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Age rules
- Under 6: free, sharing a seat with an adult.
- 6 to 11: child JR Pass at 50 percent of the adult price.
- 12 and over: full adult pass required.
JR Pass for children: rules, prices and tips
Travelling Japan with kids? The JR Pass has clear rules for children, with a 50 percent discount and free rides for the youngest. Here is what you need to know.
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Child pass prices for 2026
- 7 day ordinary child: 25,000 yen.
- 14 day ordinary child: 40,000 yen.
- 21 day ordinary child: 50,000 yen.
- Green car child pass also at half price.
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Tips for family travel
- Reserve seats so the family sits together, free with the pass.
- Strollers fit at the end of each shinkansen carriage.
- Most JR stations have family restrooms and nursing rooms.
- Use IC cards for kids on subways and private lines.
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Order child passes from GetJRPass
Add adult and child passes in the same order. We ship both vouchers together so you exchange them in one stop on arrival.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Does my toddler need a JR Pass?
Children under 6 ride free if they share your seat. Buy a child pass only if they need their own reserved seat.
What proof of age do I need?
Bring the child's passport. Staff check the date of birth at the exchange counter.
Can teenagers get a discount?
From age 12 they pay the adult price. There is no separate teenager rate.
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