How to Get to the Station & Buy Train Tickets (Haruka / IC Card) from Kansai International Arrivals - Travestep - Japan Travel Guide for First-Time Visitors

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First, check whether you exited through the North Arrival Gate or the South Arrival Gate, then proceed to the next step

If you exited through the North Arrival Gate

1. After exiting the North Arrival Gate, go straight

2. ① Follow the arrow and head to the elevator to go to the train station
② You can withdraw Japanese Yen from the ATM
③ You can exchange your currency for Japanese Yen at the currency exchange counter　
💡 You will need cash to buy an IC card and certain train tickets. We recommend exchanging currency or withdrawing 3,000 to 5,000 yen here before heading to the ticket machines.

3. ③ There are currency exchange counters on both sides of the North Arrival Gate

5. After exiting the elevator, go through the automatic doors to the outdoor walkway

If you exited through the South Arrival Gate

1. After exiting the South Arrival Gate, go straight

2. ① Follow the arrow and head to the elevator to go to the train station
② You can exchange your currency for Japanese Yen at the currency exchange counter　
💡 You will need cash to buy an IC card and certain train tickets. We recommend exchanging currency or withdrawing 3,000 to 5,000 yen here before heading to the ticket machines.

3. ② You can exchange your currency for Japanese Yen

8. ① Buy an IC card (“ICOCA”), a train ticket, or a limited express ticket
⚠️ Cash is required to buy IC cards. Credit cards are only accepted at specific machines for regular and limited express tickets (such as the “Haruka” or “Rapi:t”).
② If you already have an IC card and don’t need a limited express ticket, please skip to Step 10

💡 Traveling with kids? Check out the child fare and age rules in ”6. Children’s Fares” in Step 2 before buying a train ticket or an IC card

① Nankai Line　

・Pink machines: Accept **cash and credit cards**
・Grey machines: Accept **cash only (No credit cards)**
💡This guide explains how to buy tickets using the grey machines

How to Buy: Regular Ticket to Namba / Shin-Imamiya / Tengachaya

#1. Select your language (English, Chinese and Korean are available)

#2. “Namba / Shin-Imamiya / Tengachaya” ticket

#3. Insert cash to pay and take your ticket

How to Buy: Express Ticket Only / Rapi:t” tickets (Base Fare + Express Ticket)

#3. Tap the “NANKAI LINE / AIRPORT LINE” button

#4. Select your arrival station (e.g., “Namba”) on the screen

#5. Select your train based on the departure time

#6. Select the number of passengers, then tap your preferred seat type:
**①”Super seat Anywhere”** or **②”Regular seat Anywhere”**
💡You can skip selecting a “Car number”. Just tap “Anywhere” at the bottom (① or ②) to let the system automatically choose the best available seat for you

💡① vs ②: Which one to choose?

① Super seat (Cars 5 & 6) [Comfort] Spacious 3-seat rows. Best for extra space, large luggage, or a more comfortable ride (+¥210 extra fee applies).
② Regular seat (Cars 1–4) [Budget] Standard 4-seat rows. The cheapest and most popular choice for most travelers.

If you choose ①”Super seat Anywhere”

#7. Select your ticket type　
① **Only the Limited express ticket** (Base fare not included)
(If you already have an IC card (ICOCA, Suica, etc.) or a regular ticket)
② **KANKU TOKUWARI Rapi:t TICKET** (Includes both Base fare + Express ticket)
(If you do NOT have an IC card or a regular ticket)
💡We recommend purchasing the **② “KANKU TOKUWARI Rapi:t TICKET”** for the best discounted price

#8. Check your details, choose your payment method, and pay

If you choose ②”Regular seat Anywhere”

How to Buy: Regular Ticket to Other Destinations

#3. Check your destination and fare on the route map above the ticket machine

#4. Tap the amount that matches the fare to your destination and pay

② JR Line

・Blue machines: Regular tickets and non-reserved seats only
・IC Card (“ICOCA”): Accept **cash only**
・Regular Ticket and Express Ticket: Accept **Cash and specific QR code payments**

