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Child pricing
- Ages 12 and over: adult pass.
- Ages 6 to 11: child pass, roughly half the adult price.
- Under 6: free when sharing a seat with a paying adult.
Family travel
JR Pass with kids: family travel in Japan made simple
The JR Pass is family friendly. Children aged 6 to 11 pay a discounted child pass, and under sixes travel free with an adult. Here is how to make trains painless with kids in tow.
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Best seats for families
- Reserve seats free of charge, do not gamble on non reserved.
- Ask for the rear row of a car: extra space behind the seats for strollers and bags.
- Green car offers more legroom for long rides.
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Practical tips
- Onboard toilets have child seats and changing tables.
- Vending machines at most platforms for snacks.
- Strollers fit through gates, ask staff to use the wide gate.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
Do under sixes need a JR Pass?
No, if they share a seat with an adult. A child pass is needed only if they need their own reserved seat.
What is the child pass price?
About half the adult price. Exact rates shown in checkout in EUR or your currency.
Are strollers allowed on shinkansen?
Yes, folded or in the rear row stroller space. Reserve the rear row in advance.
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