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The pass offers one flat fee for travel across Western Japan during your chosen timeframe. Forget per-trip individual tickets and enjoy the hassle-free exploration. Sightsee more, spend less – explore freely with the JR West Pass!
Book JR West Pass
- Say hi to everywhere in Kansai: Osaka, Kyoto, Shiga, Nara, etc with this 1/2/3/4/5-day pass granting you access to top rail lines in western Japan.
- Travel via super fast, safe, and comfortable trains including the Kansai Airport Express Haruka, Rapid and Special Rapid Services, and JR-West trains.
- Redeem your pass quickly at ticketing machines and skip waiting lines. Enjoy a 90-day validity during which your unused tickets are 100% refundable.
- Say hi to everywhere in Kansai: Osaka, Kyoto, Shiga, Nara, etc with this 1/2/3/4/5-day pass granting you access to top rail lines in western Japan.
- Travel via super fast, safe, and comfortable trains including the Kansai Airport Express Haruka, Rapid and Special Rapid Services, and JR-West trains.
- Redeem your pass quickly at ticketing machines and skip waiting lines. Enjoy a 90-day validity during which your unused tickets are 100% refundable.
Inclusions
- JR Kansai Pass valid for 1/2/3/4/5 days
- Unlimited train rides in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Himeji, Wakayama & Otsu (refer to the map here)
- Click here for the JR Line Route Map (Kansai Region).
- Reserved seats redeemable up to 6 times (based on the option selected)
- Access to non-reserved seats on the Express Haruka train to/from Kansai-Airport
- Access to non-reserved seats on Special Rapid Services train, Rapid Services train, and local trains on JR-West Conventional lines
- Access to JR Buses (Kyoto City only)
- Non-reserved seats on Sanyo Shinkansen (based on option selected)
- When purchasing/receiving a Kansai Area Pass, vouchers for the Kyoto City Subway, Keihan Railway, and Hankyu Railway will also be provided.
Exclusions
- Bullet Train Ticket (Shinkansen)
- This pass is for you if you are a non-Japanese passport holder with a temporary visiting visa and permanently reside outside Japan for over 6 months.
- Please ensure you receive a stamp or seal from airport staff indicating that you are a 'temporary visitor'. Ensure that you approach personnel if entering via an automated gate to receive the stamp/certificate.
- For more information on using Kyoto City Subway, Keihan Railway, and Hankyu Railway, please click here.
- Children aged 12 and over are considered as adults. An Adult or Child pass holder can support up to 2 infants, aged 5 and under for free. Additional charges will apply for more infants.
- You can use the pass for 1,2,3,4, or 5 days (depending on the ticket selected).
- You'll have to reserve your seats. You can collect reserved seats at the ticket office (at the station) by showing your JR Pass. You can skip ticketing lines and collect your tickets at the reserved seat ticket machine.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- Get a pass that allows unlimited rides and exploration around the Kansai region
and visit cities from Osaka and Kyoto to Okayama and Takamatsu. - Get access to unlimited rides on Sanyo Shinkansen, Express Trains, Rapid Services, and local trains for 5 consecutive days.
- Redeem your pass by skipping the long lines at the digital redemption machines in the Osaka Kansai International Airport.
- Click here to see all the valid train routes that you can conveniently avail of with this pass!
- Get a pass that allows unlimited rides and exploration around the Kansai region
and visit cities from Osaka and Kyoto to Okayama and Takamatsu. - Get access to unlimited rides on Sanyo Shinkansen, Express Trains, Rapid Services, and local trains for 5 consecutive days.
- Redeem your pass by skipping the long lines at the digital redemption machines in the Osaka Kansai International Airport.
- Click here to see all the valid train routes that you can conveniently avail of with this pass!
Inclusions
- 5-Day JR Kansai Wide Area Pass:
- Reserved seats redeemable up to 6 times (If the number of rides exceeds the number of reserved seats, the original ticket can be used to board the unreserved train directly)
- Non-reserved seats on Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka to/from Okayama),
Express Trains Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, and Super Hakuto (Kyoto to/from Kamigori).
- Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, the Sanin Main Line between Hamasaka and Tottori, and West JR Bus services within the area
- Non-reserved seats on the Hello Kitty Shinkansen
- Non-reserved seats on Express Trains
- Special Rapid Services
- Rapid Services
- Local trains on JR-West Conventional lines
- JR Buses
Exclusions
- Attraction Tickets
- This pass is eligible only for non-Japanese passport holders with a Temporary Visitor Visa and a permanent residence outside of Japan for 6+ months.
