We will be staying in Tokyo and would like to make a day trip to Kyoto. We cannot spend the night in Kyoto. Please give suggestions.
Thanks

The Shinkansen takes as little as 2:11 between Tokyo and Kyoto. First train departs Tokyo at 6am, last one returns from Kyoto at 9:34pm. That gives you over 13 hours in Kyoto maximum.

Hi

Yes, the Shinkansen is a fast and efficient way to get to Kyoto. We did not take a day trip but we took the Shinkansen quite a lot when we went to Japan. Here is a trip report from Japan and maybe you can find some useful info there Here is the link: http://gardkarlsen.com/japan_tokyo.htm

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Gard
http://gardkarlsen.com - trip reports and pictures

Thanks very much for the info.

Does anybody know how much is the fare for the Shinkansen from Tokyo to Kyoto (round trip)?

about 13520 yen per person one way, double it for round trip......check here

www.hyperdia.com

Aloha!

If at all possible, i would recommend spending at least a full day there. Kyoto is one of my favorite cities in japan and there's simply so much to see and do, especially if you're into visiting temples. Either way, enjoy1