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The Japan Rail Pass is a discounted ticket allowing unlimited rail travel throughout Japan over a 7, 14 or 21 consecutive days period. It is available in either an Ordinary (coach class) or Green (first class) version. It can be purchased only outside of Japan.
1. Lines of Service
Train:All railways under Japan Railways Group including Shinkansen "bullet trains", limited express, express, rapid and local trains (except NOZOMI and Sleepers. ) Click Here for complete detail about the types of trains.
  Bus:All local bus service lines under Japan Railways Group
Ferry:Between Hiroshima and Miyajima

2. Price  (Price in $USD)
Type of Passes
Valid Days
Class
Price (Adult)
Price Child
 11yrs or under
( free 5 or less )
Universal Pass
7 DAYS
Ordinary
$313
$157
Universal Pass
14 DAYS
Ordinary
$499
$250
Universal Pass
21 DAYS
Ordinary
$639
$319
Universal Pass
7 DAYS
Green
$419
$209
Universal Pass
14 DAYS
Green
$678
$339
Universal Pass
21 DAYS
Green
$882
$441
Note: Subject to change due exchange rate ( Exchange rate as of March, 10, 2010)
Handling Fee (per shipment)
  
Standard $15.00 2 to 3 Business Days  
Overnight $25.00 Next Business Day  
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Note:
_Order cutoff time 2:00pm (CT) Monday to Friday

Purchase
_No delivery on weekends & holidays
_Shipping only 49 US states and district

What are the Differences between Ordinary and Green?

Reserved seats are available in both classes on long-distance trains. Green Cars are reserved only, while Ordinary class has both reserved and non-reserved cars. With Japan Rail Pass reserved seats are available without charge in the appropriate class.

Green Cars do offer wider seats, more leg room and more luggage space, but the difference in comfort is not as extreme as with many airlines. Green Cars may have small amenities like tea or hot towel service but there are no special meals served. In general, passengers with Ordinary class will not find significant differences.

Some trains, such as the Railstar service between Osaka and Hakata, or the new Kyushu Shinkansen offer only Ordinary seating which is somewhat roomier than the usual Ordinary seats.

To upgrade from Ordinary to Green on individual trains when using a Japan Rail Pass the passengers are required to pay the Green Surcharge and the Express Surcharge.

 
Freedom and Convenience for Your Trip!
All Aboard! Japan Rail Pass has unlimited ride on all JR lines, including all bullet trains except Nozomi, and affiliated buses and ferries. There are no hassles to purchase train tickets just show your Japan Rail Pass upon boarding and you are set to go!

 

 

 

 

 

The Best Savings for Your Trip!
There are no other economical ways to travel in Japan than using Japan Rail Pass. Purchasing local point to point ticket is far more expensive than Japan Rail Pass. Compare the following examples.

Local Fare vs. Japan Rail Pass
From < -- > To
Point-to-Point
Japan Rail Pass
Savings
Narita < -- > Hiroshima
$473
$313
$160
Narita < -- > Hakata
$556
$313
$243
Hachinohe<--Tokyo--> Hakata
$897
$313
$584

 

 
Greater Experience for Your Trip!
Japan Railways System covers 12,400 miles of track in every corner of Japan and it is possible to travel almost anywhere in the country by train. Because of the world most convenient and efficient railway network, you are guaranteed to experience the most comfortable yet exited travel you have ever experienced before.
 
1. Foreign visitors for tourist purpose.
     *Official status including employee, trainee and student visa are NOT permitted.
2. Green Card Holders (Permanent residents).
     *Green Card or other proof of permanent status is required upon activation.
 
STEP 1
Purchase a RAIL PASS EXCHANGE VOUCHER in the United States
 

STEP 2

Exchange voucher to RAIL PASS in Japan
*Passport is required upon exchange
 
STEP 3
Enjoy your trip!

Exchange Office
You can make a train reservation upon exchange or anytime
             at any Japan Rail station by simply showing your rail pass.

Train Schedule

1. Validation
Exchange Voucher:
Valid for 90 day from the issuance. Voucher must be exchanged to Japan Rail Pass within 90 days.
Japan Rail Pass:

Japan Rail Pass will be expired in 7, 14, or 21 consecutive days from the date specified in the date stamp on a pass. The date stamp can be specified up to 30 days depending on your travel plan. For example, if a voucher is exchanged to a Japan Rail Pass on 1/1, but it will not be used until 1/31, the date can be stamped as 1/31.
Important: Date change is not permitted once stamped

2. Refund Policy
Refund Type
Condition
Refund
Refund Fee
Exchange Voucher
Un-exchanged
(within 1 year from the issuance)
O
10% penalty + $20 service Fee
Exchange Voucher
Un-exchanged
(After 1 year from the issuance)
X
Non-Refundable
Exchange Voucher
Lost
O
$90 lost application fee + $60 service Fee
Japan Rail Pass
Before Effective Date (date stamp)
O
10% penalty + $20 service Fee
Japan Rail Pass
After Effective Date (date stamp)
X
Non-Refundable
Japan Rail Pass
Lost
X
Non-Refundable

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