Japan Rail Pass
The Japan Rail Pass issued by the JR Group is a very economical and convenient train pass for travelers. The Rail Pass allows unlimited use of JR trains (with the exception of the newest super-express Shinkansen train, the “Nozomi”), as well as JR-affiliated buses and ferries. Since the Japan Rail Pass is intended mainly, with some exceptions, for foreign tourists who will stay in Japan for a short period for sightseeing, a Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order must first be purchased in your or another country before coming to Japan. The Exchange Order is then exchanged for your Japan Rail Pass after you enter Japan.
Only foreign travelers with “temporary visitor” entry status stamped in their passports can purchase the Japan Rail Pass. After you arrive in Japan, go to one of the authorized JR Ticket Offices or Travel Service Centers and exchange your Exchange Order for the Japan Rail Pass. Although there is some inconvenience in that the purchase and exchange of the Exchange Order must be taken care of by the user himself/herself, the Japan Rail Pass is a very attractive offer for those who wish to travel within Japan using JR transportation.
Access to Aichi Prefecture (Nagoya)
Japan Rail Pass Prices
| Valid Period | Ordinary (coach class) | Green Car (first class) |
|---|---|---|
| 7-day period | ¥28,300 | ¥37,800 |
| 14-day period | ¥45,100 | ¥61,200 |
| 21-day period | ¥57,700 | ¥79,600 |
Regional Japan Rail Passes
Although there are a few restrictions, the regional Japan Rail Passes introduced below are economical and convenient choices for those planning to travel to regional areas in Japan. The JR East Pass is convenient for those traveling north or east from Tokyo (excluding Hokkaido). The JR West Pass is beneficial for those going to areas west of Kansai International Airport, and the JR Kyushu Pass for those wishing to travel around Kyushu.
Price Rates for JR East Pass
Ordinary (coach class)
| Valid Period | Adults (age 26 and over) | Youths (12-25) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day period | ¥20,000 | ¥16,000 | ¥10,000 |
| 10-day period | ¥32,000 | ¥25,000 | ¥16,000 |
| Optional 4-day period | ¥20,000 | ¥16,000 | ¥10,000 |
Green car (first class)
| Valid Period | Adults (age 26 and over) | Youths (12-25) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day period | ¥28,000 | ¥14,000 | |
| 10-day period | ¥44,800 | ¥22,400 | |
| Optional 4-day period | ¥28,000 | ¥14,000 |
Price Rates for JR West Pass
Sanyo Area Pass - JR regular-class trains
| Valid Period | General (age 12 and over) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|
| 4-day period | ¥20,000 | ¥10,000 |
| 8-day period | ¥30,000 | ¥15,000 |
Kansai Area Pass - JR regular-class trains
| Valid Period | General (age 12 and over) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-day period | ¥2,000 | ¥1,000 |
| 4-day period | ¥6,000 | ¥3,000 |
| Valid Period | Adults (age 26 and over) | Youths (12-25) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day period | ¥20,000 | ¥16,000 | ¥10,000 |
| 10-day period | ¥32,000 | ¥25,000 | ¥16,000 |
| Optional 4-day period | ¥20,000 | ¥16,000 | ¥10,000 |
| Valid Period | General (age 12 and over) | Children (6-11) |
|---|---|---|
| 5-day period | ¥28,000 | ¥14,000 |
| 10-day period | ¥44,800 | ¥22,400 |
| Optional 4-day period | ¥28,000 | ¥14,000 |
Price Rates for JR Kyushu Pass
JR regular-class trains
| Valid Period | General (age 12 and over) |
|---|---|
| 5-day period | ¥15,000 |
| 7-day period | ¥20,800 |
| *Half price for children ages 6-11 | |
Purchasing Japan Rail Passes
Exchange Orders for Japan Rail Passes can be purchased at the overseas offices of JTB, Nippon Travel Agency, Kinki Nihon Tourist, Tokyu Tourist Corp., and their affiliated travel agents. JAL’s overseas offices also handle Japan Rail Passes.
For more information about Japan Rail Passes, go to:
http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/index.html
For further information about JR West Passes, see:
http://www.westjr.co.jp/english/english/index.html
as of March 2004
