Kyōto Station

The central building of Kyoto Station stretches across 470 meters in length and rises 70 meters high, featuring multiple levels of transportation platforms.

The original station started operations in 1877, while the current structure, designed by architect Hiroshi Hara, opened its doors during Kyoto's 1200th anniversary in 1997.

The station complex integrates modern Japanese architecture with functional spaces, containing theaters, museums, and department stores across its fifteen floors.

The transportation hub connects multiple railway services, including the Tokaido Shinkansen, JR lines, Kintetsu Railways, and the Karasuma Subway Line.

The station building includes a free-access observation deck and an elevated walkway called the Sky Way, offering views over central Kyoto.

Location: Shimogyō-ku

Official opening: February 5, 1877

Operator: 京都市交通局

Part of: 100 train stations in Kinki

Address: 901 Higashishiokōjichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan 600-8216 Kyoto

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-19:00

Website: http://kyoto-station-building.co.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.98619,135.76006

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:11