Due to operational reasons, we are temporarily suspending sales of Rail Passes direct to the general public.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
We will continue provide Rail Passes as part of our Package Tours.
IMPORTANT! Please ensure you are eligible to use the Japan Rail Pass before you travel to Japan. Click here for further information.
JR Pass Exchange Orders must be purchased before you travel to Japan
The Japan Rail pass enables unlimited use of the Japan Rail network for the pass duration and it is the convenient way of travelling throughout Japan by rail, avoiding queuing up for purchasing tickets.
Passes are available for travel in first class, known as “Green class” or second class known as “Ordinary class”. The pass is valid on all JR trains, whether they are local, express or the world-famous bullet trains (shinkansen) with only a few exceptions.
Purchasing a Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order
Purchasing a Japan Rail Pass is a two step process:
- The Exchange Order must be purchased before departing for Japan. It is valid for 3 months from the date of issue.
- Upon arrival in Japan the exchange order must be exchanged for the Japan Rail Pass. This can be done at ticket offices in selected train stations, including at Narita Airport. You will have to show your passport and fill in a small form. For a list of stations at which you can do the exchange, please visit: Japan Rail Pass
Regional Japan Rail Passes
In addition to the original Japan Rail Pass covering the whole of Japan, there are now a number of regional passes available –
- JR East
- JR Kyushu
- JR Hokkaido
- JR West (Sanyo / Kansai)
Note:
– The GBP prices for the various passes change regularly so please contact Jaltour for prices and further information.
– Please note – these regional passes are for non-Japanese nationals only.
Useful links and further information
- Japan Rail Pass – for additional information on the Japan Rail Pass
- Japan Transit Planner (Jorudan)
- Japan Travel by NAVITIME