Tokaido Shinkansen, Kyoto

Name: Tokaido Shinkansen
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#217 among attractions in Kyoto

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The Tokaido Shinkansen is a Japanese high-speed rail line that is part of the nationwide Shinkansen network. Along with the Sanyo Shinkansen, it forms a continuous high-speed railway through the Taiheiyō Belt, also known as the Tokaido corridor. Opened in 1964, running between Tokyo and Shin-Ōsaka, it is Japan's first high-speed rail line. Along with being the world's oldest high-speed rail line, it is also one of the most heavily used. Since 1987 it has been operated by the Central Japan Railway Company, prior to that by Japanese National Railways. ()

Local name: 東海道新幹線 Opened: 1 October 1964 (60 years ago)Coordinates: 34°59'5"N, 135°45'32"E

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Tokaido Shinkansen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kyoto National Museum, Tō-ji, Kyoto Railway Museum, Tōfuku-ji.

0.9 miNE
Japanese art and culture since 1897
Kyoto National Museum, Kyoto
23 min walk • The Kyoto National Museum, nestled in the heart of the culturally rich city of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a testament to the nation's artistic and historical heritage. Established in 1897, this esteemed institution is one of the oldest and most prestigious museums in...
0.7 miSW
Famed Buddhist temple with a tall pagoda
Tō-ji, Kyoto
18 min walk • Tō-ji Temple, a beacon of spiritual serenity, stands proudly in the southern part of Kyoto, Japan. This historic temple, also known as Kyō-ō-gokoku-ji, meaning "The Temple for the Defense of the Nation by Means of the King of Doctrines," is a testament to the city's...
1 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
Kyoto Railway Museum, Kyoto
25 min walk • The Kyoto Railway Museum is a testament to Japan's rich railway history and a must-visit for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Opened in April 2016, this comprehensive museum is situated in the heart of Kyoto, a city renowned for its blend of traditional...
1 miSE
Scenic 13th-century Buddhist temple
Tōfuku-ji, Kyoto
26 min walk • Tōfuku-ji, a Zen Buddhist temple, stands as a beacon of tranquility and historical significance in the culturally-rich city of Kyoto, Japan. Founded in 1236 during the Kamakura period, this temple is particularly renowned for its spectacular autumn foliage and the...
0.8 miE
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Historical place
Sanjūsangen-dō, Kyoto
20 min walk • Sanjūsangen-dō, a revered temple situated in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, is a testament to the city's rich cultural and spiritual history. Established in 1164 and rebuilt in the 13th century after a fire, this temple is renowned for its impressive collection of...
0.5 miN
Park, Garden, Temple
Shosei-en Garden, Kyoto
13 min walk • Shosei-en Garden is a serene oasis nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, offering a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This historical garden, also known as Kikoku-tei, is a designated cultural asset and has been a cherished part of Kyoto's cultural heritage...
~1090 ftN
Observation deck with touch-screen guide
Kyoto Tower, Kyoto
6 min walk • Kyoto Tower stands as a beacon in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, offering a modern contrast to the city's ancient temples and shrines. This unmistakable landmark, which opened in 1964, is the tallest structure in the city at 131 meters.
0.5 miN
Buddhist temple with whimsical fountains
Higashi Hongan-ji, Kyoto
12 min walk • Higashi Hongan-ji, or, ″the Eastern Monastery of the Original Vow″, is one of two dominant sub-sects of Shin Buddhism in Japan and abroad, the other being Nishi Honganji.
0.7 miNW
Temple
Hongan-ji, Kyoto
17 min walk • Hongan-ji, also archaically romanized as Hongwanji, is the collective name of the largest school of Jōdo Shinshū Buddhism. 'Hongan-ji' may also refer to any one of several actual temple buildings associated with the sect.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Ryūkoku Museum, Kyoto
16 min walk • The Ryūkoku Museum is a museum of Buddhist art and history in Kyōto, Japan. Conceived as part of the 370th anniversary celebrations of the foundation of what is now Ryūkoku University, it opened facing Nishi Hongan-ji in 2011.
0.7 miNW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Nishi Hongan-ji, Kyoto
17 min walk • Nishi Hongan-ji is a Jōdo Shinshū Buddhist temple in the Shimogyō ward of Kyoto, Japan. It serves as the head temple of the sub-sect Honganji-ha.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tokaido Shinkansen?

Nearby attractions include Kyoto Tower, Kyoto (6 min walk), Higashi Hongan-ji, Kyoto (12 min walk), Shosei-en Garden, Kyoto (13 min walk), Taimatsuden Inari Shrine, Kyoto (14 min walk).

How to get to Tokaido Shinkansen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tokaido Shinkansen:

Train

Kyoto (1 min walk)
Kintetsu Kyoto (4 min walk)

Bus

京都駅八条口ホテル京阪前 (3 min walk)
京都駅八条口 • Lines: 105, 301, 305, 6A, 千葉京都線, 特81 (3 min walk)

Metro

Kyōto • Lines: K (4 min walk)
Kujo • Lines: K (10 min walk)