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    JR Pass types

    • All passes

      Compare all JR Pass options

    • Ordinary pass

      7, 14 or 21-day ordinary car

    • Green pass

      Premium first-class seating

    • Regional pass

      Area-specific rail passes

    About JR Pass

    • What is Green Pass?

      Benefits of Green Car

    • Compare the passes

      Green vs Ordinary comparison

    • How to order

      Step-by-step ordering guide

    Eligibility

    • Internet in Japan

      Stay connected on your trip

    • Eligible

      Who can use a JR Pass?

    • Japanese citizen

      Rules for Japanese nationals

    Unlimited Japan rail travel
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    Unlimited Japan rail travel

    Get your JR Pass and explore Japan by train. Fast, convenient, and cost-effective.

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    Connectivity

    • Train maps

      JR rail network maps

    • Pocket WiFi

      Portable internet device

    • eSIM

      Digital SIM for your phone

    • Internet in Japan

      Stay connected on your trip

    Itineraries

    • Travel itinerary

      Pre-planned travel routes

    • Custom itinerary

      Create your own route

    Train information

    • Train types

      Shinkansen, express & local trains

    • Nozomi & Mizuho

      Fastest trains (not covered)

    • Luggage on Shinkansen

      Baggage rules & reservations

    • Narita Express

      Airport to Tokyo guide

    • Hello Kitty Shinkansen

      Themed bullet train

    Master the Shinkansen

    Master the Shinkansen

    Everything you need to know about riding Japan's famous bullet trains.

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    Travel tips

    • First time in Japan

      Essential tips for newcomers

    • All articles

      Browse every JR Pass guide

    • JR Pass discount

      Available discounts and deals

    • Good to know

      Important travel information

    Recommendations

    • APA Hotel

      Budget-friendly hotel chain

    • Rooftop bars

      Best views in Japan

    • Buy watches in Japan

      Watch shopping guide

    • Buy luxury bags in Japan

      Luxury bag shopping guide

    First time in Japan

    First time in Japan

    Essential tips and guides for first-time visitors to Japan.

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    Insider tips

    Insider tips

    Local secrets and recommendations for the best Japan experience.

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    Major cities

    • All destinations

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    • Tokyo

      Japan's bustling capital

    • Kyoto

      Ancient temples & traditions

    • Osaka

      Food & entertainment hub

    • Hiroshima

      Peace & history

    More destinations

    • Fukuoka

      Kyushu's largest city

    • Nagoya

      Central Japan gateway

    • Sapporo

      Hokkaido's capital

    • Kanazawa

      Traditional crafts & gardens

    • Nara

      Ancient capital & deer park

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    • Okinawa

      Tropical paradise

    • Yokohama

      Port city near Tokyo

    • Sendai

      Gateway to Tohoku

    • Kobe

      Famous for beef & harbor

    • Nagasaki

      History & harbor views

    Discover Kyoto
    Editor's pick

    Discover Kyoto

    Temples, gardens, and timeless traditions in Japan's cultural heart.

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    Tokyo adventures

    Tokyo adventures

    From Shibuya to Senso-ji, explore the world's largest city.

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    Popular attractions

    • All attractions

      Discover Japan's best spots

    • Mt. Fuji

      Japan's iconic mountain

    • Fushimi Inari

      Thousand torii gates

    • Senso-ji Temple

      Tokyo's oldest temple

    Must-see spots

    • Arashiyama

      Bamboo groves & monkeys

    • Dotonbori

      Osaka's neon food street

    • Kinkaku-ji

      The Golden Pavilion

    • Shibuya Sky

      Tokyo's best viewpoint

    Experiences

    • Super Nintendo World

      Gaming theme park

    • Street kart

      Mario Kart experience

    • Gyu-Kaku

      Japanese BBQ dining

    • Konoha Village

      Naruto theme park

    Climb Mt. Fuji

    Climb Mt. Fuji

    Japan's highest peak awaits. Plan your unforgettable climb.

