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September 22, 2010
Filling In Our Online Application
From passenger names to your d.o.b and intended date of use, we take you through a step by step guide to ordering online with us.
July 9, 2010
Can I Use My Jr Pass With Breaks Between Days?
Recently you've asked us about taking breaks between days once your JR Pass is activated, click here to see what the JR Pass rules are...
July 5, 2010
Japan Rail Passes For Children
We've contacted Japan Rail and found out useful information that'll come in handy if you're planning on travelling around Japan with young children.
July 3, 2010
Buying Non Jr Rail Tickets
In addition to the JR network, Japan has lots of smaller privately owned lines where you will need to purchase tickets, find out how here.
July 2, 2010
Use Your Jr Pass On Sleeper Trains
Recently we received an email asking about Japan Rail Pass validity on Sleeper Trains, and the opportunities for pre-booking. We tell you more here...
July 1, 2010
Exchange Order Validity Period
Why do I purchase an Exchange Order and not a 'Japan Rail Pass', and how long do I have to validate it?
June 24, 2010
Stowing Luggage On The Bullet Train
Once you’ve activated your Japan Rail Pass and boarded your first Shinkansen Bullet Train, you’ll need somewhere to stow your luggage. More info...
June 24, 2010
How To Use The City Bus
Your Japan Rail Pass not only covers travel on the Bullet Train, but on JR buses too. Find out how to use the bus system with or without a pass here.
June 23, 2010
Reserving Seats & Boarding The Bullet Train
Usually you'll find plenty of empty seats on the Bullet Train, but if you're looking into reserving seats here's what you need to know.
June 20, 2010
Navigating The Tokyo Metro
Now that's a busy map! Actually, understanding the Tokyo Metro map is easier than you'd expect, we tell you how to decipher it here...
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