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Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/4 22:13
Hello,
I havenft been to Japan for a few years and I use to by Jr pass, but now itfs no longer around.
This time Ifll bring a family of 4 to this trip.

Ifm planning to go from Tokyo to Kyoto, then Kyoto to Nagoya. Finally Nagoya to Tokyo. Planning to have one day trips in Nagoya and Kyoto.
I found a site called klook. It looks a bit cheaper than what google map is giving me.

Would anyone have any experience with klook on Shinkansen? Or if you have any discount ideas?

If not, I was thinking of buying the ticket from the JR machine when I arrive.

Thank you in advance!
by Ben (guest)  

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 05:48
The basics about buying shinkansen tickets is explained below. I recommend to limit yourself to official JR channels unless you really need your ticket before coming to Japan and can't get them through the JR sites: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2018.html#ticket

And basics about using trains in general:
https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2016.html
by Uji rate this post as useful

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 06:03
I'm not sure what you mean by the pass not being around. The full JR Rail Pass?
It's still around, but with their current prices, it's pretty much a waste of money for nearly everyone.
by Ken (guest) rate this post as useful

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 06:40
Klook or ticket machine is fine. Pick whichever.

Klook doesn't offer every train available.
by H (guest) rate this post as useful

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 07:40
Advance purchase tickets via SmartEx website offers a saving.
I see no reason to use a third-party (like Klook) for tickets - I doubt you get the same protections and ability to fix things when you need changes or when things go wrong. Use the official JR options, either online for booking or in person for tickets.
by JapanCustomTours rate this post as useful

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 12:50
Also, most third-party sites, like Klook, charge at least 10% additional.
by Uji rate this post as useful

Re: Shinkansen prices from Tokyo to Kyoto 2024/4/5 18:06
Thank you all for the tips. I will stick with booking on jr machine when I arrive.
by Ben (guest) rate this post as useful

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