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November 21, 2014
Activating The Jr Pass At Shin Osaka Station
Learn how to activate the Japan Rail Pass at Shin-Osaka station, the office location and what to bring to start your Japan Rail adventure.
November 21, 2014
Activating The Jr Pass At Osaka Station
Here is how to activate the JRPass in Osaka. Find out where the exchange office is and what the opening hours are.
November 19, 2014
Activating The Jr Pass At Nagoya Station
Nagoya is one of the busiest stations in Japan, let us be your guide to activating the JR Pass at Nagoya station.
February 7, 2013
Activating The Jr Pass At Kyoto Station
Kyoto station is the gateway to Kyoto and the rest of the Kansai area. Activating your JR Pass here can be confusing so here is a handy guide.
January 21, 2013
Mobile Apps To Make The Most Of Your Japan Rail Pass
Whether you are a new or frequent traveller in Japan, here are some of the most essential apps to help you make the most of your Japan Rail Pass.
January 14, 2013
Ski/Snowboard Day Trip From Tokyo By Japan Rail Pass!
Fancy some snow? Use the JR Pass to visit the ski resort of Gala Yuzawa. 1.5hrs by bullet from Tokyo, Gala Yuzawa also has full gear rental service!
March 1, 2011
Help! Lost Property
Losing things on the train is never fun. Luckily Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, and JR has many lost and found offices to try.
February 4, 2011
Use The Japan Rail Pass On Jr Sakura
From 12th March 2011, the Japan Rail Pass is valid on the new Sakura Shinkansen, whisking you from Osaka-Kagoshima in just over 4 hours!
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February 3, 2011
Use Japan Rail Pass On Hayabusa
From March 2011, the Japan Rail Pass can be used on the new JR East Hayabusa service which takes you from Tokyo to Shin-Aomori in just over 3 hours!
January 25, 2011
Explore Western Japan On Jr Thunderbird
Venture off the beaten track to the west coast of Japan. Access the Japan Alps, Noto-hantō and Kanazawa with the JR Thunderbird.
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