arby72 Posted November 13, 2017 Share Posted November 13, 2017 do i need to purchase jr kyoto lines special rapid service ticket rapid service tickets shinkasen ticket kansai airport rapid service early? my trip is during christmas 2017 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Japan Station Posted November 14, 2017 Share Posted November 14, 2017 Special Rapid services to Kyoto and Kansai airport are not reserved seating. https://www.osakastation.com/jr-kansai-airport-line-kansai-airport-rapid-service/ It may be crowded around the holidays, but you don't need to reserve a seat. For shinkansen we recommend that you make reservations as soon as you arrive in Japan. Christmas is not as busy as New Year, but it's a good idea to make reservations a few days in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...