From Airport to Kyoto Station
Flights to Kansai International airport (KIX) are available from a large number of cities.
From Kansai International Airport(KIX) to Kyoto station:
- 75min. Airport Express Haruka
- 90 min. JR Rapid Service
- 120 min. Airport Limousine Bus
- 120 min. Shuttle Taxi Service
Detailed information is available from Official Kyoto Travel Guide.
From Kyoto Station to Kyoto University
To take a taxi
The journey will take about 20 minutes and cost approx. 1,800 yen.
To take the bus: Kyoto City Bus
The bus ride will take approx. 30-35 minutes and cost 220 yen.
The nearest bus stop to the venue is Kyodai-Seimon-Mae (Main gate of Kyoto University).
Detailed information is available from Kyoto University and Kyoto City Bus.
Weather in Kyoto
The weather in Kyoto during the symposium period (early April) is expected to be mild, but spring temperatures can be unpredictable, falling between 10C/50F and 15C /59 F.
What to do in Kyoto
Kyoto was once the capital of Japan, and it has a wonderful history going back more than 1200 years. Its rich cultural heritage includes many beautiful temples and shrines, and you will enjoy its peaceful atmosphere.
Detailed information is available from Official Kyoto Travel Guide.
General information
Banks, Credit Cards and ATMs
Banks are open from Monday to Friday, 9:00-15:00 (closed on Saturdays, Sundays and national holidays).
International credit cards such as American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard are widely accepted at hotels, department stores, shops, and restaurants.
Foreign credit and cash cards can be used at Post Office and Seven Bank ATMs throughout Japan.
Post offices which provide this service display stickers indicating which cards are accepted. Cards from the Cirrus, PLUS, Maestro and Visa Electron networks can be used. Accepted credit cards include VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club.
Withdrawal of Japanese Yen on Seven Bank ATMs is also available for international cash cards and credit cards. Seven Bank ATMs are placed at 7-Eleven convenience stores throughout Japan and the service will be given 24 hours a day in English, Korean, Chinese and Portuguese. Cash cards from the PLUS and Cirrus networks can be used. Accepted credit cards are VISA, MasterCard, American Express, JCB and China UnionPay.
Currency and Money Exchange
The unit of Japanese currency is yen. You can buy yen at foreign exchange banks, other authorized money exchangers and Kyoto International Conference Center. At the international airports, currency exchange counters are usually open during normal office hours. The exchange rate fluctuates daily depending on the money market.
Electricity
The voltage used throughout Japan is uniformly 100 volts, AC. 2-flat-pin plugs are used in Japan.
Passport and Visa
A valid travel document such as a passport is required to enter Japan. In addition, some foreign nationals are required to obtain a visa. For details, please refer to the webpage of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and contact the Japanese Consulate or diplomatic mission in your country.
Time zone
All of Japan is in the same time zone, 9 hours ahead of G.M.T. No Daylight Saving Time is practiced in Japan.