How to Buy: IC Card (“ICOCA”)

#3. Select the amount you want to load onto your IC card (A ¥500 deposit is included)

#4. Insert cash to pay and take your IC card

How to Buy: Regular Ticket

#4. Check your destination and fare on the route map above the ticket machine

#5. Tap the amount that matches the fare to your destination
💡¥1180 for Osaka/USJ, ¥1340 for Shin-Osaka, ¥1860 for Kyoto (May 2026)
Alternatively tap “Search for a station name” to enter your destination smoothly

#6. Insert cash to pay and get your ticket

How to Buy: Express Ticket Only / Base Fare + Express Ticket (“Non-reserved seats only”)

#6. Select your ticket
💡Choose ① if you don’t have a ticket yet.
Alternatively, select ③ if you already have a rail pass or are using an IC card for the base fare.

#7. Insert cash to pay and get your ticket

③ JR Line “Haruka” Express

・Green machines: All tickets, reserved seats, and online pickups
・Accept **cash and credit cards**

How to Buy: Express “Haruka “Ticket (Ordinary car: Standard reserved seat)

#2. Select your ticket type
① Receive reserved tickets (Pick up tickets booked via JR-WEST ONLINE TRAIN RESERVATION using your QR code)
② Tap here to buy a same-day ticket for the Kansai-Airport Express “Haruka.”
③ Exchange order / E-ticket (For rail pass)
💡This guide explains ②

#3. Select your destination, train time, seat type, and number of passengers
① Ordinary car
② Green car
③ Non-reserved seat
💡This guide explains ①

#4. Select your destination, train time, seat type, and number of passengers

#5. Choose how to select your seat
① Select from seat map: Choose your specific seat from the layout
② Any seats OK: Automatically assigns available seats (Recommended for speed)
💡This guide explains ②

#6. Tap “Select” to include the basic fare ticket

#7. Tap “Confirm” if your details are correct

#8. Insert your cash or card to complete the payment
*If using both bills and coins, insert coins first

How to Buy: Express “Haruka “Ticket (Green car: Premium, spacious reserved seat)

#2. Select your ticket type
① Receive reserved tickets
② Tap here to buy a same-day ticket for the Kansai-Airport Express “Haruka.”
③ Exchange order / E-ticket (For rail pass)
💡This guide explains ②

#3. Select your destination, train time, seat type, and number of passengers
① Ordinary car
② Green car
③ Non-reserved seat
💡This guide explains ②

#6. Select a car
The “Least occupied” button indicates the emptiest car

#7. Tap any green circle (○) to select your preferred seat

#8. Tap “Confirm” to lock in your selected seat

#9. Tap “Select” to include the basic fare ticket

#10. Tap “Confirm” if your details are correct

#11. Insert your cash or card to complete the payment
*If using both bills and coins, insert coins first

How to Buy: Express “Haruka “Ticket (Non-reserved seat :Cheapest option, but seating is not guaranteed)

#3. Select your destination, train time, seat type, and number of passengers
① Ordinary car
② Green car
③ Non-reserved seat
💡This guide explains ③

#5. Tap “Select” to include the basic fare ticket

#6. Tap “Confirm” if your details are correct

#7. Insert your cash or card to complete the payment
*If using both bills and coins, insert coins first

① JR Line

14. Always check the train type before boarding

② NANKAI Line

ℹ️ To protect the privacy of other passengers, any identifying faces or persons in the photos have been removed or edited. All information is accurate as of June 2026.
This website is an unofficial guide based on personal travel experiences and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by Kansai Airports, West Japan Railway Company (JR-West), or Nankai Electric Railway Co., Ltd.
Please always check the official websites for the latest schedules, fares, and regulations, as official information and ticket machine interfaces are subject to change without prior notice. In no event shall this website or its operators be held liable for any damages, losses, or inconveniences arising from the use of this information:

・Kansai International Airport Official Website
・JR-West Official Website
・Nankai Electric Railway Official Website

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