Which Japan Train Pass Is Right for You? 🇯🇵🚄
〜Important Notes〜
JR TOKYO Wide Pass:
For non-Japanese passport holders only (foreign residents of Japan can also use it)
Adult ¥16,000 / Child (6–11) ¥8,000, valid for 3 consecutive days
JR EAST PASS:
For non-Japanese passport holders only, regardless of visa status (foreign residents of Japan can also use it)
5 days: Adult ¥35,000 / Child ¥17,500
10 days: Adult ¥50,000 / Child ¥25,000
Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass (& Kansai WIDE Area Pass):
Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass is for non-Japanese passport holders, regardless of visa status (foreign residents of Japan can also use it)
Adult ¥12,000 / Child (6–11) ¥6,000, valid for 3 days
Kansai WIDE Area Pass is only for foreign passport holders visiting Japan with "Temporary Visitor" status (foreign residents of Japan cannot use it)
Adult ¥12,000 / Child (6–11) ¥6,000, valid for 5 days
Seishun 18 Ticket:
Anyone can use it, regardless of age or nationality
Valid only on JR local and rapid trains, for one person
3-day ticket ¥10,000 / 5-day ticket ¥12,050 (consecutive days, no child fare)
Available only during set seasons
Winter 2026–27: on sale from Nov 27, 2026, valid from Dec 11, 2026 to Jan 11, 2027
*Prices and conditions are as of August 2026 and may change. Please check the official websites before purchasing
Planning to travel around Japan by train this autumn? 🚄🍁
Japan's rail network makes it easy to explore everything from mountain views to historic cities🚃
However, with so many train passes available, it can be hard to tell which one fits your trip 🗾🤔
Knowing a few basics before you go can help you choose the right pass and travel comfortably, right alongside everyone else on the train 🎫😊
Find Your Pass – JR EAST https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/pass/
Tickets & Passes – JR-WEST https://www.westjr.co.jp/travel-information/en/tickets-passes/
Regional JR Rail Passes – Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) https://www.japan.travel/en/plan/jr-rail-passes/
Japan Rail Pass Guide – Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) https://faq.japan-travel.jnto.go.jp/en/guide/jr-rail-pass/
Seishun 18 Ticket (3 days) – JR EAST https://www.jreast.co.jp/tickets/info.aspx?GoodsCd=3000
Seishun 18 Ticket (5 days) – JR EAST https://www.jreast.co.jp/tickets/info.aspx?GoodsCd=3001
Seishun 18 Kippu – japan-guide.com https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2362.html
JR TOKYO Wide Pass – JR EAST https://www.jreast.co.jp/en/multi/pass/tokyowidepass.html?language=en
Kansai WIDE Area Pass – JR-WEST https://www.westjr.co.jp/travel-information/en/tickets-passes/jrwest-rail-pass/kansai_wide/
Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass – JR-WEST https://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/ticket/excursion/
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This short animation lets you learn how to choose a train pass that fits your trip, step by step 🎬👣
✔️Try the JR TOKYO Wide Pass for trips around Tokyo, such as Karuizawa, Lake Kawaguchiko, and Nikko 🗻🌲
✔️Look into the JR EAST PASS if you're heading to Tohoku, Nagano, or Niigata 🚅🏔️
✔️Consider the Kansai WIDE Area Pass or Kansai WIDE Area Excursion Pass to explore Kyoto, Osaka, Himeji, and Okayama ⛩️🏯
✔️Enjoy a slow journey on local and rapid trains with the Seishun 18 Ticket, which anyone can use regardless of age 🚃🌾
✔️Check the official websites before you go, since areas, conditions, and eligibility vary from pass to pass 💻✅
✔️Choose your pass based on where you want to go and how you like to travel, rather than looking for one "best" pass 🗺️🎒
Most travelers find a pass that suits them once they know what to look for, and a little planning goes a long way 🎫😌👍
Learning these options step by step can make your next train trip in Japan feel much more comfortable and fun 😊🚄🍱
We hope this video helps you feel more prepared and excited for your next train trip in Japan ✨🗾💖
Save this video so you can review these tips before you go, and share it with friends, family, or fellow travelers planning a trip to Japan this season 📌👨👩👧✈️
Please share this with anyone planning to explore Japan by train!!! 🙌🚃📣
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