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Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass

Keihan trains between Osaka and Kyoto, including Fushimi Inari, Uji and Iwashimizu-Hachimangu, for one day or 24 hours

Aerial view of Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Aerial view of Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
How it works
Validity1 dayConsecutive days
SeatsNo seat reservations
CoversRail, Ropeway
Where it's valid
Cities and townsOsaka, Kyoto, Uji, Hirakata
Issued by

京阪電鉄

Links
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Adults from¥1,650Price checked 2026/09/28

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Fares

TicketAdult
1 day¥1,650
24 hours, digital only¥1,850

Only adult prices are published. The 24-hour pass is sold as a digital ticket only.

What's covered

Covered
  • The Keihan Main Line between Yodoyabashi in Osaka and Demachiyanagi in Kyoto, via Kyobashi, Hirakatashi, Fushimi-Inari, Kiyomizu-gojo, Gion-shijo and Sanjo
  • The Uji Line to Uji and the Katano Line to Kisaichi
  • The Iwashimizu-hachimangu-sando cable car
  • Discounts, services and gifts at places that accept the pass's coupons
Not covered
  • The Keihan Otsu Line, which has its own Otsu Sightseeing Pass
  • Osaka Metro, the Eizan Railway and Hirakata Park, which need one of the other versions of the pass
  • JR lines and other railways

How to use it

The 1-day pass is valid for one day; start using it after 3:00 on the day of use. The 24-hour pass runs for 24 hours from the time you choose to start it.

With a digital ticket, scan the QR code at a QR-enabled automatic ticket gate. For the coupons, scan the QR code on the front of the pass to see where they apply, then show the pass there. Your name is not printed on the pass, but only one person can use it.

Before you buy

Keihan sells it as one of its passes for visitors to Japan, all year. The digital tickets are sold on Keihan's official site, trip.KANSAI, and the 24-hour pass comes only as a digital ticket. There are no refunds.

Keihan also sells versions of the pass for one day with extras: with Osaka Metro and Osaka City Bus (¥2,160), with the Eizan Railway to Kurama and Kibune (¥2,100), and with admission to Hirakata Park (¥2,200, children ¥1,250). The Kyoto Sightseeing Pass covers the Kyoto end only, from Demachiyanagi to Iwashimizu-hachimangu, for ¥1,100 (1 day) or ¥1,300 (24 hours).

Questions

Does the Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass go to Fushimi Inari and Uji?

Yes. Fushimi-Inari is on the Keihan Main Line, and the Uji Line to Uji is covered.

Does it cover Osaka Metro?

No. For Osaka Metro and Osaka City Bus you need the Kyoto-Osaka Sightseeing Pass 1day (Osaka Metro), at ¥2,160.

Can I go to Lake Biwa or Otsu with it?

No. The Keihan Otsu Line is not included; the Otsu Sightseeing Pass covers it.

What is the difference between the 1-day and 24-hour pass?

The 1-day pass is valid for one day from 3:00. The 24-hour pass runs for 24 hours from when you start it, and is sold as a digital ticket only.

Is there a child price?

Keihan publishes only adult prices for this pass.

Can I get a refund?

No. Keihan does not refund the pass.

At Hey Japan!, we strive to keep the passes listed on our website as current as possible. However, operators may alter fares, coverage, or conditions without prior notice. Check official websites before buying.

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