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The Hokuriku Arch Pass offers unlimited travel on JR trains from Tokyo to Osaka, covering the Hokuriku region. Ideal for international tourists seeking flexibility.
In addition to the country-wide JR Pass, Japan's extensive rail network offers a multitude of regional passes for foreign visitors. Among them is the Hokuriku Arch Pass.
This regional pass, a combined initiative of the JR East and JR West rail companies, grants you unlimited access to JR trains in the less-traveled Hokuriku region.
This region contains some of the country's most picturesque landscapes, historic cities, and cultural hubs such as Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara and Osaka.
This pass is perfect for explorers who wish to travel from Tokyo to Osaka. But it also allows you to journey beyond the main cities to discover rural delights such as the Japanese Alps, the Takasaki hot springs, and the ski resorts of Nagano.
The Hokuriku Arch Pass is valid for 7 consecutive days from the activation date. It grants you unlimited rides on the services noted above during this time.
Note that the validity of the pass is based on calendar days rather than 24 hour periods. Therefore, it is valid from midnight on the activation date to midnight on the 7th day of validity.
Nevertheless, if you are riding a train on the last day and the validity period expires, the train fare will still be covered by the pass as long as you do not depart the train.
The Hokuriku Arch Pass is good value if you’re planning on making a round trip between Osaka or Kyoto and Tokyo via the Hokuriku Region. You make a significant saving even if you only embark on a round trip between Tokyo and Kanazawa.
There is also plenty to see and do if you follow a 7-day Hokuriku Arch Pass itinerary through the Hokuriku region.
The following conditions apply to the Hokuriku Arch Pass:
Additionally, the Hokuriku Arch Pass allows you to reserve seats on JR airport limited express services within the covered area, including the Haruka Airport Express between Kansai International Airport and Kyoto.
For all other services, you can make seat reservations at JR station ticket offices or ticket machines. There is no limit to the number of seat reservations you can make at a ticket office. However, A limit of 6 seat reservations applies when using a ticket machine.
A regional rail pass, like the Hokuriku Arch Pass, is a prime choice for visitors keen on exploring this specific area of Japan. Here's why:
When you purchase the Hokuriku Arch Pass, you receive an exchange order that must be turned in at a designated location for the actual rail pass. Below is a list of stations where you can exchange your pass.
Please note that office hours may vary, We recommend you check the hours in advance if you plan to exchange your pass immediately upon arrival.
Considering hopping across multiple regions? Here's why a nationwide JR Pass might be your best bet:
Unlimited access: Roam freely across Japan's regions without restrictions.
Covers all of Japan: The JR Pass covers all JR trains. From the north to the south, it’s the ultimate explorer's ticket.
Full Shinkansen network: Experience Japan's iconic bullet trains across their extensive routes.
Main airport transfers: Easily navigate between cities and major airports, ensuring a smooth journey.