Hi Daniel,
I would like to know how to see the top-up difference when using a JR Pass.
For example, using the Japan Travel by Navitime I checked for a one way ticket from Tokyo to Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto on the Hayabusa 19.
The info given is:
JR Pass JPY12,100 4hr 17 min
JPY 11,330 Reserved Seat
JPY 20,200 Green Car
JPY 28,580 Gran Class
If i wanted to take the Gran Class does it mean I top up extra JPY 28,580?
Looking forward to your advice.
Thanks very much.
Hi there,
You can't really upgrade when using the JR Pass - if you do want to use a different class of service, e.g. you have an oridinary pass and want to travel in Green Class, then the basic fare will be covered but not anything else.
For Tokyo - Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto:
Basic fare¥ 12,100
Seat Fee:¥ 28,580
Total:¥ 40,680
The JR Pass would cover the basic fare, but you'd still have to pay ¥ 28,580 to travel in Gran Class. That also applies if you hold a Green Pass.
Kind regards,
Daniel
Hi Daniel,
Adding on to my previous post, can I simply top up the difference for a Gran Class seat ticket at any vending machine or is this option only available at JR counters?
Thanks.
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