If you’re travelling around Japan this spring to see cherry blossoms, you’ll find that having a Japan Rail (JR) pass can save you a lot of money. But before you get yourself one, let’s answer some of ...

Travellers are once again enjoying all that Japan has to offer. In fact, 2023 has already witnessed an influx in excess of 3.8 million visitors (1). The Japan Rail Pass makes any journey more ...

The Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass/ bullet train) in Japan has increased in price from ¥47,250 (USD 316.32) to ¥80,000 ( USD 535.56), marking a significant hike of approximately 65% to 77%. This pass allows ...

Since 1981, the Japan Rail Pass has provided overseas visitors with budget-friendly access to unlimited rides on the country’s local and regional lines, as well as the famed shinkansen bullet trains, ...

Once a money-saving must, the iconic pass now comes with a higher price tag and frustrating limitations. For years, there was one golden rule for travelers heading to Japan: get the Japan Rail Pass.