- The reserved seat ticket can be redeemed six times. If the number of rides exceeds the number of reserved seats, the original ticket can be used to board the unreserved train directly
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- Go everywhere in Kansai, along with Hokuriku or Hiroshima between 4-7 days on trains, buses, and ferries with this super convenient pass.
- Cover so many places: pop by Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, etc in Kansai. Say hi to Fukui, or Toyama in Hokuriku, or the peace memorial at Hiroshima.
- Skip long ticketing lines and redeem your pass at conveniently located ticketing machines. Travel on world-class trains that are as fast as they're convenient.
- Go everywhere in Kansai, along with Hokuriku or Hiroshima between 4-7 days on trains, buses, and ferries with this super convenient pass.
- Cover so many places: pop by Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, etc in Kansai. Say hi to Fukui, or Toyama in Hokuriku, or the peace memorial at Hiroshima.
- Skip long ticketing lines and redeem your pass at conveniently located ticketing machines. Travel on world-class trains that are as fast as they're convenient.
Inclusions
- Hiroshima Pass(optional)
- Unlimited train rides in the areas here (route map)
- Unreserved seats on Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka ↔ Hiroshima), Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kuonotori, Super Hakuto Express Trains (Kyoto ↔ Kamigori)
- Special rapid services and local trains on JR West conventional lines
- JR West Miyajima ferry (Miyakimaguchi ↔ Miyajima)
- Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, the Sanin main line between Hamasaka and Tottori
- West JR and Chugoken JR bus services within the area
- Hokuriku Area Pass(optional)
- Bullet train Hokuriku shinkansen (Kanazawa-Joetsu-Myoko)
- Express trains (Haruka, Thunderbird, Kuroshio, Kounotori, Super Hakuto)
- Special rapid services, rapid services, and local trains on JR-WEST conventional lines
- West Japan JR bus route buses within the valid area
Exclusions
- Sanyo Shinkansen (Hiroshima ↔ Hakata)
- Tokaido Shinkansen (Shin- Osaka ↔ Tokyo)
- Kyushu Shinkansen (Hakata ↔ Kagoshima- Chuo)
- This pass is valid for non-Japanese passport holders. Please bring your travel documents: passports with valid visas, ID cards, etc. when you travel.
- Please check the official portal to know the updated operating hours of JR-ticket counters, so you can pick up your pass conveniently.
- These are the stations' operating hours.
You can use the pass for 4, 5, or 7 days (depending on the ticket selected).
You'll have to reserve your seats. You can collect reserved seats at the ticket office (at the station) by showing your JR Pass. You can also skip ticketing lines and collect your tickets at the reserved seat ticket machine
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Explore the major cities of Kansai and Hokuriku with the 7 Days Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass.
- Travel to places like Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, Kansai Airport, Himeji and Wakayama, Kanazawa and Joetsu-Myoko in a hassle-free manner with just one pass!
- Access rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, Express Trains, Rapid Services, and local trains.
- Visit iconic places like the Kenrokuen Garden, Eiheiji Temple, or the dinosaur museums in Katsuyama Fukui.
- This Area Pass gives you access to the Sanyo Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, Express Trains, and local trains, and makes for the easiest and fastest way to explore Kansai and Hokuriku.
- Explore the major cities of Kansai and Hokuriku with the 7 Days Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass.
- Travel to places like Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, Kansai Airport, Himeji and Wakayama, Kanazawa and Joetsu-Myoko in a hassle-free manner with just one pass!
- Access rides on the Sanyo Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, Express Trains, Rapid Services, and local trains.
- Visit iconic places like the Kenrokuen Garden, Eiheiji Temple, or the dinosaur museums in Katsuyama Fukui.
- This Area Pass gives you access to the Sanyo Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, Express Trains, and local trains, and makes for the easiest and fastest way to explore Kansai and Hokuriku.
Inclusions
Travel in:
- Bullet Train SANYO SHINKANSEN (Shin-Osaka-Okayama)
- Bullet Train HOKURIKU SHINKANSEN (Kanazawa-Joetsu-Myoko)
- Express Trains (HARUKA, THUNDERBIRD, KUROSHIO, KOUNOTORI, SUPER HAKUTO.)
- Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, and Local trains on JR-WEST Conventional lines
- WEST JAPAN JR BUS route buses within the valid area
Exclusions
Travel in:
- Bullet Train HOKURIKU SHINKANSEN (Joetsu-Myoko-Tokyo)
- Bullet Train TOKAIDO SHINKANSEN (Shin-Osaka-Tokyo)
- Bullet Train SANYO SHINKANSEN (Okayama-Hakata)
- IR Ishikawa Railway
- Ainokaze Toyama Railway
- This pass is only Valid only for non-Japanese passport holders with a "Temporary Visitor" Visa stamp on the passport. Non-Japanese passport holders with permanent residence in Japan cannot use this pass.
- View the operating hours of the train stations here.
- The pass is valid for the pass holder only.
- Please carry your passport along while traveling using the Area Pass.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 3 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Get 5 days to board Japan’s efficient and world-famous bullet trains to travel to multiple attractions in the Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area.
- Redeem your pass conveniently and explore the areas of Hiroshima, Onomichi, Hagi, Miyajima, and Yamaguchi.
- Board high-speed trains like the Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata), local trains, express trains, and more to reach your intended destination faster than ever.
- Get a chance to hop on the Hello Kitty Shinkansen for a fun ride, with colorful plush seats and interiors to transport you back to your childhood!
- Enjoy unlimited travel, 6 reserved seating opportunities, and rides aboard the Chugoku bus route, West Miyajima Ferry, Rapid Services, and more.
- Get 5 days to board Japan’s efficient and world-famous bullet trains to travel to multiple attractions in the Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area.
- Redeem your pass conveniently and explore the areas of Hiroshima, Onomichi, Hagi, Miyajima, and Yamaguchi.
- Board high-speed trains like the Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata), local trains, express trains, and more to reach your intended destination faster than ever.
- Get a chance to hop on the Hello Kitty Shinkansen for a fun ride, with colorful plush seats and interiors to transport you back to your childhood!
- Enjoy unlimited travel, 6 reserved seating opportunities, and rides aboard the Chugoku bus route, West Miyajima Ferry, Rapid Services, and more.
Inclusions
- 5-day unlimited travel in Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area
- Bullet Train Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata)
- Hello Kitty Shinkansen
- Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, & Super Hakuto Express trains
- Special rapid services & rapid services
- Local trains on JR-West Conventional lines
- Jr West Miyajima ferry (Miyajimaguchi⇔Miyajima)
- Chugoku JR route buses
Exclusions
- Bullet train Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Shin-Osaka)
- Bullet train Tokaido Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka - Tokyo)
- Bullet train Kyushu Shinkansen (Hakata- Kagoshima-Chuo)
- Click here to know more about the train routes.
- The experience is restricted for guests who are Japanese Passport holders or Non-Japanese passport holders with a permanent residence in Japan.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Spend 5 days exploring Okayama, Hiroshima, and Yamaguchi with an unlimited rail and bus pass.
- Board the the famed Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train in Japan to take advantage of up to 6 reserved seats without the hassle of making reservations.
- Save money by taking unlimited rides on express trains, special rapid services, local trains on the JR West Conventional lines, Chugoku JR route buses, and the luxurious Hello Kitty Shinkansen.
- Use the pass to take the JR West Miyajima Ferry to Miyajima Island and enjoy the stunning views.
- Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to honor the victims of the atomic blast and wander through the city's gorgeous Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park nearby.
- Tour the lovely Japanese gardens in Yamaguchi City, which date back to the 15th century. The Rurikoji Temple, one of the most stunning temples in Japan, is among the city's other attractions.
- Explore Okayama Castle, a magnificent example of feudal-era architecture, and Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens.
- Spend 5 days exploring Okayama, Hiroshima, and Yamaguchi with an unlimited rail and bus pass.
- Board the the famed Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train in Japan to take advantage of up to 6 reserved seats without the hassle of making reservations.
- Save money by taking unlimited rides on express trains, special rapid services, local trains on the JR West Conventional lines, Chugoku JR route buses, and the luxurious Hello Kitty Shinkansen.
- Use the pass to take the JR West Miyajima Ferry to Miyajima Island and enjoy the stunning views.
- Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum to honor the victims of the atomic blast and wander through the city's gorgeous Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park nearby.
- Tour the lovely Japanese gardens in Yamaguchi City, which date back to the 15th century. The Rurikoji Temple, one of the most stunning temples in Japan, is among the city's other attractions.
- Explore Okayama Castle, a magnificent example of feudal-era architecture, and Korakuen Garden, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens.
Inclusions
- 5-day unlimited travel in the Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi area
- Reserved and non-reserved seats on the following JR-West Conventional lines:
- Access to Jr West Miyajima ferry (Miyajimaguchi - Miyajima)
- Access to some Chugoku JR route buses
- Access to EKIRIN rent-a-cycle shop
Exclusions
- Bullet train Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka - Okayama)
- Conventional lines on Kyushu Island
- Attraction tickets
- Click here to know more about the train routes.
