The only official Japan Rail Pass reseller based in Greece
Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass)
The Japan Rail Pass is a prepaid rail pass that lets foreign visitors travel across Japan on the nationwide JR network — including most shinkansen bullet trains — for a set number of days. Visit Japan is an official Japan Rail Pass reseller: you buy your pass in your own language, with local support, as part of H.I.S. — one of Japan's largest travel companies.
Why buy your Japan Rail Pass from Visit Japan
Official reseller — order with confidence from an authorized seller, not a grey-market site.
In your own language — order from an official reseller, not a foreign site, and we send your pass to you by post.
Local support on Japan time — before, during and after your trip.
Part of H.I.S., a Japan-based operator that knows the rail network first-hand.
Honest route advice — we tell you whether the pass actually saves you money for your itinerary.
Japan Rail Pass types
The nationwide Japan Rail Pass comes in three durations, valid for consecutive days from first use:
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7-day
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14-day
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21-day
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Each duration is available in Ordinary class or Green Car (first class). Green Car offers larger, quieter reserved seating for a higher price. We help you choose the right one for your route.
What the Japan Rail Pass covers
Most shinkansen (bullet trains) nationwide — the fastest Nozomi and Mizuho services with an extra supplement (available since 2023); all other shinkansen are fully included.
JR limited express, rapid and local trains the length of Japan.
The Narita Express and other JR airport access lines.
The JR ferry to Miyajima and selected JR buses.
Who can use it
The Japan Rail Pass is for foreign tourists visiting Japan on a short-stay 'temporary visitor' basis. It is not available to residents of Japan. One pass covers one traveller for its whole validity.
How it works
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Tell us your travel dates and route — we recommend the right pass (or a better-value regional pass) for you.
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We issue your Japan Rail Pass in your language, with an Exchange Order to carry to Japan.
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In Japan you activate the pass and travel — and we stay reachable on Japan time if anything comes up.
Is the Japan Rail Pass worth it?
The pass usually pays off on long-distance, multi-city trips — for example Tokyo–Kyoto–Hiroshima — where a couple of shinkansen journeys can already cost more than the pass itself. For a single city or a short stay, individual tickets or a regional pass can be cheaper. We tell you honestly which is best for your plan.
Japan Rail Pass — frequently asked questions
Is Visit Japan an official Japan Rail Pass reseller?
Yes. Visit Japan is an official Japan Rail Pass reseller and part of H.I.S., a Japan-based travel company.
How much does the Japan Rail Pass cost?
Prices are set in Japanese yen and depend on the duration (7, 14 or 21 days) and class (Ordinary or Green Car). Prices were revised in 2023. Contact us for the current price and a quote in your own currency.
Can I use the JR Pass on the shinkansen?
Yes — on most shinkansen nationwide. The fastest Nozomi and Mizuho trains require an extra supplement (available since 2023); every other bullet train is fully included.
Do I have to buy the Japan Rail Pass before I travel?
We recommend it. You receive an Exchange Order that you swap for the pass in Japan within three months. The pass can also be bought inside Japan, but usually at a higher price.
Who is eligible for the Japan Rail Pass?
Foreign tourists visiting Japan under short-stay 'temporary visitor' status. It is not available to residents of Japan.
Is the Japan Rail Pass worth it?
For multi-city trips with long shinkansen legs, usually yes. For a single city, a regional pass or single tickets may be cheaper — ask us and we will advise for your route.
Are there regional JR passes too?
Yes — JR East, JR West, JR Kyushu and others cover a single region and can be better value for a focused trip. We can arrange these as well.
Get your Japan Rail Pass
Tell us your dates and route — we'll recommend the right pass and send you a quote.
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