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Why book Japan rail tickets on Trip.com?

  • Japan Rail official partner

    Japan Rail official partner

    A platform you can trust with a complete travel guide
  • Extensive coverage

    Extensive coverage

    Includes JR lines and non-Shinkansen trains
  • Online changes

    Online changes

    Exclusive online ticket changes available, no need to line up at the station
  • Multilingual support

    Multilingual support

    Information in 13 languages, real-time updates in 4 languages

FAQs about Japan train tickets

  • How much is the Japan Rail Pass?

    Japan Rail Pass 2025 prices:

    1. 7-day Ordinary: JPY50,000 | Green Car: JPY70,000
    2. 14-day Ordinary: JPY80,000 | Green Car: JPY110,000
    3. 21-day Ordinary: JPY100,000 | Green Car: JPY140,000

  • Can I use the Japan Rail Pass to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto?

    Yes, the Japan Rail Pass is valid on the Hikari and Kodama Shinkansen trains (but not on the Nozomi or Mizuho trains). The journey from Tokyo to Kyoto takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes.

  • Which is better for me: the Japan Rail Pass or an IC card?

    1. Multi-city travel: Use the JR Pass (covers Shinkansen and JR trains).
    2. Single-city travel: Opt for an IC Card (like Suica or Pasmo for metro and buses).
    3. Best option: Combine both for long-distance and local transport.

  • Does the JR Pass cover travel on metro lines?

    1. The JR Pass does not cover travel on non-JR metro lines, such as Tokyo Metro or Osaka Metro.
    2. However, it does cover JR urban lines, like Tokyo's JR Yamanote Line. For non-JR metro lines, you would need to use an IC card or purchase separate tickets.