Is Shinkansen Sakura covered by Japan Rail Pass?

The Japan Rail Pass is confirmed as valid on the new Sakura Shinkansen service!

What trains does the Japan Rail Pass cover?

The Japan Rail Pass covers all JR Group limited express trains, express trains, rapid and local ones. Shinkansen bullet trains are also covered, except of NOZOMI and MIZUHO.

Is Sanyo Shinkansen covered by JR Pass?

Using Japan Rail Pass All trains operating on the Sanyo Shinkansen Line offer both reserved and non-reserved seating. Please note that fares for the Nozomi and Mizuho trains are not included with the JR Pass. Using these trains will incur an additional fee.

Is there a Shinkansen to Nagasaki?

By train. Take the JR Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen from Tokyo to Fukuoka’s Hakata Station and transfer to the JR Kamome limited express train to Nagasaki. When using a direct Nozomi train along the Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen, the entire journey takes about 7.5 hours.

Which Shinkansen goes to Hiroshima?

Tokyo and Hiroshima are connected with each other by the JR Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen. Direct Nozomi trains require about four hours to reach Hiroshima from Tokyo. By Hikari and Sakura trains, the trip takes about five hours with a transfer of trains at Shin-Osaka Station.

Where can I buy Japanese rail pass?

You can buy the Japan Rail Pass online at GoVoyagin.com which is an official partner of JR Rail. Once you purchase the pass online, GoVoyagin will send an Exchange Voucher to you by post which you then exchange for the Rail Pass itself on arrival in Japan at the airport or at any JR Rail station.

What is the best transport pass in Japan?

Best Train Passes and Tourist Passes in Japan. 1. Suica . Getting Suica is a must in Japan. This is an e-money card for trains, buses and even some shops such as convenience stores and market stores. 2. Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass) 3. Tokyo Subway Ticket. 4. Greater Tokyo Pass . 5. ICOCA .

Where can you buy JR Pass in Japan?

You can only buy the JR Pass in Japan from the following places: Train stations: Hakata. Hiroshima. Nagoya. Niigata. Osaka.

How long is the Japan Rail Pass valid for?

A Japan Rail Pass can be valid for either 7, 14 or 21 consecutive days. Once you receive the Japan Rail Pass Exchange voucher, you will be able to exchange it within the following 3 months. The voucher can only be exchanged in an Exchange Office in Japan. During the exchange, you will be asked to specify the activation date of your pass.