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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

    • $136.00

    Ordinary

    Standard
      • 5 days

      • $70.00

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    Takayama-Hokuriku Area Pass

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    The Takayama-Hokuriku Area Tourist Pass is an attractive pass for travelers exploring the Hokuriku Area. Covering travel from Kansai Airport up to Kanazawa, Shirakawago, Takayama, Gero Onsen and Nagoya.

    Available Passes

    5
    Consecutive Days

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

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    Takayama-Hokuriku Area Pass

    What's included?

    • Non-reserved seats of ordinary cars of JR trains (both local and limited express) within the validity area. Including the Thunderbird and Hida Wide View express trains.
    • Non-reserved seats of ordinary cars of the Hokuriku Shinkansen between Toyama - Kanazawa station
    • Nohi Bus/Toyama Chiho Railway/Hokutetsu Bus: Shirakawago/Kanazawa line and Takayama/Toyama line between Takayama Nohi Bus Center – Shirakawago – Kanazawa (with some exceptions; reservations required)
    • Kaetsuno Bus: World Heritage Bus between Shirakawa-go - Shin-Takaoka station.

    Limitations and things to keep in mind

    • The Tokaido Shinkansen between Nagoya - Kyoto/Osaka is not included. A normal (full fare) ticket is required for travel on the Tokaido Shinkansen.
    • Seat reservations are not included, allow for ample time at the station platform to queue up for a seat.
    • Trains and busses on this route are especially busy during weekends. We suggest traveling during week days where possible.

    Eligibility details

    The JR Takayama-Hokuriku Area 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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    Tokyo Station
    JR Central Ticket office / JR Tokai tours
    7:30 - 20:30Weekly
    Shinagawa Station
    JR Central Ticket office / JR Tokai tours
    9:00 - 19:00Weekly
    Shin-Yokohama Station
    JR Central Ticket office / JR Tokai tours
    8:00 - 20:30Weekly
    Nagoya Station
    JR Central Ticket office
    6:00 - 23:00Weekly
    Kyoto Station
    JR Central/West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:00Weekly
    Shin-Osaka Station
    JR Central/West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:30Weekly
    Osaka Station
    JR West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:30Weekly
    Kansai Airport Station
    JR West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:30Weekly
    Komatsu Station
    JR West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:00Weekly
    Kanazawa Station
    JR West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:00Weekly
    Toyama Station
    JR West Ticket office
    5:30 - 23:00Weekly
    Takayama Station
    JR West Ticket office
    10:00 - 18:30Weekly

    Itinerary recommendations

    Shirakawa-go
    Shirakawa-go
    The pass follows a set route that stops at Kansai - Kanazawa - Shirakawago - Takayama and Nagoya. To get the best out of the pass, we suggest a stop at each of these locations.
    Gero
    Gero
    A stop over at Gero-Onsen (between Takayama and Nagoya) can easily be added to enjoy a traditional Ryokan stay together with an Onsen.
    Takayama Centre4burger
    Takayama Centre4burger
    There’s a small hole-in-the-wall burger joint in Takayama called Center4 Hamburgers that serves locally sourced Hida Beef burgers. This place has some of the best beef in Japan.

    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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