JR Kyushu Rail Pass

About this experience

JR Kyushu Rail Pass The JR Kyushu Rail Pass gives you unlimited travel across Japan's southern island, covering local trains, express services and bullet trains. Choose from 3, 5 or 7-day passes with regional options for All Kyushu, North Kyushu or South Kyushu routes. Perfect for exploring everything from Fukuoka's urban attractions to Kagoshima's volcanic landscapes without worrying about individual ticket costs. This pass is exclusively for foreign tourists holding temporary visitor status. You'll travel on JR-operated trains including the Hakata-Kagoshima-chuo Shinkansen line with services like Mizuho, Sakura and Tsubame. Reserved and non-reserved seating is included, making it easy to hop between cities and discover both popular destinations and lesser-known spots across Kyushu. How It Works Purchase your pass online and receive an exchange order. Upon arrival in Japan, activate your pass at any designated JR Kyushu ticket office by presenting your passport and exchange order. The pass becomes valid for consecutive days from activation. Choose your coverage area: All Kyushu for island-wide travel, or North/South Kyushu for regional focus Select your duration: 3, 5 or 7 consecutive days Present the physical pass when boarding trains Make seat reservations at JR ticket offices up to 6 times (unlimited for All Kyushu Pass holders) Show your passport for verification during travel The pass covers JR trains only. Private railways, buses and non-JR lines require separate tickets. Good to Know Always carry your passport when travelling with the pass. Only activate when you're ready to start your consecutive travel days, as you cannot pause or extend the validity period. Reserved seats are highly recommended for bullet trains and during Japanese holidays when trains are busier. Arrive early at major stations to secure seating, especially during peak travel times. The pass cannot be cancelled or rescheduled once purchased. Redemption locations and operating hours vary by station, so check before arrival. The pass excludes certain limited express services and is not valid on buses or private railway lines.

Highlights

• Travel unlimited on local, express and bullet trains across Kyushu
• Choose from 3, 5 or 7-day passes to match your itinerary
• Select All Kyushu, North Kyushu or South Kyushu regional coverage
• Reach Fukuoka's urban attractions and Kagoshima's volcanic landscapes
• Removes the need to buy individual tickets at each destination
• Available exclusively to foreign tourists on temporary visitor status

What is included

• Unlimited JR train travel across Kyushu
• Access to local, express, and bullet trains
• Choice of 3, 5, or 7-day pass duration
• Regional options for All or North/South Kyushu

Not included

• Non-JR operated rail and bus services
• Reserved seat fees on select services
• Subway and private railway lines

Before you go

Pass is only valid for tourists with non-Japanese passports and a temporary visitor visa. Activation required at a JR Kyushu station; remember to carry your passport at all times. Choose between 3, 5 or 7 consecutive days; validity counts from first use. Reserving seats is recommended, especially during peak travel periods. View ticket offices and operating hours on the JR Kyushu official website.

Cancellation terms

Cannot be canceled or rescheduled