- This pass is valid only for non-Japanese passport holders, with a visa stamp saying 'Temporary Visitor' on the passport that you can secure at immigration.
- The experience is restricted for guests who are Japanese passport holders or non-Japanese passport holders with permanent residence in Japan.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Ready for a Japanese adventure? Snag the all-in-one JR pass and travel around the Land of the Rising Sun without breaking the bank!
- Zoom in style with access to the entire JR rail network and buses, ride the lightning-fast Shinkansen and glide to airports on Narita and Haruka Express trains.
- Cruise in cozy ordinary seats and pick your from 7, 14, or 21-day passes.
- No matter where you are, your physical Exchange Order will arrive to your door. Swap it for a real JR Pass at official exchange office – no extra fees, no fuss.
- Ready for a Japanese adventure? Snag the all-in-one JR pass and travel around the Land of the Rising Sun without breaking the bank!
- Zoom in style with access to the entire JR rail network and buses, ride the lightning-fast Shinkansen and glide to airports on Narita and Haruka Express trains.
- Cruise in cozy ordinary seats and pick your from 7, 14, or 21-day passes.
- No matter where you are, your physical Exchange Order will arrive to your door. Swap it for a real JR Pass at official exchange office – no extra fees, no fuss.
Inclusions
- Validity: 4/7/21 consecutive days
- 2nd (ordinary) class seats
- Access to unlimited train rides on JR lines, including Shinkansen, Limited Express, Express, rapid & local trains
- Access to local JR buses
- Access to JR Miyajima ferry rides
- Access to airport transfer trains (Narita Express and Haruka Express)
- Discounts across Japan on top attractions, hotels & ferry trips
- Special rates for youth and seniors
- Get full rail network details and route maps here
Exclusions
- Access to Nozomi and Mizuho trains
- Access to JR Bus Express bus routes
- After the booking confirmation, you’ll receive an Exchange Order via mail in just 2 weeks.
- When you arrive in Japan, simply trade your Exchange Order for a JR Pass at an official exchange office.
- You can activate your pass anytime within 3 months of the issue date. Also, during the activation time, you can choose your starting day anytime within 30 days – think flexible and the JR Pass is your answer.
- Seat reservations aren't mandatory, but if you want one, you can easily book a seat for free at the ticket office or reserved-seat ticket machines at the station.
- Make sure to book your JR Pass before heading to Japan. It's best to do it at least 2 weeks in advance to give enough time for your Exchange Order to arrive.
- The pass is available only for non-Japanese passport holders with a "Temporary Visitor" visa stamp.
- Most Shinkansen and limited express trains offer wheelchair-accessible seats. To use these seats, reserve them at any JR ticket office (Midori-no-madoguchi). Note that if accessible seats are full, you may not be able to board your desired train.
- Wheelchairs must meet specific size and feature requirements. Generally, power wheelchairs with steering wheels aren’t allowed, but they may be permitted under certain conditions.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 3 months.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Travel around Japan like a pro with the JR Pass, your ticket to easy, pocket-friendly travel. Say hello to adventure and goodbye to budget worries.
- Gain unlimited access to train rides and buses on JR lines and tour seamlessly on Shinkansen trains and airport transfers on the Narita and Haruka Express.
- Sit comfortably: there's plenty of legroom in the Green class coaches and choose between 7, 14, and 21-day passes depending on your itinerary.
- Enjoy convenient door-delivery of your pass everywhere in the world. It'll reach you well before you travel to Japan.
- Travel around Japan like a pro with the JR Pass, your ticket to easy, pocket-friendly travel. Say hello to adventure and goodbye to budget worries.
- Gain unlimited access to train rides and buses on JR lines and tour seamlessly on Shinkansen trains and airport transfers on the Narita and Haruka Express.
- Sit comfortably: there's plenty of legroom in the Green class coaches and choose between 7, 14, and 21-day passes depending on your itinerary.
- Enjoy convenient door-delivery of your pass everywhere in the world. It'll reach you well before you travel to Japan.
Inclusions
- Validity: 4/7/21 consecutive days
- Green (first) class seats
- Access to unlimited train rides on JR lines, including Shinkansen, Limited Express, Express, rapid & local trains
- Access to local JR buses
- Access to JR Miyajima ferry rides
- Access to airport transfer trains (Narita Express and Haruka Express)
- Discounts across Japan on top attractions, hotels & ferry trips
- Special rates for youth and seniors
- Get full rail network details and route maps here
Exclusions
- Access to Nozomi and Mizuho trains
- Access to JR Bus Express bus routes
- After the booking confirmation, you’ll receive an Exchange Order via mail in just 2 weeks.
