Kintetsu Rail Pass

About this experience

Kintetsu Rail Pass The Kintetsu Rail Pass gives you unlimited travel across Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto on one of Japan's most comprehensive private railway networks. This pass works for foreign passport holders only and covers Kintetsu Railways plus designated Nara Kotsu bus lines. Choose from 1-day, 2-day, or 5-day options depending on your itinerary. Perfect for exploring the Kansai region's temples, parks, and historic districts without worrying about individual ticket costs. The 5-day versions extend coverage to Iga, Nagoya, and Mie regions, connecting you to sites like Horyuji Temple, Nara Park's deer, and Kyoto's traditional neighbourhoods. How It Works Exchange your voucher at any participating Kintetsu station with your passport Present your activated pass to board any covered Kintetsu train or Nara Kotsu bus Unlimited rides within the pass validity zones for your chosen duration Pass is valid from first service of the day until last service, not 24 hours from first use Limited Express trains require additional tickets beyond the basic pass The pass covers key routes including Osaka-Namba to Kintetsu-Nara, connections to Kyoto, and bus services to Horyuji Temple, Nishinokyo, Asuka, and Yamanobe-no-Michi trail areas. Extended 5-day versions add access to Iga Railway and Mie Kotsu bus lines. Good to Know Only foreign passport holders visiting Japan can purchase and use this pass. You must present your passport when exchanging the voucher for the physical ticket. The pass excludes Kintetsu Limited Express services, which require separate express tickets if you want faster journey times. Coverage includes Kintetsu Railways network and Nara Kotsu Bus lines, with expanded regional access on 5-day Plus versions. Free cancellation is available if your plans change. The pass calculates validity by service day rather than 24-hour periods from activation.

Highlights

• Unlimited Kintetsu rail travel across Osaka, Nara and Kyoto
• Choose from 1-day, 2-day or 5-day validity to fit your plans
• Covers designated Nara Kotsu bus lines as well as rail routes
• Available exclusively to foreign passport holders
• Reach Kansai temples, parks and historic districts at any time

What is included

• Unlimited Kintetsu Railways travel
• Travel across Osaka, Nara and Kyoto
• Designated Nara Kotsu bus lines included
• Choice of 1,day, 2,day or 5,day pass

Before you go

Bring your passport for ticket exchange at the designated stations The pass is valid only for foreign nationals Kintetsu Limited Express trains require a separate ticket Pass validity is by calendar day, not 24-hour periods Check official train and bus schedules before you travel

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.