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Highlights

Experience seamless travel with Haruka, the high-speed rail connecting Kansai
International Airport (KIX) to Shin-Osaka and Kyoto, ensuring swift and
stress-free arrivals.


  • Experience convenient round-trip travel on trains from Kansai International Airport to Shin-Osaka and Kyoto
  • Avoid dragging your luggage around and waiting in long lines for taxi service
  • Enjoy comfortable seats, ample luggage space, and free Wi-Fi
  • Pick up your ticket conveniently at Kansai International Airport
  • Download the KKday App, book with a click, effortlessly manage your travel itinerary, and enjoy discounts on your first purchase!

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not
reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before
booking.


— What You Can Expect —


Embark on a seamless journey with Haruka, the high-speed rail connecting
Kansai International Airport (KIX) to key destinations like Shin-Osaka and
Kyoto. Experience swift, stress-free travel as you reach your destination in
no time. Haruka ensures efficiency, boasting a comfortable ride and spacious
accommodations. With direct routes and a travel time of just 75 minutes to
Kyoto, it's the optimal choice for those craving a quick and convenient
airport transfer. Elevate your travel experience and book your Haruka journey
today.


— Important Info —


  • Reserved seat tickets (1-time redemption) must be redeemed separately. Please make a reservation at the green ticket machine or counter
  • If a reserved seat ticket can no longer be redeemed or is not redeemed in advance, you may still use the ticket to access a non-reserved seat
  • Ride duration:

    - Kansai International Airport–Tennoji: 35 minutes

    - Kansai International Airport–Osaka/Shin-Osaka: 50 minutes

    - Kansai International Airport–Kyoto: 80 minutes

— Exchange Method—


[Haruka Ticket Machine]


Skip the line at the green counter or green ticket machines and use the
machine exclusive to the Haruka train


  1. Present the QR code or confirmation code at the Haruka ticket machine next to the ticket gate at Kansai Airport Station to exchange the printed train ticket

    - Scan your QR code

    - Select the train (you can choose trains departing in 5 minutes)

    - Collect your printed train ticket and enter through the manual ticket gate

    - Entry is only allowed from Kansai Airport Station

    ** Refunds, date changes, or train changes are not possible after exchanging
    the e-voucher for the printed ticket


  2. If the Haruka ticket machines is out of service, please redeem at the green ticket vending machines marked with "passport" icons or the green counter


  3. The redemption time is between 5:30 am and 5 minutes before the last Haruka Express train


  4. If the train is full, passengers may take non-reserved seats
  5. Refunds, date changes, or train changes are not possible after exchanging the e-voucher for the printed ticket. To request a refund, please contact KKday customer service before making the exchange
  6. The printed train ticket will not be reissued if lost; please purchase the ticket again
  7. If the selected train is suspended before you board or after you receive the printed train ticket, please take a non-reserved seat on another Haruka train or the Kansai-Airport Rapid Service
  8. For more details, please see the official website

[Green Ticket Machine]


  1. Operate and collect tickets through the self-service green ticket vending machines marked with 'passport' icons at each station
  2. Redemption location info
  3. eMCO redemption important notice

    - If the ticket machine is out of service, or if you do not have an
    e-passport, please visit the designated stations and redeem the pass at the
    green ticket booth


  4. JR West Ticket Office (Manual): Present your e-voucher and passport to the JR Ticket Office (Midori-no-madoguchi, also known as the Green Window) to exchange for a physical ticket

    • There will be no name and passport verification if you choose to collect
    from the ticket vending machine; however, when exchanging at the counter, the
    staff will check the name on the voucher and the passport

    • Ticket machines are only available for travelers with an e-passport. If you
    do not have an e-passport or the passport does not work at the ticket machine,
    please visit the ticket office for a manual exchange


  5. To collect your reserved seat ticket, please redeem it at the green ticket booth or green ticket machine before use


  6. How to redeem

    - If you have exhausted your reserved seat quota or have not redeemed the
    reserved seat ticket, you can still use the pass to ride in unreserved seats

- Package Details -


[Osaka Station City 16F Gourmet Street | 16 GOURMET JP¥1,300 Meal Voucher]


  • Redemption Method: Present your voucher at "BAR del SOLE" at the Time & Space Plaza on the 5th floor of JR Osaka Station to receive the meal coupons.
  • Important Notes:

    1. Meal vouchers: JP¥1,000 x 1 and JP¥300 x 1, for a total of two vouchers.

    2. Vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash or change. Once redeemed, they
    cannot be canceled or modified.

    3. You must redeem the meal voucher before dining at the restaurant. Multiple
    vouchers can be used in one transaction. If the total amount exceeds the
    voucher value, please pay the difference.

    4. See participating restaurants on the official
    website
    . Operating hours of
    restaurants may change without prior notice, and refunds or cancellations will
    not be accepted for such changes.

