Thank you for this video, the train looks so awesome! We have booked the tickets online and will ride this train from Osaka to Nara soon 🙂We are so excited! BTW Where can one buy those Aoniyoshi key chains? At Nara station?
Is there a link to book this train online from Kyoto to Nara or Nara to Kyoto? Do I still need to buy the basic train ticket with ICOCA card? I heard that in Japan such train needs two tickets, one basic ticket, plus a reserved seat ticket. Thanks.
You will need to purchase a regular ticket plus a special limited express train ticket. You can buy them at the station before boarding, but you run the risk of missing out on a seat as the train is really popular. We suggest book online in advance at Kintetsu's webpage: www.ticket.kintetsu.co.jp/vs/en/e-ticket/ If you need any further assistance, please email our visitor center staff at info@sarusawa.nara.jp They will be happy to help.
Are all seats reserved only for the Aoniyoshi? We have IC cards to cover basic fare, do we just buy the Limited Express Tickets at machine or window? Do we insert the Limited Express Tickets anywhere?
can you use kintetsu rail pass on aoniyoshi train? I'm planning for daytrip to nara from osaka, before heading to Kyoto. Journey would be Osaka --> Nara --> Kyoto. All within the same day. Is it worth it still to buy the Kintetsu Rail Pass?
@@NARAVisitorCenterInn I see, so let's say I want to ride the aoniyoshi train from osaka namba to kintetsu nara, it will cost me 1,410 yen for adult (as per the website) -- my kintetsu rail pass would cover only the fare (680 yen)? And will not include the Limited Express charge/Ltd. Exp. Charge (520yen) and the special car fare (210 yen)? Thanks for the clarification!
@@eizzahazman We double-checked for you. The Kintetsu pass only covers the basic fare. You'll have to pay the extra for the limited express ticket and the surcharge for it being a sightseeing train. As you can hopefully tell from the video though, it's definitely worth it.
They sell souvenir on the train, alongside some snacks and drinks. Try the meat bao and pudding. They were soo gooood! Best to buy them before the train leaves the station, as some of the snacks/drinks sold out quickly.
This train looks amazing. Super Lux. Thanks for the tour. Appreciate your work and have subscribed to the channel ❤❤❤
Thanks for the sub! We hope you can get to Japan and make a video around Nara.
@@NARAVisitorCenterInn Tokyo content coming soon. I also hope to include beautiful Nara in future videos. 👍
This special train ride looks really good, thanks for sharing, I hope to visit your center & inn next time I'm in Japan 👍🤗
We love ❤Japan Train 🍒🍒🍒
Thank you for this video, the train looks so awesome! We have booked the tickets online and will ride this train from Osaka to Nara soon 🙂We are so excited! BTW Where can one buy those Aoniyoshi key chains? At Nara station?
We bought ours on the train. On the middle car, you can get some refreshments and Aoniyoshi souvenirs.
Is there a link to book this train online from Kyoto to Nara or Nara to Kyoto? Do I still need to buy the basic train ticket with ICOCA card? I heard that in Japan such train needs two tickets, one basic ticket, plus a reserved seat ticket. Thanks.
You will need to purchase a regular ticket plus a special limited express train ticket. You can buy them at the station before boarding, but you run the risk of missing out on a seat as the train is really popular. We suggest book online in advance at Kintetsu's webpage: www.ticket.kintetsu.co.jp/vs/en/e-ticket/
If you need any further assistance, please email our visitor center staff at info@sarusawa.nara.jp
They will be happy to help.
Are all seats reserved only for the Aoniyoshi? We have IC cards to cover basic fare, do we just buy the Limited Express Tickets at machine or window? Do we insert the Limited Express Tickets anywhere?
Yes all seats are reserved seats. You can either buy tickets at a sales counter at the larger Kintetsu stations or online from their webpage.
can you use kintetsu rail pass on aoniyoshi train? I'm planning for daytrip to nara from osaka, before heading to Kyoto.
Journey would be Osaka --> Nara --> Kyoto. All within the same day. Is it worth it still to buy the Kintetsu Rail Pass?
The pass covers the basic fare to ride the train, but you will still have to pay the extra charge to ride it.
@@NARAVisitorCenterInn I see, so let's say I want to ride the aoniyoshi train from osaka namba to kintetsu nara, it will cost me 1,410 yen for adult (as per the website) -- my kintetsu rail pass would cover only the fare (680 yen)? And will not include the Limited Express charge/Ltd. Exp. Charge (520yen) and the special car fare (210 yen)?
Thanks for the clarification!
@@eizzahazman Yes that's right. But I'll call Kintetsu tomorrow to confirm.
@@NARAVisitorCenterInn thank you so much!! 🥹🥹 looking forward to hear about it
@@eizzahazman We double-checked for you. The Kintetsu pass only covers the basic fare. You'll have to pay the extra for the limited express ticket and the surcharge for it being a sightseeing train. As you can hopefully tell from the video though, it's definitely worth it.
Hi, can we use our IC card to pay for the basic ticket? Or we need to buy it on the station?
You can use your IC card to pay for your basic ticket. However, the Aoniyoshi is very popular so it is best to book your seat in advance.
Did you buy the souvenir on the train or station? Thanks!
They sell souvenir on the train, alongside some snacks and drinks. Try the meat bao and pudding. They were soo gooood! Best to buy them before the train leaves the station, as some of the snacks/drinks sold out quickly.
How much is the ticket?
Booked express ticket online, can I just just tap an IC card to pass the gate to cover the basic fare ticket?
Yes, you can do that. That'll cover the basic fare from station to station - as if you were just catching a regular train.
Which platform? How to go from Kyoto Station main entrance?
Follow the overhead signs for the Kintetsu Line. There's only one entrance and exit for the Kintetsu Line so it's pretty easy to find.