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Regional Pass

JR Kansai Area Pass 👋🏻

Regional Pass

JR Kansai Area Pass

The JR Kansai Area Pass is a specialized rail pass specifically designed for tourists who are traveling within the Kansai region of Japan. This pass is offered by JR West and it grants unlimited access to JR regional trains, buses, and even some rapid transit services across cities such as Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara. The pass is a cost-effective way for visitors to explore the cultural and historical treasures of Kansai while its convenience eliminates the need for individual ticket purchases, making transit seamless. 

The pass is available for purchase for 1, 2, 3, or 4 consecutive days, depending on the user’s preference.

The Kansai Area Pass is only available to non-Japanese passport holders under the entry status of “Temporary Visitor”.

You can NOT purchase a Kansai Area Pass if you meet the following:

  • excluded
    Japanese Citizen
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    Work visa
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    Student visa
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    Any other visa than Temporary Visitor.

This is included:

  • included
    Unlimited rides on local JR lines.
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    Local JR West busses.
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    Haruka Kansai Airport Express (non-reserved seats)
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    Special Rapid, Rapid Services, Local train on JR West conventional lines.

This is excluded:

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    Shinkansen lines are not included.
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    Express Trains
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    Expressway buses

Refund in Japan:

Your Kansai Area Pass can be refunded and returned within 90 days of purchase at any Station that exchange the voucher. JR will charge you a 10% processing fee on each Rail Pass.

Refund outside of Japan:

Our normal return and refund policy applies. Feel free to read more about our return policy here.

No refund or re-issue if:

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    Pass has been lost
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    Pass has been damaged
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    Pass has been activated

Tickets

The numbers below include tickets for this event already in your cart. Clicking "Get Tickets" will allow you to edit any existing attendee information as well as change ticket quantities.
Adult - 1 day
Kansai Area Pass
18
Unlimited
Adult - 2 days
Kansai Area Pass
32
Unlimited
Adult - 3 days
Kansai Area Pass
38
Unlimited
Adult - 4 days
Kansai Area Pass
46
Unlimited
Child - 1 day
Kansai Area Pass
9
Unlimited
Child - 2 days
Kansai Area Pass
16
Unlimited
Child - 3 days
Kansai Area Pass
19
Unlimited
Child - 4 days
Kansai Area Pass
23
Unlimited

Children under the age of 6 ride for free. Children above the age of 12 are considered adults.

What is a Kansai Area Pass?

The JR Kansai Area Pass is the ultimate tool for travelers who want to explore the amazing Kansai region of Japan. It covers a huge area, including some of the coolest cities like Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, and Nara. With the pass, you can travel an unlimited number of times on JR regional trains, select bus routes, and rapid transit lines. This means you can easily check out ancient temples, modern cityscapes, and peaceful landscapes without any hassle.

You can choose from different durations of the pass, depending on how long you want to stay. It’s perfect for both short and long-term travelers, so you can make the most of your visit. With the pass, you can save a ton of money and time. No more worrying about buying multiple tickets or understanding complicated fares. Just hop on and off the trains as you please, and explore the region in your own way.

The Kansai region has something for everyone, from Kyoto’s historical vibe with its amazing temples and shrines to Osaka’s lively city life and delicious food. The JR Kansai Area Pass lets you discover it all, without any travel constraints. It’s not just a ticket; it’s your passport to the heart and soul of Kansai, promising an authentic experience of its many cultural, historical, and modern attractions.