Traveling in Japan

Hi there,

Interesting question. The JR Pass can be a great questions depending on the amount of travel you do. In your case the difference is small but I do think that it would be worth it to consider a 7 day JR Pass.

Normal tickets for traveling from Tokyo - Osaka and Kyoto - Tokyo using the bullet train will cost about the same as a 7 day JR Pass. From this point on, any additional travel is basically what you save. Now inside Tokyo and Osaka the JR Network is very extensive and generally enough to get you around around both cities.

A coverage map can be found here (bottom of the page) Please note that the subway/metro system is not covered.

Hope this helps!
Daniel

Thank you so much for your help. How do I acquire one of these seven day passes? Can I choose the days that I use it on?

Hi Again,

You can order one HERE and select the starting date once you are in Japan.