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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 22, 2010
Itinerary Tip: Miyajima
June 21, 2010
Plan With The Hyperdia Online Timetable
Discover how to use the Hyperdia online timetable to calculate train timetables and understand if a Japan Rail Pass is the best choice for you.
June 15, 2010
Do You Pass The Eligibility Test?
Who is eligible for a Japan Rail Pass? Are you a tourist, entertainer, student or apprentice? We have all the info you need right here.
June 7, 2010
Japanese Dates On The Jr Pass
Read this if you don't want to feel a wave of panic every time you read your Japan Rail Pass expiry date!
March 29, 2010
Jr Pass On The Narita Express?
Landing at Narita you can activate your Japan Rail Pass and hop on the N'EX to Tokyo immediately and for free! Click here for more info.
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