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Japan Rail Pass Optimizer
\n \nYour Itinerary
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\nEnter your itinerary and click "Calculate" to see the best option.
\nFrequently Asked Questions
\nThe Japan Rail Pass is a special ticket for foreign tourists, offering unlimited travel on JR lines (including most Shinkansen bullet trains) for a specific period (7, 14, or 21 consecutive days). It must be purchased before arriving in Japan.
\nThis tool estimates the total cost of individual train tickets for your specified itinerary based on simplified fares. It then compares this sum to the price of a Japan Rail Pass whose duration best covers your trip. It provides a recommendation on whether a JR Pass is likely to be cost-effective for your travel plans.
\nMost JR lines, including Shinkansen (bullet trains, excluding Nozomi and Mizuho services), are covered. However, private railway lines, subways, and some local buses are generally NOT covered. Always check specific routes.
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