Vista & View · Kyoto Station
Kyoto Station Skyway 京都駅ビル 空中径路（スカイウェイ）
Free 185 m glass-sided walkway 45 m up across the top of Kyoto Station's concourse, with views north over Kyoto and Kyoto Tower.
Hours10:00-22:00
ClosedOpen daily
PriceFree
Getting thereKyoto Station (direct)
Time needed10-15 min
Best timeAfter dark (STAR BRIDGE illumination 17:00-22:00)
Address10F, Kyoto Station Building, 901 Higashi-Shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
About
The Skyway is an enclosed aerial corridor on the 10th floor of the Kyoto Station Building, linking the east and west sides above the main concourse. Windows look north over the city and Kyoto Tower. At night it is lit as the 'STAR BRIDGE'. Entry is free.
Highlights
- 185 m walkway suspended above the station atrium
- Kyoto Tower and northern city views
- STAR BRIDGE lighting 17:00-22:00
- Free
Tips
- Enter from the 10th floor near Kyoto Ramen Koji (west side)
- Combine with the rooftop Sky Garden and Grand Staircase
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