JR Thunderbird Hokuriku One-way Ticket
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About this experience
The JR Thunderbird Hokuriku One-way Ticket is a rail pass for one-way travel between the Kansai region and Hokuriku, operated by JR West. The route runs aboard the Limited Express Thunderbird, with a seamless transfer to the Hokuriku Shinkansen at Tsuruga Station following the line's extension into the region. It suits travellers heading in one direction along this corridor without needing to purchase separate tickets for each leg. The ticket covers key cities including Osaka, Kyoto, Fukui, Kanazawa, and Toyama, making it a practical option for those moving between central Japan and the Sea of Japan coast. Reserved seats can be exchanged before departure at a green ticket-vending machine using the QR code from your confirmation email and a non-Japanese IC-chip passport, or at a JR West ticket office if needed. For travellers planning broader itineraries from Tokyo, this pass slots neatly into a multi-city route through western Japan.
Highlights
- Travel smoothly between Kansai and Hokuriku with a one-way rail ticket covering the Limited Express THUNDERBIRD and Hokuriku Shinkansen route.
- Ride from Osaka or Kyoto toward Fukui, Kanazawa, and Toyama with reserved-seat travel across JR-West’s Hokuriku corridor.
- Enjoy a seamless transfer at Tsuruga Station, where you can switch between the Limited Express THUNDERBIRD and Hokuriku Shinkansen.
- Exchange your e-ticket easily at green ticket-vending machines using your QR code and non-Japanese passport before boarding.
- Ideal for international travelers exploring western Japan, with reserved seat exchanges available at green machines or JR ticket offices.
What is included
- One-way rail ticket on applicable JR-West routes between Kansai and Hokuriku areas (age 6 onwards)
- Access to Limited Express THUNDERBIRD and Hokuriku Shinkansen services
- Reserved seat eligibility (exchange required separately)
- Physical ticket redemption through green ticket-vending machines
- Multi-language ticket machine support: English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean
Cancellation terms
These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
Booking questions
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Can I cancel this ticket?
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Will this experience be in my language?
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