- When you arrive in Japan, simply trade your Exchange Order for a JR Pass at an official exchange office.
- You can activate your pass anytime within 3 months of the issue date. Also, during the activation time, you can choose your starting day anytime within 30 days – think flexible and the JR Pass is your answer.
- Seat reservations aren't mandatory, but if you want one, you can easily book a seat for free at the ticket office or reserved-seat ticket machines at the station.
- Make sure to book your JR Pass before heading to Japan. It's best to do it at least 2 weeks in advance to give enough time for your Exchange Order to arrive.
- The pass is available only for non-Japanese passport holders with a "Temporary Visitor" visa stamp.
- Most Shinkansen and limited express trains offer wheelchair-accessible seats. To use these seats, reserve them at any JR ticket office (Midori-no-madoguchi). Note that if accessible seats are full, you may not be able to board your desired train.
- Wheelchairs must meet specific size and feature requirements. Generally, power wheelchairs with steering wheels aren’t allowed, but they may be permitted under certain conditions.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 3 months.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Here's your pocket-friendly 5-day rail pass to soak in the charms of Japan's eastern regions: Tohoku or Nagano + Niigata, starting from Narita/Haneda Airport.
- Exclusive to tourists, this pass offers unlimited access to top-notch railway networks including the Narita Express, the Izu Kyuko lines, and the Shinkansen.
- Choose between rail passes for equally stunning regions: the northeastern region of Tohoku or the Nagano and Niigata areas for your 5-day adventure.
- Here's your pocket-friendly 5-day rail pass to soak in the charms of Japan's eastern regions: Tohoku or Nagano + Niigata, starting from Narita/Haneda Airport.
- Exclusive to tourists, this pass offers unlimited access to top-notch railway networks including the Narita Express, the Izu Kyuko lines, and the Shinkansen.
- Choose between rail passes for equally stunning regions: the northeastern region of Tohoku or the Nagano and Niigata areas for your 5-day adventure.
Inclusions
- Unlimited access to select rail lines in:
- Nagano and Niigata areas or Tohoku area
- Either pass is valid for 5 consecutive days
- Please click here to find the detailed map and route.
- Tip: Have your itinerary on you so the staff can help you board the trains seamlessly.
- This pass is exclusive to non-Japanese passport holders and restricted to one per person.
- Please click here to find the detailed route map.
- Please carry your passport and receipt of the voucher while using this pass.
- You can use the pass for 5 consecutive days once activated.
- You'll have to reserve your seats. You can collect reserved seats at the ticket office (at the station) by showing your JR Pass. You can also skip ticketing lines and collect your tickets at the reserved seat ticket machine.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 3 months.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
- Check out what's hot in the land of fire – Kyushu for 3, 5, or 7 days with this rail pass granting you access to all major railways in Japan's southernmost island.
- Travel via Shimonoseki, local trains, express trains, and bullet trains of the Hakata - Kagoshima-chuo line using this pass, valid exclusively for tourists visiting Japan.
- There's so much to see in Kyushu, like the Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso (one of the world's largest active volcanoes), and more. Pick between the North or South, or see it all.
- Check out what's hot in the land of fire – Kyushu for 3, 5, or 7 days with this rail pass granting you access to all major railways in Japan's southernmost island.
- Travel via Shimonoseki, local trains, express trains, and bullet trains of the Hakata - Kagoshima-chuo line using this pass, valid exclusively for tourists visiting Japan.
- There's so much to see in Kyushu, like the Kumamoto Castle, Mount Aso (one of the world's largest active volcanoes), and more. Pick between the North or South, or see it all.
Inclusions
Inclusions
All Kyushu Pass
- Trains within the Kyushu (Hakata - Miyazaki Airport stations) area including Shimonoseki
- Unlimited reserved and non-reserved seats
South Kyushu Pass
- Trains between Oita, Kumamoto, Kagoshima-Chuo, Miyazaki, and Miyazaki Airport stations
- Unlimited reserved and non-reserved seats (redeemable up to 6 times)
North Kyushu Pass
- Trains between Hakata, Kokura, Mojikō, Saga, Nagasaki, Sasebo, and Beppu stations
- Unlimited non-reserved and reserved seats (redeemable up to 6 times)
Note: Seats can only be reserved on Shinkansen (Mizuho, Sakura, Tsubame, and Kamome bullet trains) and limited express trains.
