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peachey2153@yahoo.com
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4 days ago
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My husband and I are travelling to Japan for 3 weeks but will be using rail travel for 1 week.

We plan to transit from Osaka to Kyoto on day 1. Day 2 and 3 we plan to explore the Kyoto area. Day 4 we will transit to Hiroshima. Day 5 and 6 we will explore Hiroshima area. Day 7 we plan to transit to Tokyo from Hiroshima.

Is the most cost effective/easiest pass the 7 day General pass or is there an alternative to this pass?

We would also be using some trams/buses within the areas too.

Thank you for your advice.

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mariko
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about 1 hour ago
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Hi there,

For the most cost-effective option, I would recommend the 5-Day Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass (valid from Day 3 to Day 7).

Please note that this pass covers travel as far as Shin-Osaka Station. When travelling from Hiroshima to Tokyo, you can ask the staff at the JR ticket office in Hiroshima to issue your ticket and pay for the Shin-Osaka to Tokyo portion. This way, you will not need to change trains at Shin-Osaka.

I hope this helps!

Kind Regards,

Mariko

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