Plan ahead with our routes and itineraries, including the best places to discover Japan while traveling by rail, how to get there and getting around with the JR Pass.
Want to get the most out of your trip without paying over the odds? The JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass gives you 6 consecutive days of unlimited train travel through Tokyo, Tohoku, and southern Hokkaido.
The JR East-South Hokkaido Rail Pass lets you experience the spectacular Japanese countryside, as well as bustling cities. It’s the best way to pack as much as possible into your stay, and includes access to top destinations like Yamagata, Akita, Morioka, and Hakodate.
Ready for your trip to Kansai? This 7-day itinerary is designed to show you the best of western Japan’s off-the-beaten-track destinations, like Tottori, Kinosaki Onsen, and Okayama.
It’s ideal for visitors who want to combine the big city experience of Osaka, with the Japan’s most diverse natural landscapes and historic sites.
The journey from Kyoto to Tokyo is one of Japan’s busiest travel routes. With your JR Pass, it’s easy to make the trip in just a few hours on the Tokaido Shinkansen.
Travelling between Tokyo and Osaka is quick and convenient. The 2 cities are linked by frequent bullet trains, making it easy to include both in your Japan itinerary.
This guide covers the different ways to travel from Tokyo to Osaka, including bullet train services and other transport options. You’ll also find journey times, ticket prices, and useful travel tips.
Planning a trip around Western Japan? The Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass gives you 5 consecutive days of unlimited JR train travel across top destinations like Kyoto, Osaka, Takamatsu, and Hiroshima.
This JR Regional Pass doesn’t just cover the famous Sanyo Shinkansen — you can also take the Hello Kitty Shinkansen and Miyajima ferry.
Planning to travel in Japan with a Hokuriku Arch Pass? At a cost of 30, 000 yen (less than 200 USD for 7 days), the Hokuriku Arch Pass is worth it if you’re planning to extensively explore the Hokuriku region and take in key cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka.
