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scouseandy
scouseandy
about 9 years ago
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We are looking at using the sleeper train from Himeji to Tokyo on the last day of the pass. Does the pass need to be valid for the date of arrival or just for the date of departure?

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Daniel-san
19375 posts
about 9 years ago
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Hi there,

The JR Pass is valid for the end of the ride if you board the train before midnight. Otherwise, you'd have to pay the full far.

Be sure to keep your reservation tickets, as you'll have to exit the station the following morning and will have to explain that you are not traveling on an expired JR Pass but instead just arrived.

Hope this helps,
Daniel

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