Exclusions
- JR Kyushu buses
- B&S Miyazaki buses
- Cruise Train Seven Stars in Kyushu
- ARU RESSHA (Sweet Train)
- Shinkansen (bullet train) between Hakata and Kokura
- Access to Green Cars (private room/compartment)
- This pass is only valid for non-Japanese passport holders with a Temporary Visitor stamp. Permanent citizens of Japan including non-Japanese passport holders cannot use this pass.
- Please ensure that you receive a stamp or seal from airport staff indicating that you are a 'temporary visitor'. Ensure that you approach personnel if entering via an automated gate to receive the stamp/certificate.
- The pass is valid for 3, 5, or 7 consecutive days (depending on your selection) once activated.
- You can use the pass for 3, 5, or 7 days (depending on the ticket selected).
- You'll have to reserve your seats. You can collect reserved seats at the ticket office (at the station) by showing your JR Pass. You can also skip ticketing lines and collect your tickets at the reserved seat ticket machine.
- These tickets can’t be cancelled. However, you can use them any time within the next 3 months.
- These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
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JR West Kansai Area Rail Pass
This 1/2/3 day pass grants you unlimited rides on JR West trains, including Rapid and Special Rapid Services and express services like the Haruka Limited Express connecting Kansai International Airport directly to Kyoto.
- Validity: 1/2/3 day
- All areas covered: Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Himeji, Wakayama and Otsu
- Shinkansen Access: No
- JR train access: Trains in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Himeji, Wakayama, and Otsu, including the Express Haruka train, the Special Rapid Services train, the Rapid Services train, and local trains on JR-West Conventional Lines. Plus, Kyoto JR buses.
- Major junctions: Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station
5-Day JR Kansai Wide Area Pass
This 5-day pass grants you unlimited rides on JR West trains, Rapid Services, Sanyo Shinkansen, and buses within the Kansai region, including express services like the Haruka Limited Express.
- Validity: 5 days
- All areas covered: This pass includes coverage for the entire region, including the cities of Tottori, Himeji, and Shingu, in addition to all areas covered by the JR West Kansai Area Rail Pass.
- Shinkansen Access: Yes. Shinkansen services from Kyoto and Shin-Osaka.
- JR train access: Express Trains Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, and Super Hakuto (Kyoto to/from Kamigori), Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, the Sanin Main Line between Hamasaka and Tottori, and West JR Bus services within the area, Non-reserved seats on the Hello Kitty Shinkansen, non-reserved seats on Express Trains, Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, local trains on JR-West Conventional lines, and JR Buses.
- Major junctions: Kyoto Station, Osaka Station, and Okayama Station for line changes.
JR Pass: Kansai with Hiroshima or Hokuriku
This flexible 4-day JR West Pass offers the perfect solution! Explore Kansai's captivating cultural and historical tapestry, and then venture west to see either Hiroshima or Hokuriku – the choice is yours.
- Validity: 4-7 days
- All areas covered: Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Himeji, Fukui, Toyama, Wakayama and Otsu
- Shinkansen Access: Yes. Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka ↔ Hiroshima), Hokuriku shinkansen (Kanazawa-Joetsu-Myoko)
- JR train access: Hokuriku Shinkansen, Sanyo Shinkansen, Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kuonotori, Super Hakuto Express Trains, JR West special rapid services and local trains, Kyoto Tango Railway, Wakayama Electric Railway, & the Sanin Line. West JR & Chugoken JR buses, and the JR West Miyajima ferry.
- Major junctions: Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station for line changes for both Hiroshima and Hokuriku
7 Days Kansai-Hokuriku Area Pass
Enjoy all of Kansai — from Osaka, and Kyoto, to Nara. Then, visit Hokuriku, known for the magnificent Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Explore via the Sanyo Shinkansen, Hokuriku Shinkansen, express trains, and local trains.
- Validity: 7 days
- All areas covered: Kansai region, featuring Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, and Himeji, as well as the Hokuriku region, covering cities like Kanazawa and Toyama.
- Shinkansen Access: Yes. Shinkansen services from Kyoto to Kanazawa and Toyama.
- JR train access: Bullet Train Sanyo Shinkansen (Shin-Osaka-Okayama), Bullet Train Hokuriku Shinkansen (Kanazawa-Joetsu-Myoko), Express Trains (Haruka, Thunderbird, Kuroshio, Kounotori, Super Hakuto), Special Rapid Services, Rapid Services, and Local trains on JR-West Conventional lines and West Japan JR Bus route buses within the valid area.
