Itinerary tip: Mt. Fuji
For many, seeing the snow-capped peak of Japan's no.1 volcano, Mt. Fuji, will be at the top of your list of things to do.
How does it work?
- Step 1Place an order for the JRPass
- Step 2Receive the Exchange Order
- Step 3Activate the JR Pass in Japan
- Step 4Enjoy Unlimited Travel
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Travel tips
Plan with the Hyperdia online timetable
Discover how to use the Hyperdia online timetable to calculate train timetables and understand if a Japan Rail Pass is the best choice for you.
Reserving seats & boarding the Bullet Train
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.
Mobile Apps to make the most of your Japan Rail Pass
Whether you are a new or frequent traveller in Japan, here are some of the most essential apps to help you make the most of your Japan Rail Pass.
JR Pass on the Narita Express?
Landing at Narita you can activate your Japan Rail Pass and hop on the N'EX to Tokyo immediately and for free! Click here for more info.
Benefits of prepaid travelcards
Around the big cities a prepaid travelcard could help you save money on your travel (and make things a whole lot simpler!) Here are your choices...
Activating the JR Pass at Narita Airport
Here's how to activate the JR Pass at Narita Airport. Find out where to go, what to bring and opening hours for the JR Desk.
Utilising station lockers
With an itinerary fit to burst, what should you do with your luggage if you’re hopping from place to place? Station lockers may be your answer...
JR Pass on the Narita Express?
Landing at Narita you can activate your Japan Rail Pass and hop on the N'EX to Tokyo immediately and for free! Click here for more info.
Japanese dates on the JR Pass
Read this if you don't want to feel a wave of panic every time you read your Japan Rail Pass expiry date!
Do you pass the eligibility test?
Who is eligible for a Japan Rail Pass? Are you a tourist, entertainer, student or apprentice? We have all the info you need right here.
How to use the city bus
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.
Exchange Order validity period
Why do I purchase an Exchange Order and not a 'Japan Rail Pass', and how long do I have to validate it?
Use your JR Pass on Sleeper Trains
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...
Buying non-JR rail tickets
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.
Japan Rail Passes for children
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.
Utilising station lockers
With an itinerary fit to burst, what should you do with your luggage if you’re hopping from place to place? Station lockers may be your answer...
The best readymeal you'll ever eat
The amazing station bento, or 'ekiben', is the stuff of travellers dreams, don't you dare ride a train without buying one!
Benefits of prepaid travelcards
Around the big cities a prepaid travelcard could help you save money on your travel (and make things a whole lot simpler!) Here are your choices...
Navigating the Tokyo Metro
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...
Reserving seats & boarding the Bullet Train
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.
How to use the city bus
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.
Stowing luggage on the Bullet Train
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...
Help! Lost Property
Losing things on the train is never fun. Luckily Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, and JR has many lost and found offices to try.