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Japan Rail Passes
- Your key to convenient sightseeing in Japan...
Japan has one of the worlds most convenient and efficient railway networks. Travelling by train is the ideal way to see Japan. The trains are comfortable, clean and easy to ride. Sit back relax and enjoy Japan as you glide across the country.
The Japan Rail passes are available to travellers visiting Japan with tourist (temporary visitor) visas. A Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order MUST be purchased outside Japan, prior to your trip.
Japan Rail Passes can be booked below. If you would like to find more information about Japan Rail Pass before you order, more information is available below.
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| Japan Rail Pass - Manual (PDF) Booking Form |
| Travel Agents (PDF 55kb) |
Individual (PDF 129kb) |
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* Japan Rail passes are processed the next business day and will be ready for collection from our office after 1pm.
If you wish your passes to be delivered to your designated address, please allow us up to 5 working days for delivery .
If you are not collecting your Japan rail passes, and are leaving within 5 working days, please contact JTB for delivery options. |
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* The Japan Rail Pass is not valid for NOZOMI and MIZUHO trains on the Tokaido, Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen lines.
About Japan Rail Pass
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There are 5 types of Japan Rail Pass
This pass covers the entire Japan Railway JR system including some buses and ferries. You are able to travel everywhere in Japan with this Japan Rail pass. It comes in 7, 14 and 21 consecutive days. Each of these Japan Rail passes is available in Economy (Ordinary) and Green (Executive) Class.
Please note that the Japan Rail Pass can only be purchased outside of Japan.
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| Type of Japan Rail Pass |
Ordinary |
Green
(Executive Class) |
| 7-days Japan Rail Pass |
A$350 |
A$467 |
| 14-day Japan Rail Pass |
A$557 |
A$756 |
| 21-day Japan Rail Pass |
A$713 |
A$983 |
* Child(6-11years old), half of adult fare.
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No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
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Enjoy travelling by train throughout Hokkaido for 3 or 5 days. This pass is also available in Economy and Green Class.
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| Type |
Ordinary |
Green
(Executive Class) |
| 3-day JR Hokkaido Pass |
A$209 |
A$299 |
| 4-day Flexi JR Hokkaido Pass |
A$271 |
A$375 |
| 5-day JR Hokkaido Pass |
A$271 |
A$375 |
| 7-day JR Hokkaido Pass |
A$306 |
A$417 |
* Above mentioned price included handling charge.
* Child (6–11years old), half of adult fare
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No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
| This pass covers the Eastern half of Japan’s main island, Honshu. The pass is available in 5 and 10 consecutive days and a flexible 4 day pass. These passes are available in Economy and Green Class. The economy pass is also available is a Youth Pass for travellers between 12 and 25 years of age.
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| Type |
Ordinary |
Green
(Executive Class) |
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Adult |
Youth |
Adult |
| 4-day Flexi JR East Pass |
A$278 |
A$223 |
A$389 |
| 5-day JR East Pass |
A$278 |
A$223 |
A$389 |
| 10-day JR East Pass |
A$445 |
A$348 |
A$623 |
* Above mentioned price included handling charge.
* After ticket issue, non refundable and non changeable.
* Child (6–11years old), half of adult fare. Youth fare:12–25 years old.
* No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
| There are two types of JR West Rail Pass. The Sanyo Pass is valid from Osaka to Hakata, available in 4 and 8 days. The Kansai Pass is valid from Kyoto to Himeji and available in 1,2,3 and 4 days. These passes are available in Economy only. |
| Type |
Ordinary |
| 4-day JR West Sanyo Area Pass |
A$250 |
| 8-day JR West Sanyo Area Pass |
A$375 |
* Child (6–11years old), half of adult fare
* No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
| Type |
Ordinary |
| 1-day JR West Kansai Rail Pass |
A$25 |
| 2-day JR West Kansai Rail Pass |
A$50 |
| 3-day JR West Kansai Rail Pass |
A$63 |
| 4-day JR West Kansai Rail Pass |
A$75 |
* Child (6–11years old), half of adult fare
* No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
| Board all local, express and limited express trains operated by JR Kyushu. The Kyushu pass is available in a 3 and 5 day pass in economy only.
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| Type |
Ordinary |
| Northern Kyushu 3-day Pass |
A$88 |
| Northern Kyushu 5-day Pass |
A$113 |
| 3-day JR Kyushu Rail Pass |
A$175 |
| 5-day JR Kyushu Rail Pass |
A$213 |
* Child (6–11years old), half of adult fare
* No credit card surcharges apply for VISA and MASTERCARD.
3.5% surcharge applies to AMEX. |
Who is eligible for Japan Rail Pass?
If you are a tourist visiting Japan from abroad for sightseeing:
You must be visiting Japan under the entry status of “Temporary visitor" according to Japan Immigration Law.
When you enter Japan for sightseeing, entry personnel will stamp the passport as “temporary visitor" Only a person who has a passport bearing this stamp can use a JAPAN RAIL PASS. Please note that according to strict interpretation of the Japanese Immigration Law, “temporary visitor" status differs even from other types of stays that also for only short time periods.
The Embassy of Japan and Consulates General of Japan in Australia
If you are a Japanese national living in a foreign country:
You must
a) be qualified to live permanently in that country; or
b) be married to a non-Japanese residing in a country other than Japan.
Note:
Australian residents tarvelling on a Japanese passport are not allowed to purchase JR Hokkaido, East or West Rail passes.
How to receive Japan Rail Pass?
You will receive Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order to be turned in for JAPAN RAIL PASS. Within three months from the date the Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order was issued, you must turn in your Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order to obtain JAPAN RAIL PASS.
At the time, it is necessary to specify the date that you want to start using the Japn Rail Pass. It can be any date within one month from the date the Japan Rail Pass is received. Once the JAPAN RAIL PASS has a starting date written on it, the date cannot be changed.
How long Japan Rail Pass valid?
The valid period of a JAPAN RAIL PASS is the consecutive 7, 14 or 21 days beginning of the PASS is first used.
Is Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order delivered to me?
Yes, JTB delivers Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order by an Express post or by a courier (special delivery or less than 5 working days. No PO Box address apply) with delivery and hadling fees of $6.00, $20.00 respectively. JTB can not take responsibility if Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order is lost or stolen. Please request delivery method at the time of purchase.
A $5.00 issue fee applies for Railpass ONLY purchases over the counter. This fee does not apply when purchased online or with other land arrangements purchased from JTB.
Can I change a name on JR Pass Exchange Order?
The change of name on Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order attracts re-issuing fee of $45.
Please make sure that you provide passenger’s full name as shown on passport.
Can I make seat reservation by Japan Rail Pass?
Seat reservations can be made once in Japan at no extra cost.
Please read JR East page for details (http://jreast-shinkansen-reservation.eki-net.com/pc/english/common/menu/menu.aspx)
What can I do with unused JR Pass Exchange Order?
Refunds can be made with the original Exchange Order within one year of the date of issue. As per our brochure conditions a $110 non refundable deposit in additional to a 20% handling fee will be charged. The deposit will be held for 12 months for future travel. Credit card surcharge is non refundable.
If lost or stolen Japan Rail Pass?
Neither an Japan Rail Pass Exchange Order nor a JAPAN RAIL PASS can be reissued if lost or stolen.
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