TransportTravel note
City buses can be slower than walking
Kyoto Station bus terminal, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture
Published Oct 10, 2026 · RegretMap travel note
The situation
Kyoto's buses get very crowded around major sights, and full buses sometimes pass stops. Trains and subways are often quicker.
The lesson
Use trains where possible and group sights by area.
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