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Going to Japan for first time in October - Regional pass?

Shanin8
Shanin8
21 days ago
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Thank you for helping!

I will arrive in Tokyo and then want to take the Nozomi first class to Kyoto. We are then going from Kyoto to Nara, Nara to Osaka, then Osaka to Fukuoka for a cruise.

Does it make sense to purchase the 5-day Green JR West Pass and upgrade to the Nozomi when we get there for the Kyoto trip and the Fukuoka trip? We are looking for first class and fast. Is there a away to pre-purchase the 5 day pass and the upgrades to the Nozomi?

We will only be there from 5 Oct to 10 Oct.

Please let me know if you think there is a better option! Thanks again, Shanin

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Daniel-san
18917 posts
21 days ago
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Hello Shanin,

The JR West Pass does not cover travel on the Nozomi from Tokyo to Kyoto.

You'd have to buy a single ticket Tokyo - Kyoto. For travel to Fukuoka, a single ticket is around 14.000yen. If you add this plus any Kansai travel, then it may be worth it. Note that there are no Green regional passes, so if you wish to travel in Green Class, then a normal ticket is required at all times.

If you are okay with ordinary class, then a Sanyo-Sanin area pass would be the best option.

Kind regards,
Daniel

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