Kyoto University, Kyoto
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Facts and practical information
Kyoto University, or KyotoU, is a public research university located in Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1897, it is one of the former Imperial Universities and the second oldest university in Japan. KyotoU is consistently ranked amongst the top two in Japan, the top ten in Asia, and the world's top fifty institutions of higher education. ()
Day trips
Kyoto University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Ginkaku-ji, Philosopher's Walk, Shimogamo Shrine, National Museum of Modern Art.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Kyoto University?
Nearby attractions include Kyoto University Museum, Kyoto (1 min walk), Yoshida Shrine, Kyoto (10 min walk), Kitamura Museum, Kyoto (14 min walk), Honzen-ji, Kyoto (16 min walk).
How to get to Kyoto University by public transport?
The nearest stations to Kyoto University:
Bus
Train
Metro
Bus
- Campus-kit (2 min walk)
- Hyakumanben • Lines: 102, 17, 18, 201, 206, 3, 51, Mn17 (2 min walk)
Train
- Demachiyanagi (11 min walk)
- Mototanaka (14 min walk)
Metro
- Imadegawa • Lines: K (29 min walk)
- Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae • Lines: T (33 min walk)