Hi,
I plan to visit Japan in October for 1 week, visiting Tokyo - Osaka - Kyoto - Tokyo.
May I know if
- the JR pass covers shinkansen tickets for above route (I understand for certain shinkansen only)
- the JR pass can be use for normal trains within the above cities?
Also can you advise whether I should buy the pass in my country or buy it when I'm in Japan?
Thanks.