- Major junctions: Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station for line changes.
5-Day JR Hiroshima Yamaguchi Area Pass
Hop on the Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata) and even the Hello Kitty Shinkansen, local trains, express trains, and buses. The JR Hiroshima Yamaguchi Area Pass comes with benefits including 6 times of reserved seating, unlimited travel, and trips on the Chugoku bus route, West Miyajima Ferry, and Rapid Services, among other things.
- Validity: 5 days
- All areas covered: Hiroshima, Onomichi, Hagi, Miyajima, and Yamaguchi.
- Shinkansen Access: Yes. Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata)
- JR train access: Bullet Train Sanyo Shinkansen (Mihara - Hakata), Hello Kitty Shinkansen, Haruka, Kuroshio, Thunderbird, Kounotori, and Super Hakuto Express trains, Special Rapid Services & Rapid Services, Local trains on JR-West Conventional lines, JR West Miyajima ferry (Miyajimaguch i↔ Miyajima), Chugoku JR route buses.
- Major junctions: Hiroshima Station for line changes.
5-Day JR Okayama-Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area Pass
This pass unlocks unlimited rides on JR West trains and buses. Travel on the renowned Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train and benefit from up to six reserved seats without having to bother about making reservations. Don't miss the Hello Kitty Shinkansen, Chugoku JR route buses, special rapid services, and even the JR West Miyajima Ferry.
- Validity: 5 days
- All areas covered: Okayama and its surroundings, Hiroshima, and Yamaguchi prefecture.
- Shinkansen Access: Yes. Shinkansen services from Okayama to Hiroshima.
- JR train access: Sanyo Shinkansen bullet train, unlimited rides on express trains, special rapid services, local trains on the JR West Conventional lines, Chugoku JR route buses, and the luxurious Hello Kitty Shinkansen, JR West Miyajima ferry (Miyajimaguchi - Miyajima), access to some Chugoku JR route buses.
- Major junctions: Okayama Station and Hiroshima Station for line transfers
Areas covered with the JR West Pass
Osaka
Japan's energetic second city, Osaka, is famous for its lively nightlife, street food (takoyaki!), and Dotombori district.
Don’t Miss:
- Dotonbori district
- Takoyaki
Kyoto
Kyoto is a city steeped in tradition and history, considered the cultural capital of Japan. It was the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years, from 794 to 1868.
Don’t Miss:
- Kiyomizu-dera temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Traditional Geisha performance in the Gion district
Kobe
Kobe is a renowned cosmopolitan harbor city famous for its delicious Kobe beef and scenic harbor views.
Don’t Miss:
- Kobe Harbor Cruise
- Kobe beef
Nara
Nara is home to playful sika deer and the Todai-ji temple with its colossal bronze Buddha statue.
Don’t Miss:
- Todai-ji temple
- Nara Park
Wakayama
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Mount Koya and Koyasan cable car in Wakayama, or unwind in Shirahama's beach resorts.
Don’t Miss:
- Mount Koya and Koyasan cable car
- Shirahama ramen
Hokuriku
The Hokuriku region is known for its picturesque countryside, serene hot springs, and the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.
Don’t Miss:
- Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Japan
- Hokuriku black beef
Hiroshima
Hiroshima, a city of historical significance, is known for the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
Don’t Miss:
- Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum
- Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
Miyajima Island
Home to Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima Island is a captivating vermilion gate floating on the water.
Don’t Miss:
- Itsukushima Shrine
- Traditional Japanese meal at a ryokan (inn)
Kanazawa
Nicknamed "Little Kyoto" for its geisha districts, Kanazawa boasts traditional gardens, and Kenroku-en, one of Japan's Three Great Gardens.
Don’t Miss:
- Kenroku-en Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Traditional tea ceremony in a serene teahouse
Toyama
Explore the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, visit the Amahare Gassho-style village, or see the magnificent Tateyama Caldera while visiting Toyama.
Don’t Miss:
- Amahare Gassho-style village
- Toyama black curry
Fukui
Visit the serene Eiheiji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, of Fukui, or hike the Echizen Cape for stunning coastal views.
Don’t Miss:
- Eiheiji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Echizen soba noodles
Yamaguchi City
Discover hidden gems in Yamaguchi City, like samurai districts and beautifully preserved historical sites.
Don’t Miss:
- Kikko Park
- Yamaguchi's Kawara soba
Okayama
Explore the captivating Korakuen Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing Japanese garden design in Okayama.