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    Walk the torii gates

    Walk the torii gates

    Experience Fushimi Inari's magical vermillion pathway.

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      Return policy info

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      Immigration & customs app

    • Tools

      Helpful travel tools

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    Useful tools for Japan travel

    Travel tools

    Useful resources for your Japan trip

    The tools we actually use in Japan

    A short list of apps and websites we use ourselves and recommend to every traveler. Two are built by us, the rest are widely used favorites that pair well with the Japan Rail Pass.

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    Built by us for Japan travelers

    UseJapan - Plan your trip

    UseJapan is our own free trip planner for Japan. Build a full day-by-day itinerary, calculate train distances and pass savings, and get tailored route suggestions across all major cities. Perfect for first-timers wondering whether the Japan Rail Pass is worth it for their route.

    • Day-by-day itinerary builder
    • Pass vs single ticket cost calculator
    • Distances and travel times across Japan
    • Free, no account required
    Open UseJapan
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    Built by us for contactless travel

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    NFCJP - Suica and IC card guide

    NFCJP helps you set up and top up a digital Suica or Pasmo IC card on your phone before you arrive in Japan. Tap through ticket gates, vending machines and convenience stores without queueing for a physical card. Step by step instructions for both iPhone and Android.

    • Set up Suica and Pasmo on iPhone or Android
    • Top up with foreign credit cards
    • Skip ticket machine queues at every station
    • Works for trains, buses and shopping
    Open NFCJPApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Check if Fuji is visible before you go

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    Mount Fuji Today - Live view and weather

    Mount Fuji Today shows live cameras and verified weather forecasts around Mount Fuji for today and the coming days. See whether the mountain is visible before you travel to Kawaguchiko, Hakone or Fujinomiya.

    • Live camera views around Mount Fuji
    • Visibility and weather forecast for the coming days
    • Best viewpoints and timing tips
    Open Mount Fuji TodayApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Family travel made easy

    KidzJapan - Japan with kids app icon

    KidzJapan - Japan with kids

    KidzJapan helps families plan a trip to Japan with children. Find kid friendly attractions, playgrounds, family restaurants and practical tips for traveling with strollers on trains.

    • Kid friendly attractions and activities
    • Practical tips for trains and strollers
    • Family restaurants and rest areas
    Open KidzJapanApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Store your bags while you explore

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    Japan Lockers - Coin lockers

    Japan Lockers helps you find coin lockers in stations across Japan, with sizes, prices and locations, so you can leave your luggage and explore hands free.

    • Coin lockers in major stations
    • Locker sizes and prices
    • Exact locations inside stations
    Open Japan LockersApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Travel with big bags on the Shinkansen

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    Shinkansen Luggage - Oversized baggage guide

    Shinkansen Luggage explains the oversized baggage rules on the Shinkansen and helps you find trains and seats with space for large suitcases, so you board without surprises.

    • Oversized baggage rules explained
    • Which seats have luggage space
    • Luggage forwarding alternatives
    Open Shinkansen LuggageGoogle Play
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    Best for JR Pass route planning

    Navitime - Route finder app icon

    Navitime - Route finder

    Search and get a complete route from point A to point B with JR Pass filter.

    • Filter for Japan Rail Pass valid routes
    • Accurate Shinkansen timetables
    • Platform and transfer details
    Try Navitime ToolApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Best for in-station navigation

    Google Maps app icon

    Google Maps

    Google Maps delivers walking directions and visuals better than Navitime.

    • Clear walking directions inside stations
    • Restaurant, hotel and attraction reviews
    • Offline maps for areas you save
    Visit Google MapsApp StoreGoogle Play
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    Best for menus and signs

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    Google Translate

    Translate Japanese using your camera! Point your phone at a menu.

    • Live camera translation
    • Two way voice conversation mode
    • Offline Japanese language pack
    Open Google TranslateApp StoreGoogle Play

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