Whole Japan Rail Pass

What’s included in the Whole Japan Rail Pass?

The Japan Rail Pass is a special ticket exclusively for foreign tourists. It offers unlimited travel across most Japan Railways networks, including 🚅 Shinkansen (bullet trains), limited express trains, and airport transfers like the Narita Express and Kansai Airport Express Haruka. Beyond trains, the pass also grants access to JR-operated buses and the Miyajima Ferry ⛴.
It's a valuable option, especially if you plan to travel outside Tokyo twice or more, as transportation costs in Japan can add up quickly. Available for 7, 14, or 21 days, the JR Pass offers options for adults and children (0-5 free).

Japan Rail Pass Popular Routes

Japan's extensive rail network makes it easy to travel around the country. Travel anywhere: from Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka to Hiroshima, Fukuoka, and more.

Explore distant cities in Japan, head north to Hokkaido for breathtaking scenery, and travel to Nagoya and Kanazawa for cultural treasures and beautiful gardens.

This pass covers almost all popular routes in Japan, such as:

📍 Tokyo to Kyoto
📍 Tokyo to Osaka
📍 Tokyo to Hiroshima
📍 Osaka to Tokyo
📍 Osaka to Kyoto
📍 Nagoya to Hiroshima
📍 Kyoto to Fukuoka

The Japan Rail Pass Benefits

• Cost savings. The JR Pass offers significant savings, particularly for long-distance or multi-region travel within Japan.
• Convenience. With the JR Pass, you can enjoy unlimited rides without the hassle of purchasing individual train tickets for each journey.
• Flexibility. The JR Pass allows for flexible travel planning, allowing you to explore different regions of Japan without being limited by a specific departure time or date.
• Airport transfers. The JR Pass allows you to board express trains to and from major airports, including Narita Airport, Haneda Airport, Kansai International Airport, and more.
• Free seat reservations on applicable trains enhance the travel experience, especially during peak seasons.

How to use the Japan Rail Pass?

1. Booking Confirmation: Once your booking is completed, 12Go will confirm it within minutes.
2. Delivery of Exchange Certificate: Your exchange certificate will be delivered to your chosen address via the selected mail service or can be picked up at our Bangkok office.
3. Arrive and exchange in Japan: Within 90 days of arrival in Japan, exchange your certificate for the JR Pass at any JR ticket office or designated machine. Remember to bring your passport.
4. Activate and use your JR Pass: You can activate your JR Pass at any JR ticket office immediately after receiving it or within 30 days.

With your JR Pass, you can board non-reserved seats on most JR trains without reservation. Book your ticket in advance! For a reserved seat, visit any JR ticket office or use ticket machines.
Show your JR Pass to the staff or follow on-screen instructions at the machine. Not all stations have these, but if they do, simply scan the QR code on your JR Pass and follow the on-screen instructions. These machines are easily identifiable by the green logo near the ticket office.

Whole Japan Rail Pass Ticket

Before arriving in Japan, you must purchase an online Exchange Order, which you will then exchange for a physical ticket in Japan. The pass itself cannot be reissued if lost, so it is essential to keep it. The pass must be presented at a controlled gate or used through the automatic gates as usual. Here’s what the Exchange Order looks like:

To collect your Whole Japan Rail Pass, visit a JR office at the airport or one of the major train stations. Once there, you'll exchange your Exchange Order for the physical ticket, which will be issued to you then. The process is straightforward, and JR staff can assist you if needed. The pass must be shown at manned ticket gates or used through the automatic gates .

What is the difference between the Ordinary Class and the Green Class?

💺Ordinary Class are the standard class. They have cozy seats arranged in 3+2 configurations. These well-maintained cars provide a more enjoyable travel experience at a lower cost.
💺 Green Class can be likened to business-class service. Seats are placed in a 2+2 formation, providing much more elbow and leg room. Thus, passengers are equipped with everything necessary for a luxurious trip.

Japan Rail Pass Tips

You need to book your JR Pass at least 2 weeks before your flight to Japan. This ensures you'll receive your exchange voucher in time for your trip. You'll also receive a Free Digital Guide containing detailed information on exchanging your exchange order for a Japan Rail Pass.

You can exchange a physical JR Pass at an official exchange office in Japan within 90 days of purchase. You have 30 days to activate your JR Pass and begin your train travel adventures in Japan.

🎫 This pass is valid only for non-Japanese passport holders with a "Temporary Visitor" stamp. To obtain a JR Pass, get a Temporary Visitor stamp at immigration. Do not pass through the automatic gates; no stamp will be affixed.

🚆 JR Pass holders can upgrade their tickets to travel on the Nozomi and Mizuho trains by paying a supplement at the station.

🛏 Please ensure your luggage meets the standard size requirement: the total dimensions (A + B + C) should not exceed 160 cm.