Is the JR Pass discontinued in Japan?
Is the JR Pass discontinued in Japan? Currently, JR Passes are available for retail at select ticket offices in Japan. As of October 1st 2023 this will be discontinued, however you can still purchase the pass online via Japan Rail's Official Website, or from any number of authorized retailers (either in person or online).
What trains are not allowed on JR Pass?
The JAPAN RAIL PASS is not valid for any seats, reserved or non-reserved, on ?NOZOMI? and ?MIZUHO? trains on the Tokaido, Sanyo and Kyushu Shinkansen lines. (The pass holders must take ?HIKARI,? ?SAKURA,? ?KODAMA,? or ?TSUBAME? trains.)
How do I pick up my JR Pass at Haneda?
Going to the JR Ticket office at Haneda Airport The JR East Japan Travel Center is open between 6:45-20:00 every day of the year. Alternatively the JR Pass can also be activated at the Tourist Information Center at Haneda Airport Terminal 2 between 6:00-23:00 but note that you need to travel to Terminal 2 first.
Do I really need a JR Pass in Japan?
If you calculate that your travel costs will be lower if you buy individual tickets for each journey, then it's not worth buying a JR Pass. However, if you take into account journeys on Shinkansen high-speed trains or other means of transport, the savings you make become substantial.
Do I need an IC card if I have a JR Pass?
Even if you have a JR Pass or other travel pass, an IC card is recommended because it can be used across transportation systems operated by many different transit companies, as well as for payment at convenience stores, restaurants, shops, vending machines, and other locations.
Can I use my JR Pass in Kyoto?
Can I use the JR Pass in Kyoto? Yes, to a limited extent. JR lines run to the west and south of Kyoto, with access to highlights such as Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari and Uji. Additionally, a local JR bus runs from Kyoto station to north Kyoto.
Can you travel in Tokyo without JR Pass?
Even if you don't have a JR Pass, you can take Shinkansen and trains in Japan. You'll just need to buy tickets instead. Plus, you can also take a bus, fly, or even drive between most major cities in Japan.
When should we buy JR Pass?
We recommend that you book your JR Pass from Klook at least 2 weeks before your trip to Japan. This allows enough wiggle room in the validity period of your Exchange Order. You can't purchase your JR Pass more than 3 months before your trip, as it's past the validity period of your Exchange Order.
How long does 7 day JR Rail Pass last?
The validity of a 7, 14 or 21 day JR Pass is based on calendar days (midnight to midnight), rather than 24 hour periods. For example, if you start using your pass at 2pm on day 1, it will expire at 11.59pm on day 7, rather than 2pm on day 8.
Can you use JR Pass from airport to Tokyo?
Yes. The JR Pass is valid on the JR lines that connects the main airports to the main cities. If you land in Narita Airport, you can take the Narita Express to connect to Tokyo, Shinagawa, Shinjuku and Ikebukuro stations.
Which is better Suica or JR Pass?
The JR pass is only worth it if you travel through different cities, if you are just travelling to Tokyo to Kyoto for example, I would just pay on the Suica. You can do the online calculator or just use google to calculate which trip is easier - paying individually on Suica or getting a JR Pass.