Activity Details
- JR EAST PASS is a special discounted pass available only to foreign visitors in Japan (with a short-term visa no longer than 90 days) and holding a non-Japanese passport
You can use the pass on any five days within a 14-day period from the date of purchase or exchange in Japan
JR EAST PASS grants you unlimited rides on all JR East train lines in the JR EAST PASS designated area, including N'EX from Narita Airport to Tokyo
You can redeem your ticket at designated redemption venue in Japan, and then collect your pass immediately
Two types of JR EAST PASS: JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area), JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area)
JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area)
Unlimited travel on local, limited express and express trains including Shinkansen trains on the following rail company lines:
- JR East Lines (including BRT)
- Izu Kyuko Line
- Aoimori Railway
- Iwate Galaxy Railway (IGR)
- Tokyo Monorail
- Sendai Airport Transit
The following limited express trains that directly run between the JR East lines and Tobu Railway lines: the Nikko, the SPACIA Nikko, the Kinugawa, and the SPACIA Kinugawa
The pass can be used for travel on local and rapid trains between Shimo-imaichi and Tobu-nikko/Kinugawa-onsen on Tobu Railway Lines. Between Kurihashi and Shimo-imaichi Stations, the pass may be used only on limited express trains that connect directly with Tobu Railway Lines
Also use JR buses (excluding highway and some route buses) within the area
JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area)
Unlimited travel on local, limited express and express trains including Shinkansen trains on the following rail company lines:
- JR East Lines
- Izu Kyuko Line
- Hokuetsu Express
- Echigo TOKImeki Railway: Arai-Naoetsu
- Tokyo Monorail
The following limited express trains that directly run between the JR East lines and Tobu Railway lines: the Nikko, the SPACIA Nikko, the Kinugawa, and the SPACIA Kinugawa
The pass can be used for travel on local and rapid trains between Shimo-imaichi and Tobu-nikko/Kinugawa-onsen on Tobu Railway Lines. Between Kurihashi and Shimo-imaichi Stations, the pass may be used only on limited express trains that connect directly with Tobu Railway Lines
Also use JR buses (excluding highway and some route buses) within the area
Notes:
BTR: Bus rapid transit
The JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) may be used for Tobu Railway Lines as long as either the departing or destination station is on a JR line
The JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) is not valid for the Tokaido Shinkansen as that is operated by a different rail company
GALA Yuzawa Station is in operation only in winter and spring
Special operating intervals and trains may be in service to meet the needs in the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami.
The JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area) may be used for Tobu Railway Lines as long as either the departing or destination station is on a JR line
The JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area) is not valid for the Tokaido Shinkansen as that is operated by a different rail company
The JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area) is not valid between Minami-Otari and Itoigawa on the Oito Line and between Itoigawa and Joetsumyoko on the Hokuriku Shinkansen. When traveling from Itoigawa on the Hokuriku Shinkansen, passengers must purchase both a basic fare ticket and a Super (Limited) Express Train ticket for travel between Itoigawa and Joetsumyoko
To ride on Green Cars, GranClass, individual compartments, Liners or sleeper cars, an additional purchase is required, such as a limited express or sleeper ticket
Please go to Midori-no-madoguchi or View Plaza to make reservation for designated seats
This is very popular, we suggest you reserve in advance
If all designated seats are sold out, please choose flexible seats, but there will be no refund
Qualifications for purchase
The JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) is available for purchase by holders of non-Japanese passports with a visa to stay in Japan for no longer than 90 days. The passport is required for confirmation purposes at the time of purchase
Inclusions
- JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area)
- JR EAST PASS (Nagano, Niigata area)
- Please choose 1 when booking
Exclusions
- All personal expenses and expenses not mentioned in the inclusions
Change & Refund Policies
- Once this product is successfully booked, it cannot be changed or canceled
- Trip.com only provides the booking service for this travel product. The specific cancellation policies are strictly in accordance with the supplier's standards. Please read carefully before booking
How to Use It
- All time shown is local time
- Please redeem your ticket within 3 months from the day you purchase at Green window. You will be asked to fill a simple application form while redeeming. Your valid passport is required
- After your order is confirmed, a Confirm Email will be sent to the email address you provide while booking. Please print it out in advance. Present the printed voucher to receive your Pass at designated venues
- Redemption locations:
- JR EAST Travel Service Center; Tokyo Station: Marunouchi North Entrance; Shinjuku Station; Ikebukuro Station; Ueno Station; Hamamatsucho Station; Haneda Airport International Terminal (Tokyo Monorail): 2F Ticket Gate / Arrival Lobby; Narita Airport Terminal 1: B1F; Narita Airport Terminal 2·3: B1F; Sendai Station
Activity Essentials
Traveller Information
Adult: Age 12+
Child: Age 6 to 11
Important Information
Please provide your personal information and contact details when booking
Please take good care of your Pass, there will be no replace ticket if your ticket is lost
The pass may only be used by the holder, and cannot be transferred to anyone else. Your passport may be checked while using the Pass
The passport immigration stamp must be presented for confirmation when exchanging for or purchasing a JR EAST PASS in Japan
If the above conditions cannot be confirmed as being met, travelers may not be allowed to purchase a pass or redeem an Exchange Order (e-ticket) for a pass
Visitors with dual citizenship in Japan and another country will not be able to use a JR EAST PASS (Tohoku area) if they entered Japan with their Japanese passport
The Pass is NOT valid for first class trains. There is no Pass for teenagers
You can use 1 (one) Pass only within a 14-day period