    5. The vouchers cannot be used at Daimaru Umeda, Hotel Granvia Osaka, LUCUA
    Osaka, Eki Marché Osaka, or Osaka Station City Cinema.

    6. Operating hours may change without notice. No refunds will be provided for
    temporary closures or if the voucher cannot be used due to being fully booked.

[Osaka Station "EKI MARCHÉ Osaka" Shopping Center | JP¥1,000 Coupon]


  • Redemption Method: Please redeem two JP¥500 coupons at the "EKI MARCHÉ Osaka" service center.
  • Important Notes:

    1. These coupons cannot be exchanged for cash or change. Once redeemed, they
    cannot be canceled or modified.

    Multiple coupons can be used in one transaction.

    2. See details on participating stores on the official
    website
    . Coupons cannot be used at JTB,
    ATMs, or DreamShop. Participating stores are subject to change without prior
    notice. Please confirm the operating hours of the facility online.

[Osaka Station "LUCUA Osaka" Shopping Center | JP¥1,000 Gift Voucher]


  • Redemption Method: Present your voucher at the service center on the 2nd floor of LUCUA 1100 to receive a JP¥1,000 gift voucher.


  • Important Notes:

    1. This gift voucher can be used at stores in "LUCUA Osaka." It cannot be
    exchanged for cash or change.

    2. Certain stores within LUCUA do not accept the voucher, such as C-pla,
    FUJIMOTO Eye Clinic, and McDonald's on B1F.

    3. Participating stores may change without prior notice. Please check the
    official website
    for store details and operating
    hours.



[Umeda Sky Building Kuchu Teien Observatory Ticket]


  • Redemption Method: Redeem your entrance ticket at the Kuchu Teien Observatory on the 39th floor of Umeda Sky Building (redemption available from 9:30 to 21:30).
  • Important Notes:

    1. Valid for one-time use only. Re-entry is not allowed after exiting.2

    2. Operating hours may change on special days. Please check the official
    website
    for updates before visiting.

    3. The ticket cannot be used during special events such as Yodogawa Fireworks
    Festival or 2025/1/1).

    4. Entry to the rooftop may be restricted during inclement weather such as
    storms.

    5. Visitors using wheelchairs can access the observatory by taking the
    dedicated elevator located on the 1st floor of the East Tower.

[Kyoto Railway Museum Ticket]


  • Redemption Method: Redeem your commemorative entry ticket at the ticket counter of the Kyoto Railway Museum.
  • Important Notes:

    1. The ticket allows for multiple entries on the same day. Please present the
    commemorative entry ticket for re-entry.

    2. When participating in the train driving simulator experience, please show
    the commemorative entry ticket.

[Kyoto Aquarium Ticket]


  • Redemption Method: Exchange your voucher for a ticket at the Kyoto Aquarium entrance.
  • Important Notes:

    1. The ticket allows for one-time entry only.

    2. Open year-round. Operations may be temporarily suspended due to weather
    conditions or facility maintenance.

[Kyoto Station Building|1000 yen gift voucher] (Sales will stop on January 14,
2025, and redemption will only be available until March 31, 2025.)


Redemption method: Please redeem with QR code at the following locations


Kyoto PORTA Information Counter, redemption time: 11:00-20:30

JR Kyoto Isetan Duty Free Counter (2F), redemption time: 10:00-20:00

Ctrip Foreign Currency Exchange (inside Nippon Travel Tis Kyoto Branch),
redemption time: 09:30-19:00


Notices:


Please present your gift voucher at each store when checking out. (QR codes
cannot be used directly. Please exchange them for gift vouchers before using
them in various stores)

The 1,000 yen gift certificate can be used at the following stores

Note: Some stores or products may not be available, please confirm with the
following stores in advance


JR Kyoto Isetan
(B2-11F)

In front of the JR West Exit ticket gate, Eat
Paradise

(2F)

Granvia
Hotel

(2F~15F)

Kyoto PORTA (B1F, B2F, 11F)

Kyoto Ramen Alley (10F)

Kyoto Station Food (2F, Kyoto
Theater)

FUKUNAGA901 (8F)


Kyoto Station Building Shopping Tickets Notes

This voucher cannot be used after the expiration date.


When using this voucher, change cannot be given. Please refer to the above
"Kyoto Station Building Shopping Tickets Usage Terms".


[Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory]


  • Redemption Method: Redeem your ticket at the service counter on the 16th floor of Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory.
  • Important Notes:

    1. Once the booking is confirmed, a confirmation email will be automatically
    sent to the guest's reserved email address.

    2. Please present the received verification code or QR code at the designated
    location to exchange for a physical ticket.

