When exploring Kansai, making the most of trains and buses is key to traveling efficiently.
The region’s railway network connects all major cities, but paying for every ride can quickly add up.
That’s where 1-day passes come in handy — unlimited rides for a day, often with bonus perks.
Below, we’ve rounded up the best and most convenient 1-day passes for Osaka, Hyogo, and Kyoto.
All information (fares, coverage, validity) is current as of October 25, 2025. Please check the official websites before your trip for the latest details.
■ Osaka Area
1. Osaka Metro & City Bus “Enjoy Eco Card”
- Price: Adults ¥820 (¥620 on weekends/holidays) / Children ¥310
- Valid For: All Osaka Metro lines + Osaka City Buses
- Highlights:
- Unlimited rides throughout Osaka City for one full day
- Easy access to top attractions such as Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, and Tsutenkaku Tower
- Discounts at partner facilities
→ Discount List
- Recommended Route:
Osaka Castle Park → Shinsaibashi → Dotonbori → Tsutenkaku → Umeda Sky Building
2. Osaka Amazing Pass
- Price: 1-day ¥3,500 / 2-day ¥5,000
- Valid For: Osaka Metro, select private railways, and buses
- Highlights:
- Unlimited rides plus free entry to around 40 tourist attractions
- One of the most popular passes among international visitors
- Requires a dedicated app (available in English, Chinese, and Korean)
- Recommended Use:
Perfect for travelers planning to visit multiple spots such as Dotonbori River Cruise, Tsutenkaku Tower, and Osaka Castle.
■ Kyoto Area
1. Kyoto City Subway & Bus 1-Day Pass
- Price: Adults ¥1,100 / Children ¥550
- Valid For: All Kyoto City subway and bus lines, plus parts of Kyoto Bus, Keihan Bus, and JR West Bus
- Highlights:
- Covers nearly all major attractions — Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, etc.
- Especially useful for bus travel around the city
- Includes multilingual maps (English, Chinese, Korean)
- Recommended Route:
Kyoto Station → Kiyomizu-dera → Gion → Kinkaku-ji → Arashiyama
2. Subway + Randen + City Bus 1-Day Pass
(Available until March 31, 2026)
- Price: Adults ¥1,400
- Valid For: Kyoto City Subway + City Bus + Randen (Keifuku Electric Railway)
- Highlights:
- Includes access to Arashiyama via Randen
- Combine subway and tram for smooth, efficient travel
- Ideal for avoiding crowded bus routes
- Recommended Route:
Kyoto Station → Nijo Castle → Toei Kyoto Studio Park → Arashiyama → Nishiki Market
■ Hyogo Area
1. Kobe Machi-Meguri 1-Day Coupon
- Price: Adults ¥1,000 (Standard)
- Coverage:
- Standard: All Kobe Municipal Subway + Port Liner + Kobe City Bus (designated routes)
- Extended Versions: Include sections of Kobe Electric Railway, Hokushin Line, Hankyu, and Hanshin lines
- Hankyu Extended: ¥1,800
- Hanshin Extended: ¥1,650
- Kintetsu Extended (from Osaka): ¥2,200
- Kintetsu Extended (from Nara): ¥2,600
- Highlights:
- Explore Kobe’s iconic spots in one day
- The standard version is perfect for city sightseeing (Nankinmachi, Kitano, Harborland, etc.)
- Extended versions reach areas like Arima Onsen
- Includes discounts and perks at about 70 attractions and restaurants
- Recommended Route:
- Standard: Sannomiya → Kitano Ijinkan → Nankinmachi → Meriken Park → Harborland
- Extended: Sannomiya → Kitano → Arima Onsen → Kobe Port night view spots
Available at: Subway stations, Port Liner stations, and tourist information centers.
2. Kobe 1-Day Loop Bus Ticket
- Price:
- 1-day: Adults ¥800 / Children ¥400
- 2-day: Adults ¥1,200 / Children ¥600
- Valid For: Entire City Loop Bus route (around 15 stops)
- Highlights:
- Convenient hop-on, hop-off service around Kobe’s main attractions
- Covers Kitano Ijinkan, Nankinmachi, Harborland, and Meriken Park
- Multilingual audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
- Set Ticket with Port Tower Admission: ¥1,700 (Adults) / ¥750 (Children) — great value
- Recommended Route:
Morning: Kitano Ijinkan → Former Foreign Settlement → Nankinmachi
Afternoon: Kobe Port Tower → Meriken Park → Harborland
Available at: Major hotels, tourist centers, City Loop buses, and online (official site).
■ Passes Covering Multiple Areas (for Foreign Visitors)
1. Kansai One Pass (ICOCA-based IC Card)
- Price: ¥500 deposit (prepaid card)
- Valid For: Almost all JR West, private railways, and subways across Kansai
- Highlights:
- Covers the entire Kansai area with one rechargeable IC card
- Special design for foreign travelers + discount offers at tourist spots
- Easy to travel freely between Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe
- Recommended Use:
Ideal for travelers exploring Kansai over several days, not just one.
■ Summary
Choosing the right pass depends on your travel style.
For Osaka, go with the Enjoy Eco Card or Osaka Amazing Pass.
For Kyoto, the Subway & Bus 1-Day Pass offers the best coverage.
In Kobe, use the Kobe 1-Day Loop Bus Ticket or, for wider access, the Kobe Machi-Meguri 1-Day Coupon (Extended Edition).
With the right pass, you can save both time and money while fully enjoying your Kansai adventure!