Hello, we are wondering whether to buy a Japan railcard for 7 days of a 13 night trip, starting the rail pass from Hakone/ Odawara or a regional 5 day Kansai pass, starting from Kyoto. We are travelling
1. Tokyo (4 nights) - Hakone (2 nights),
2. Hakone - Kyoto (4 nights)
3. Kyoto -Hiroshima (1 night)
4. Hiroshima - Osaka (2 nights)
We plan to visit Mijayima and Nara
What would you advise is the best value please?
Many thanks
Hi there,
A 7-day JR Pass is a good option for your trip. Since there is no exchange office in Hakone, I recommend exchanging it in Tokyo beforehand.
You can find JR Pass exchange locations here.
You could also consider using the Kansai-Hiroshima Area Pass from Kyoto.
I hope this helps!
Kind Regards,
Mariko
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