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Starting September 23, 2022 JR Kyushu will start operating Japan’s latest state-of-the-art bullet train. Directly connecting Nagasaki city to Fukuoka (Hakata station), reducing travel time by 30 minutes.

Learn why the Hakone Free Pass and other local passes make train travel in Japan cheaper and easier, and why they are the perfect companion to the JR Pass.

JR-West has a total of 11 regional passes on sale. We’re here to help you find the right JR West Pass for you.

Make the most out of a visit to Japan’s Kansai region by using the handy Kansai Area Pass, from JR West. Learn what is included and how to best use it.

Japan by Rail eBook, is the ultimate travel guide for going to Japan. Explore in depth expert advice, itineraries, travel tips and much more.

Explore the Kansai region with a JR Kansai Area Pass. Visit: Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara, Himeji and more.

One of the questions we get asked most is: Which Japan Rail Pass should I get? A regional pass or a nationwide JR Pass?

As of March 26th 2016, Hokkaido will be connected to mainland Japan by Shinkansen. Learn all about the Hokkaido Shinkansen and the Japan Rail Pass validity.