Order Your JRPass
Back to General Japan Travel

When should i activate my JR pass?

AARTI ANAND
AARTI ANAND
almost 5 years ago
3 responses

Hi
My itenary is Tokyo 20,21,22,23 rd may ,Hakone 24 25, Kyoto 26 27 with day trip to Nara on 28 , tokyo29,30,31. when should i activate my JR pass?

avatar
Daniel-san
18835 posts
almost 5 years ago
Expert

Hi there,

Make sure you include the return Tokyo - Hakone - Kyoto in your 7-day JR Pass. Then try to cover any additional travel for the best possible savings with your pass.

AARTI ANAND
AARTI ANAND
3 posts
almost 5 years ago

Thank you ! that is what i was planning to do. Also please advise if i need to reserve seats in advance. can the seats be reserved only after i activate the card?

avatar
Daniel-san
18835 posts
almost 5 years ago
Expert

I would recommend making reservations but it is generally not required. You can also just hop on the train :)

Most reservations can indeed only be made after activating your JR Pass.

Hope this helps too :)

AARTI ANAND
AARTI ANAND
3 posts
almost 5 years ago

Most helpful :) thank you Daniel-san!


Looking for more information? Search the forum

Select Category

Instant Quote

Starting from $524.00 for 7 days of unlimited Japan Rail travel

Can’t find the answer?

Learn from over 17329 questions about the Japan Rail Pass, or ask our Japan Rail travel experts

Ask Question

Get pocket Wifi in Japan

Get pocket Wifi in Japan

Visit us on Facebook

Get inspired for your visit to Japan by following us on Instagram and don't forget your own shots once you are there.


Find out where to buy the japan rail pass online.

Order your JRPass Now!

We have special prices for children and great first class options. See all tickets or see our range of Regional Passes