Kinki is one of Japan’s most iconic regions.
Home to Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, and many of Japan’s most famous historical and cultural landmarks, the region offers a unique blend of ancient traditions and modern city life.
This interactive map lets you explore how people travel throughout the Kinki region by rail.
Follow the railway lines connecting historic capitals, vibrant cities, and scenic countryside.
You may even discover a town or station you’d like to visit someday.
Kinki Station Passenger Map (2019, 2021 & 2023)
Select any station to view passenger numbers for 2019, 2021, and 2023.
Whether you’re planning a trip, researching Japan’s railway network, or simply exploring the map, you’ll find stations throughout the Kinki region.
How Has Station Usage Changed in Kinki?
The map compares passenger numbers across three different years.
2019 shows travel before the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021 reflects a period when travel demand dropped significantly.
2023 shows how passenger numbers changed as travel recovered.
Some stations have become busier, while others have seen fewer passengers.
Each station tells a different story about how people live, work, and travel across the Kinki region.
A Railway Journey Through Japan’s Cultural Heart
Explore the map and follow the railway lines across one of Japan’s most historically and culturally rich regions.
You may even discover a destination you’d like to visit one day.
Sources & Notes
Source: National Land Numerical Information (MLIT), Station Passenger Data (S12-23)
Station name kana and romanized names:
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Stations with the same name may appear separately when operated by different railway companies or railway lines.
