after a nice tour!

Finally, EXPLORER TOURS, which runs Kyoto Flat Rate, also offers guided tours that depart from Osaka and visit Kyoto and Nara. They also run private shuttles with service between Kansai International Airport and Osaka City.

If you want to enjoy your journey and cast your transportation troubles away, why not use Kyoto Flat Rate?

▶ Click here for the official Kyoto Flat Rate website
https://exp-tours.com/