Nankai Electric Railway

Nankai Electric Railway

Nankai Electric Railway
3.5
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OHKSO
Hyogo Prefecture, Japan111,748 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Solo
It's been almost a year since I last took the Nankai Railway to Kansai Airport. The big difference from a year ago was that the "Rapi:t" was running at full capacity, and the Airport Express I took this time was also full of inbound travelers with large luggage. As a result, Kansai Airport Station was also extremely crowded, and the ticket vending machines were packed when I tried to buy a ticket.
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Written December 16, 2023
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meiji1985
Sendai, Japan3,662 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Solo
I boarded a Southern bound for Wakayama Port to catch a Nankai ferry from Wakayama Port. It was refreshing because I had only ever taken a train to Wakayama. Wakayama Port Station is a staircase while Namba Station is a huge escalator. It's hard to fall when you have luggage. All the same, it is nice to be able to get to Tokushima from Namba at such a low price.
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Written December 31, 2024
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mjb1001
Chiba Prefecture, Japan150 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2016 • Solo
Used the Rapi:t express from Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka Namba station. In my case I had two reasons for this. One: Peach Aviation (local LCC in Japan) sells discounted express tickets for the Rapi:t. Secondly, I hoped I'd get their Star Wars-themed special train (sadly I was out of luck).

The Rapi:t is a limited-stop express that needs a special ticket and costs about 500 yen more than other trains. Honestly, it isn't that much faster, but if you want a very Sci-fi themed train (they are all modeled on a Japanese sci-fi character) then it's maybe worth it. And if you take Peach there's quite a good discount on the ticket, and also if you pre-book for the return trip.

Be aware that this train goes to Osaka Namba - there are other Osaka stations, so if you aren't familiar with the area a little Google pre-planning will be useful.
Written January 19, 2016
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Good b
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023
One of the staff members forced us to pay for the Nankai train when we saw other passengers pass through the gate with the JR Pass. We had the JR Pass. Apparently the JR Pass was not applicable to Nankai trains. I'm fine with the rule itself, makes sense, but the problem was that we saw other passengers enter with the JR Pass and yet us, as visitors of the country, were stopped by the staff. This will be my first and last impression of the Nankai railway.
Written May 23, 2023
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Elena I
The Hague, The Netherlands4 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
We bought a ticket for 2 people on their website. When we got to the station we were told that's not the full ticket...we were required to pay an additional ticket to enter the station, price 5 times higher. An absolute joke. Asked for a refund and only got half back. Pure thievery. Didn't expect this in Japan. Absolutely DO NOT RECOMMEND using this company, ever.
Written November 18, 2024
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donavan94563
Orinda, CA209 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Solo
The Nankai Electric Railway is a fast, clean and affordable way to get from Kansai International Airport to downtown Osaka.

You can choose the regular Airport Limited Express Train with no reserved seats or "Rapi:t" Limited Express Train which is a bit faster with reserved seats. The regular Airport Limited Express was just fine.

Conveniently located within the second floor of Terminal 2 of the airport with direct access to Namba Station, Tengachaya Metro Station and all other lines via transfer stations.

You can purchase a ticket at the Kansai Airport Station or just purchase an electronic Suica card via Apple Pay. Just open Apple Wallet, add a Suica card with $ and tap the entry gate with the "IC" symbol as you go in and out of the stations. Suica cards work all over Japan on all the trains and metro systems.

Easy access to hotels all attractions!

All transit systems should strive to be this clean, efficient and affordable!
Written September 26, 2023
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Vigswam
Singapore, Singapore1,040 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Family
We landed at Osaka Kansai and the first order of the trip was get to Osaka City. Nankai rail service was the most direct way to Namba Station. There are two options: the normal train or the limited express Nankai Express. For light travellers, the former is better. For me, I had my tickets pre-booked in advance via klook and picked them up conveniently at the station. Seats are reserved and each cart has luggage space. There is also overhead racks for small luggage and a medium bag can fit at the seats as the leg rooms are large. Very nice and convenient to get from Kansai to Namba.
Written January 25, 2020
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Abovetheclouds
2,491 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Solo
Very efficient and an easy connection from Kansai International Airport. Easy to purchase a ticket before boarding. However, some points on this below. Made a few stops along the way. I was lucky as the final stop was Namba where my hotel was located. You can otherwise connect to the Metro. I got on the "Rapi:t" one, coming from the airport which is the Limited Express fast one. You get a Regular Seat allocated which is so comfortable plus free WIFI. It wasn't that much more in price compared to the normal service which was packed and I had lost the will to stand with luggage and be squashed in the heat. Pay a little more, worth it for speed and comfort. The "Rapi:t" Limited Express was hardly full and very relaxing. I would highly recommend doing the same or you can check how busy the normal service is and then make a call. You really don't want to be standing cramped with luggage after a flight! Leaving Osaka, I took the normal service, purely because the next "Rapi:t" Limited Express was booked and I couldn't wait for the one after that. When you leave, I suggest getting a ticket a day or two before departure as lines are long to purchase a ticket (also depends when you depart). They do move quickly. I think it is more if you want to go via the "Rapi:t" Limited Express then book in advance. There are many normal services which run regularly so you can easily get a reservation for this on the day. I boarded the standard service about 15 minutes before departure from Namba where it started. I got a seat but many boarding later and at other stops were not so lucky and had to stand with luggage. It wasn't packed, but near full. Clean. Not as comfortable as the"Rapi:t" Limited Express and I got bored for the 50 minute journey with no WIFI or nothing to read or do! Makes a few stops along the way. I think the journey time is 10 minutes more than the "Rapi:t" Limited Express. Keep your ticket as it is checked. Clean. Quick and easy whatever you decide. The main differences are comfort and speed (only slightly quicker). As I said, ticket price really isn't a lot more. Coming and going, I was more or less at my destination within the hour or just over. On the "Rapi:t" Limited Express, exits are either at the front or back of the Car you are allocated a seat in. I was in Car 3 which had a front Exit. Start making your way to the Exit in advance of your station as it is much easier to get off. For the standard service, just get off as normal at the nearest door. I was leaving from Terminal 1 when I left and the Terminal was literally a 2 minute walk from there. Staff were all helpful and friendly. They will assist with queries. Many speak basic English.
Written June 12, 2023
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Wajo
Scheveningen, The Netherlands276 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2015 • Couples
We used the Nankai Electric Railway services to travel from Kansai Airport to Koyasan, and from Koyasan to Osaka area, to change to JR train for Kyoto. Excellent train and bus connections. In Osaka area, we experienced some confusion while transferring from Nankai to JR station. Important is to check out first, and then check in again with JR, and somehow we mixed up things, and the station staff did not understand our problem, while we did not pick up their clues, and need up paying more then we had to. This was solved afterwards by Nankai , we were pleasantly surprised, this kind of service was unknown to us. So we can recommend traveling with Nankai, mind the check out procedures while transferring to JR rail connection!
Written September 17, 2015
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China23,483 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023
This is the cheapest way of getting out from Kansai airport. Nankai offers the most straightforward route between airport and downtown Osaka. Service is frequent but seat is not always available.
Written April 21, 2023
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