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JR Rail Passes are available to temporary visitors to Japan. There are both All Japan passes and regional passes. (note: a small number of passes are available to non Japanese passport holders resident in Japan)

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Understanding the Japan Rail Network – “Complicated and Confusing” is really “Comprehensive & Convenient”…

Complicated and confusing? For many first-time visitors, navigating Japan's extensive rail network might initially seem complicated and confusing. Fortunately, most travelers find that after a few days, the system becomes much easier to ...

2025-04-12
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Understanding the Japan Rail Network – fares and tickets

Buying tickets at Ticket OfficesUnderstanding how the ticketing works may save you money (JR Lines)Buying tickets at Ticket MachinesUn-manned stations and one man trainsNon JR Japan Rail PassesRail Passes available to everyone For visito...

2025-01-24
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JR Japan Rail Pass – TS Japan Rail’s Guide and all you need to know

Updated March 2025 We regularly update this guide with changes and additions. You should always check the details on the relevant JR site before purchasing your JR Rail Pass. It is also important that you check your itinerary before purc...

2024-01-16

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