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How the JR Pass is priced
Ordinary 7 day: 50,000 yen. 14 day: 80,000 yen. 21 day: 100,000 yen. Green pass adds around 30 percent. Children pay half.
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JR Pass vs individual tickets: which is cheaper?
The price gap between a Japan Rail Pass and a stack of single tickets can be hundreds of euros, in either direction. Here are real numbers for the most common trips so you can decide.
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Classic itineraries compared
- Tokyo, Kyoto, Tokyo: around 28,300 yen in single tickets vs 50,000 yen for a 7 day pass. Single tickets win.
- Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Tokyo: around 53,000 yen vs 50,000 yen. Pass wins.
- Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo: around 58,000 yen vs 50,000 yen. Pass wins comfortably.
- Tokyo, Sapporo and back: around 56,000 yen vs 50,000 yen. Pass wins.
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When single tickets are better
If you stay mostly in Tokyo or only visit two nearby cities, individual tickets work out cheaper. Regional passes like the Tokyo Wide Pass or Kansai Pass also beat the nationwide JR Pass for short stays.
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The hidden value of the JR Pass
- Unlimited JR local trains in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.
- Narita Express and Haruka airport trains included.
- Free seat reservations.
- No queues at ticket machines.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Is the JR Pass cheaper than buying separately?
Yes for multi city trips with at least one long shinkansen leg and a return. No for single city stays.
Where do I order the JR Pass?
From GetJRPass. We ship the official exchange voucher worldwide and provide step by step activation instructions.
Can I combine a JR Pass with regional passes?
Yes. Many travellers add a Hokkaido or Kyushu pass for a final week of regional travel.
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