Getting Around
Trains, subways, rail passes and the airport run — how to move around Nagoya and Central Japan without overpaying or overthinking it.
Nagoya to Kyoto & Osaka 2026: Hikari, Hinotori or Bus?
Nagoya to Kyoto is 34 minutes and Osaka 50. Real 2026 prices for Hikari, Nozomi, Smart EX, the Kintetsu Hinotori and the highway bus, plus the IC card trap.
Kintetsu Rail Pass Guide: Which One, and Is It Worth It?
The KINTETSU RAIL PASS comes in four versions, and only two of them reach Nagoya. This guide covers the current prices, what each pass actually includes, the break-even maths for a trip to Ise-Shima or Osaka, and the one detail that catches almost everyone: Limited Express trains still cost extra.
JR Pass & Rail Pass Guide for Central Japan 2026 — Which Pass Do You Need?
For most Central Japan trips from Nagoya, the Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass (¥19,800 / 5 days) is the best value — it covers the Hida Limited ... Read more
Getting Around Nagoya 2026: Complete Transport Guide
Nagoya’s subway system has 6 lines and 87 stations covering the entire city, with fares from ¥210 per ride. The Donichi Eco Kippu day pass costs ... Read more