If we purchase a Japan Rail Pass, can we book trains before arriving in Japan? We will be travelling at the end of April which we are told is Golden Week and we’re advised to book trains in advance. Thanks!
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Reserving with Pass Before Arriving in Japan
Kbeallor
over 8 years ago
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Daniel-san
19375 posts
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over 8 years ago
Hi there,
You can reserve seats once you arrive in Japan and have exchanged your JR Pass.
You can find the details here:
http://www.jrpass.com/blogs/reserving-seats-boarding-the-bullet-train
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