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Do I have to use it straight away?

benj
benj
over 11 years ago
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Hello,

I understand that I must activate my Japan Rail Pass once I get to Japan. Does this mean that I have to start using it straight away?

Would be great if anyone could help me

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mari
1950 posts
over 11 years ago
Expert

Hi there!

When you activate your Japan Rail Pass you can specify a starting date anytime up to 1 month into the future. This means that you can activate your rail pass once you arrive in Japan, make any seat reservations you want, and then start the validity period in your own time.

Hope this helps!


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