    3. Valid for one-time use only. Re-entry is not allowed after exiting.

What's included

INCLUDED

HARUKA one-way ticket

NOT INCLUDED

Personal expenses
Other expenses not mentioned above
1st class ticket
Express train ticket

Customer reviews

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Review summary

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JR Haruka Airport Express is praised for its convenience, ease of ticket redemption, and comfortable ride. Many users appreciate the seamless process of exchanging tickets at vending machines and the helpfulness of staff. The train's Hello Kitty theme and spacious seating are also highlighted, making it a recommended choice for travel between Kansai Airport and major cities.
8 days ago
Kwan Yee Vicky.Family (with teens)

Quick and easy for ticket collection. Comfortable option from Kansai airport to Kyoto. Highly recommended.

8 days ago
Ling Ling Adele.Solo Traveller

Bought with miles. Redemption at designated kiosk at Kix station was a breeze using qr code only. Able to select seat and time.

23 days ago
Siew Gek.Family (with teens)

Easy redemption and fuss free

about 2 months ago
Hong Hong.Group of Friends

The ride from Kyoto Station to KIX was great. I took unureserved seat because it was bothersome to have to make reservations for a seat. Anyway, if you board at Kyoto Station, you will always get a seat in the unreserved seat carriages as that's the first stop. At Osaka, quite a number of people who did not make reservations for reserved seats had to stand.

about 2 months ago
Ya-Hsuan.Couples

Nice, Easy to use it

about 2 months ago
Mun Joo.Couples

Smooth and easy process, thank you!

Additional information

Purchase Notice
  • Free admission for children below 6 years old. They must not occupy a seat
  • If you get off the train hal way through, the remaining ride will be invalid
  • The Haruka ticket is only applicable to the Haruka Express
  • Travelers may also ride non-Haruka trains that are within the designated range (special rapid, rapid, local commuter train)
  • If you board a non-Haruka train, the Haruka non-reserved ticket will be non-refundable 
  • Travelers may get off the train at any stop within the designated range of service. Keep in mind that the ticket will be kept at the ticket gate. Travelers may board trains that are not in the specified range as long as they pay the incurred additional fees 
  • Additional fees apply to Haruka 1st class seats (Car No.1)
  • How to Redeem Your Voucher: Please go to the ticket machines at the designated stops to redeem your voucher
    * The ticket machine supports 5 languages (Japanese, simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese, English, and Korean)
    * Please click here to learn about the redemption details 
    * If a ticket machine is out of service or there's no IC chip in your passport, please proceed to the green counter in the designated stations to redeem your voucher 
  • Full refund if the ticket is not used and still within the validity period
  • If you already exchanged your voucher for a physical ticket, you can cancel the ticket at JR green counter (Midori-no-madoguchi). 10% of the ticket denomination will be charged

Reminders
Please note that the voucher will not be refundable after redemption
Actual route is subject to change without notice
Please note that transportation agencies do not operate 24 hrs unless it's a special holiday
How to Use Your Voucher
Please present the e-voucher on-site
Please go to the ticket machine in the designated stations to redeem your voucher

Location

Provider

Kansai International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Is the JR Haruka Express part of the JR Pass?
The Limited Express Haruka is the only direct train service from Kansai Airport to Kyoto Station. The journey takes about one hour and fifteen minutes and is fully covered by the Japan Rail Pass. However, if your travel plans don't make full use of the Japan Rail Pass - such as when you're visiting just a few places - buying Haruka train tickets individually might be a more affordable option in the long run. Just keep in mind that the Haruka Express is different from the Kansai Airport Rapid Service (also covered by the JR Pass), which connects to JR stations at Tennoji, Osaka, and Kyobashi.
Do I need to reserve seats on the JR Haruka Airport Express?
You don't technically need to reserve seats on the Haruka Express, as there are non-reserved seating options available. However, if you'd prefer the comfort and peace of mind of having a guaranteed seat - especially during busy times - it's highly recommended to get reserved seat tickets. Each train has a mix of non-reserved and reserved seating, so it's entirely up to you.
Can I use an IC card for the JR Haruka Airport Express?
You can't use an IC card alone for the Haruka, as it's a limited express train. You'll need to purchase a separate limited express ticket, which can be done at a ticket vending machine, saving you time by avoiding lines at the ticket office.
Can you bring luggage on the JR Haruka Airport Express?
Yes, you can bring luggage on the Haruka Express. The train has luggage racks for your convenience, and there are also designated luggage storage compartments available.
Is the Haruka train a bullet train?
The Haruka train is not a bullet train. It's a limited express service designed for quick travel from the airport to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and other cities in the Kansai region, reaching a top speed of 130 km/h (80 mph).
How do I pay for the Haruka Express?
You can pay for the Haruka Express by purchasing tickets from the HARUKA e-ticket machine. Additional separate tickets are required for the limited express service, and these can be easily bought at the machine using cash or a credit card.
Are all Haruka trains Hello Kitty-themed?
Not all Haruka trains started as Hello Kitty-themed, but thanks to their popularity, more trains joined in on the fun. By 2024, nearly all Haruka trains now proudly feature the adorable Hello Kitty design!
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