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From passenger names to your d.o.b and intended date of use, we take you through a step by step guide to ordering online with us.

Recently you've asked us about taking breaks between days once your JR Pass is activated, click here to see what the JR Pass rules are...

We've contacted Japan Rail and found out useful information that'll come in handy if you're planning on travelling around Japan with young children.

In addition to the JR network, Japan has lots of smaller privately owned lines where you will need to purchase tickets, find out how here.

Recently we received an email asking about Japan Rail Pass validity on Sleeper Trains, and the opportunities for pre-booking. We tell you more here...

Why do I purchase an Exchange Order and not a 'Japan Rail Pass', and how long do I have to validate it?

Once you’ve activated your Japan Rail Pass and boarded your first Shinkansen Bullet Train, you’ll need somewhere to stow your luggage. More info...

Your Japan Rail Pass not only covers travel on the Bullet Train, but on JR buses too. Find out how to use the bus system with or without a pass here.

Usually you'll find plenty of empty seats on the Bullet Train, but if you're looking into reserving seats here's what you need to know.

Now that's a busy map! Actually, understanding the Tokyo Metro map is easier than you'd expect, we tell you how to decipher it here...