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JR pass validity at certain places

Dorkus1
Dorkus1
about 12 years ago
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Hello, my name is Rachel and I will be traveling to Japan this coming summer.
I am looking into visiting the following places.

Arriving at Narita Airport
Sasebo
Fukuoka
Isahaya
Kyoto
Nikko
Matsue
Hachinohe-shi in Aomori

I am aware that the faster bullet trains are not covered on the JR pass. Same with the buses and local trains.
However, is it still possible to get to (and around) these places using the JR pass? Or do I have to pay extra for separate lines?

I would greatly appreciate an answer please and thank you!

Rachel

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mari
1950 posts
about 12 years ago
Expert

Hi Rachel!

I am aware that the faster bullet trains are not covered on the JR pass. Same with the buses and local trains.

Yes, as a rule only the Mizuho and Nozomi bullets are not covered by the JR Pass. You can find full validity details here.

is it still possible to get to (and around) these places using the JR pass? Or do I have to pay extra for separate lines?

Yes - all of your destinations are covered by the Japan Rail Pass. You will not have to pay any extra.

Hope this helps!

Dorkus1
Dorkus1
2 posts
about 12 years ago

Thank you so much!
Now I just have one more question.
Do you know where I can find a map of Japan that contains ALL the accessable JR lines for the pass??

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mari
1950 posts
about 12 years ago
Expert

Hi there,

This official JR map is by no means exhaustive, but it should serve as a general guide. It doesn't show local trains and many smaller lines, as well as not showing the bus routes that are available.

Hope this helps!


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