Kyoto Station is less chaotic than Tokyo’s stations, but don’t be fooled, it’s still super busy, especially during peak times.

The station itself is massive, so give yourself plenty of time to find your way around.

It’s not just a transport hub either; it’s packed with restaurants, shops, and even a rooftop garden!

If you’re hungry, the Isetan department store has amazing food options in the basement.

Also, keep an eye out for signs directing you to the Shinkansen tracks, they can be tricky to spot.

Trust me, once you get the hang of it, Kyoto Station is pretty easy to use!

It also has connections to various railway lines like JR West, JR Central, Kintetsu Railway, and Kyoto Municipal Subway.

Kyoto Station sees a whopping 255 million passengers pass through it annually.