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Regional JR Passes offers unlimited travel within a given area or route for a fraction of the cost of a Japan Rail Pass and offers excellent value for money. Before considering regional passes we suggest first finding out what is the Japan rail pass and ensure all passengers are eligible for the Japan Rail Pass.

Can I use the Japan Rail Pass?

I will enter Japan with a non-Japanese passport

Temporary Visa

YES, provided you are visiting as a temporary visitor.

The JR Pass is only available for holders of the 'Temporary Visitor' entry status. If you are visiting Japan for tourism you will normally receive this stamp when you enter the country.

Read the full eligiblity criteria for the Japan Rail Pass.

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Ordinary

Standard
      • 5 days

      • $134.00

      • 7 days

      • $174.00

    Ordinary

    Standard
        • 5 days

        • $67.00

        • 7 days

        • $87.00

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      Hokkaido Rail Pass

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      The JR Hokkaido Pass is the perfect fit for travelers exploring Hokkaido. Enjoy fresh sashimi, lunch in Otaru, wander the lavender fields of Furano, attend the Snow Festival in Sapporo or enjoy the fine snow in one of the many winter resorts. That’s just the beginning of the possibilities!

      Available Passes

      5
      Consecutive Days
      7
      Consecutive Days

      Child passes (6-11) are available for half price

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      Hokkaido Rail Pass

      What's included?

      • This pass is valid for unlimited travel on all JR Hokkaido lines and train services, this includes ltd. express, express and local trains.
      • Seat reservations are available free of charge on ltd. express trains.
      • Local JR Hokkaido buses are included, such as the JR Bus in Sapporo.

      Limitations and things to keep in mind

      • The Hokkaido Shinkansen from Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto are not included.
      • The South Hokkaido Railway, Sapporo Subway is not included.
      • Express buses (intercity) are not included.
      • Travelers wishing to use a Green Car must pay the limited express fare in addition to the Green class surcharge.
      • The date of use cannot be selected with the Flexible 4-Day Ticket and starts counting from the day it is activated.

      Eligibility details

      The JR Hokkaido Rail Pass can only be used by visitors entering Japan using a “Temporary Visitor Visa"

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      Exchange station locations

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      Sapporo Station
      JR Information Desk
      8:30 - 19:00Daily
      New Chitose Airport station
      JR Information Desk
      8:30 - 19:00Daily
      Hakodate station
      Twinkle Plaza
      10:00 - 18:00'Weekly
      Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
      JR Information Desk
      9:00 - 19:00Weekly
      Noboribetsu Station
      JR Information Desk
      7:00 - 18:45Weekly
      Asahikawa Station
      Twinkle Plaza
      9:30 - 17:30Weekly
      Obihiro Station
      Twinkle Plaza
      9:00 - 17:00Weekly
      Kushiro Station
      Twinkle Plaza
      10:00 - 18:00Weekly
      Abashiri Station
      JR Ticket Window
      5:50 - 22:30Weekly

      Itinerary recommendations

      Hakodate
      Hakodate
      Hakodate, the most southern city of Hokkaido. During the day you can enjoy some of the finest fish from the local harbour, visit the star shaped Fort Goryokaku, then go up the ropeway of Mt. Hakodate for one of the finest night views in Japan.
      Otaru
      Otaru
      Otaru, this small harbour town lies just 30 minutes west of Sapporo. Great for a day trip and some of the freshest Sashimi you’ll ever taste!
      Furano
      Furano
      Furano, view the endless rolling fields of lavender and try some of the local lavender based delicacies.

      Conditions of use

      • The pass cannot be used at an automatic ticket gate, please show your pass at a manned gate when entering and exiting the train platform area.
      • The pass can be refunded at any station where the pass can be exchanged in Japan, a 10% processing fee applies. Our general refund policy applies for refunds outside of Japan.
      • No refunds or re-issue is possible for a stolen, lost or damaged rail pass.
      • Pass users must carry their passport with them and show their passport upon request by JR Staff.
      • No compensation is given in the case of cancelled or delayed trains for whatever reason.
      • The pass is counted in days from midnight to midnight (as opposite to periods of 24 hours), the first day of use is counted as a full day, no matter what time you start using it.
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