Is Hiroshima closer to Osaka or Kyoto?

Hiroshima is located only 100-120 minutes away from Kyoto and 80-100 minutes away from Osaka by Japan’s well-known Shinkansen, also known as bullet train. However, please note there are Shinkansen you can’t take with Japan Rail Pass such as Nozomi or Mizuho.

How long does it take to get from Kyoto to Hiroshima?

Kyoto and Hiroshima are connected with each other by the JR Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen. Direct Nozomi trains require about 95 minutes to reach Hiroshima from Kyoto. Otherwise, a transfer from a Hikari or Kodama train to a Sakura train is required at Shin-Osaka Station, and the trip will take about two hours.

Can you use JR Pass from Tokyo to Hiroshima?

The one small downside of traveling with a JR pass is that it won’t give you access to the fastest trains. In the case of Tokyo to Hiroshima, it means that you can’t take the direct and fastest Nozomi shinkansen. This means that you don’t have a direct train option.

How much is the bullet train from Tokyo to Hiroshima?

The regular one way fare from Tokyo to Hiroshima is 18,380 yen for a non-reserved seat on any train, around 19,000 yen for a reserved seat on Hikari and Sakura trains and around 19,500 yen for a reserved seat on a Nozomi train.

Is Hiroshima worth seeing?

Being located at more than 200 miles (330 km) from Osaka, it is quite normal to ask yourself if it’s worth the detour. Hiroshima is worth visiting to remember the atrocities of war and learn about the unspeakable impact of an atomic bomb.

Is Nagasaki and Hiroshima still radioactive?

The radiation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki today is on a par with the extremely low levels of background radiation (natural radioactivity) present anywhere on Earth. It has no effect on human bodies. Residual radiation was emitted later. Roughly 80% of all residual radiation was emitted within 24 hours.

Is Hiroshima a day trip from Kyoto?

A day trip to Hiroshima is very easy from Kyoto. A journey on these legendary “bullet trains” cuts the travel time by more than half, taking just over two hours to travel from Kyoto to Hiroshima. There are several Shinkansen lines that make the journey between Kyoto and Hiroshima.

Should I buy Shinkansen tickets in advance?

You must order at least 3 days in advance before the day of travel. I would advise you to book your shinkansen tickets as far in advance as you can, during peak season like Christmas and New Year, cherry blossom season (April) and fall foliage season (November). It gets extremely busy and trains are often fully booked.

Can you do Japan in a week?

To be completely honest, one week in Japan is such a short amount of time to visit this incredibly diverse and interesting country. A week is short, yes, but it’s enough time to give you a taste of the culture, the food, the modern cities and the iconic landscapes that will make you fall in love.

Is Uji worth visiting?

If you’re thinking of a day trip from Kyoto, many cities come to mind, including Nara, the famous city with free-roaming deer. I’ve not been there before. But if you enjoy the delights of tea – be it sencha, hojicha and the works, Uji is definitely worth a visit.

Is Hiroshima safe to visit?

Were we risking our health by visiting Hiroshima? The answer is no. Radiation levels are back to normal in Hiroshima and have been this way ever since the end of 1945. Since the bomb was detonated in the air, most of the radioactive material stayed in the air and did not settle to the ground.

Where are Kyoto and Hiroshima located in Japan?

Tokyo, Kyoto and Hiroshima are all on the main island of Japan (Honshu). Tokyo’s up in the north-east, while Hiroshima is way down south-west and Kyoto is somewhere in the middle (sorta).

How long is the train from Kyoto to Hiroshima?

Kyoto to Hiroshima: Roughly 350km, just under 2 hours by bullet train (if using a JR Pass) Note: Kyoto is just half an hour away from Osaka, meaning you can easily explore Japan’s kitchen as part of your trip!

Which is the best itinerary for Tokyo Kyoto Hiroshima?

When talking about what to see and where to go during your time in Japan, the Tokyo-Kyoto-Hiroshima itinerary comes up as a must-do. The three prefectures are well connected by high-speed rail networks, and with discount passes available, the route can be traveled easily and economically.

Is there a bullet train from Hiroshima to Tokyo?

Hiroshima to Tokyo: Roughly 800km, 4 and a half hours by bullet train (if using a JR Pass) For short-term visitors to Japan, the Japan Rail (JR) Pass is the numero uno cheapo way to travel around the country—and that includes the Tokyo-Kyoto-Hiroshima itinerary.