Don’t Miss:
- Korakuen Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Kibi dango, sweet rice dumplings made with millet flour
How to buy & activate a JR West Pass
Excited to explore western Japan with the JR West Pass? Here's a breakdown of the purchasing and activation process:
Purchasing your JR West Pass
- Consider factors like duration and specific areas you want to explore before selecting your JR West Pass. Purchase your preferred JR West Pass online well in advance.
- Upon successful purchase, you'll receive a confirmation email with a voucher or exchange order. Print or save a digital copy of this document for easy access.
Activating your JR West Pass
- You can only activate your JR West Pass once you arrive in Japan. Head to any JR West office located in major train stations across western Japan, or visit a designated JR West ticket office within a JR West train station.
- Show your passport (immigration stamp required) and your JR West Pass voucher/exchange order to the staff.
- Inform the staff of your desired activation date. You can activate your pass up to 30 days after the exchange date, allowing you some flexibility in planning your exploration.
Collect your JR West Pass
- To exchange the voucher for a physical pass, please present it on your phone at the correct ticket counter along with a legitimate photo ID.
- JR West staff will verify your documents and activate your pass. You'll then receive your physical JR West Pass, ready to unlock your Western Japan adventure!
Additional information for booking your JR West Pass
- Non-Japanese passport holders only: Only non-Japanese passport-holders may use this pass. Please do not forget to bring your passports and ID cards with current visas with you when you depart.
- Details matter: Submit accurate personal data and details about yourself, such as your name and residential address, that can be validated with your passport. For a seamless exchange, make sure you have both your passport and Temporary Visitor Stamp.
- Activate when in Japan: The JR West Pass can only be activated once while in Japan, so keep that in mind. Choose an activation date that fits your travel schedule to maximize the validity period.
- Unlimited rides: You are free to use the pass as frequently as you would like, as long as it is still valid. All you need to do is turn it on once. It doesn't need to be stamped at every station.
- Connectivity: For convenient access to maps and timetables, Japan offers free Wi-Fi in public spaces, such as train stations. Familiarize yourself with the JR West train and bus network within the designated area covered by your chosen pass. This ensures you're maximizing the reach and value of your JR West Pass.
Top sights & things to do in West Japan
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Frequently asked questions about your JR West Pass
Is the JR West Pass really worth it?
The JR West Pass is absolutely worth it, especially if you plan on doing a lot of traveling between cities in western Japan. Consider the cost of individual tickets for your planned journeys compared to the fixed price of the JR West Pass. Additionally, factor in the convenience of unlimited rides within the designated area.
My chosen JR West Pass covers the Shinkansen. Does it automatically include reserved seating, or do I need to make separate reservations?
No, the JR West Pass itself does not include reserved seating on Shinkansen bullet trains. While the JR West Pass grants unlimited rides, some trains, particularly express services, require reserved seating. To secure your spot, especially during peak seasons, make separate reservations online or at JR stations.
Does the JR West Pass cover any local JR buses or other modes of transport?
Yes, depending on the specific JR West Pass you choose. Some passes grant unlimited rides on JR West local buses within the designated area, allowing you to explore charming towns and hidden gems beyond major train stations.
Can I use the JR West Pass on non-consecutive days?
Unfortunately, JR West Passes cannot be used on non-consecutive days. Once activated, the pass is valid for unlimited travel within the designated area for the consecutive number of days purchased.
Is there a way to extend the pass or purchase additional days?
No, there is currently no option to extend the validity period of your JR West Pass or purchase additional days once you've purchased your chosen pass. However, JR West offers various pass durations, so consider selecting the one that best aligns with your travel timeframe.
Are there any scenic train rides included with the JR West Pass?
Absolutely! The JR West Pass grants access to many scenic train rides, including sections of the Sanyo Shinkansen line, offering breathtaking views of Mount Fuji on clear days. Consider a ride on the Sagano Scenic Railway for a slower, more relaxed journey through stunning gorges and vibrant scenery.
What’s not covered by the JR West Pass?
The JR West Pass does not cover reserved seating on Shinkansen bullet trains, express surcharges on limited express trains, private train lines not operated by JR West, highway buses, airplane tickets, ferry tickets, or any additional transportation fees outside the designated JR West Pass area.
What happens if I lose my JR West Pass?
Unfortunately, lost JR West passes cannot be replaced or refunded. It's highly recommended to keep your pass safe and readily accessible throughout your trip. Consider taking a picture of your pass as a backup in case of emergencies.