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Price
- Ordinary 14 day pass: 80,000 yen.
- Green 14 day pass: 110,000 yen.
- Children 6 to 11: half price.
14 day JR Pass: full breakdown for longer trips
The 14 day JR Pass is the sweet spot for travellers spending two to three weeks in Japan. Here is the cost, coverage and the trips it unlocks.
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Why 14 days makes sense
Two weeks gives time for the Golden Route plus one bonus region: Hokkaido, Kyushu, or the Japan Alps. The pass cost works out lower per ride and you skip the headache of buying tickets at every station.
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Sample 14 day itinerary
- Days 1 to 4: Tokyo and a day trip to Hakone or Nikko.
- Days 5 to 7: Kyoto, Nara and Osaka.
- Day 8: Hiroshima and Miyajima.
- Days 9 to 11: Hakata, Nagasaki, Kumamoto.
- Days 12 to 14: Sendai, Hakodate or back to Tokyo.
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Save money vs single tickets
Single tickets for this kind of itinerary easily top 90,000 yen. The 14 day pass at 80,000 yen also covers urban JR lines, so daily commuting in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka is free too.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Can I take a break mid pass?
Yes, the 14 days run consecutively from activation. Plan rest days within the window.
Does it cover Hokkaido?
Yes, including the shinkansen to Hakodate and JR local lines on the island.
When should I activate it?
On the day of your first long shinkansen ride, not earlier.
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