JR West Kansai Area Rail Pass
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About this experience
The JR West Kansai Area Rail Pass is a train pass for unlimited travel across the Kansai region of Japan, covering major cities including Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and Himeji. The pass is issued by JR West and is available to foreign visitors travelling on a tourist visa, making it a practical option for those exploring Japan beyond the capital. The pass grants unlimited rides on JR West lines within the Kansai area, including the Haruka Airport Express between Kansai International Airport and central Osaka or Kyoto. It is available in one, two, three, or four-day consecutive formats. Tickets are collected at designated JR ticket offices on presentation of a passport, and the pass activates from the first day of use.
Highlights
- Unlimited JR West train travel across the Kansai region
- Covers Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and Himeji by rail
- Includes Haruka Airport Express from Kansai International Airport
- Choose from one, two, three, or four-day pass options
- Available exclusively to foreign visitors on a tourist visa
What is included
- Unlimited rides on JR West lines in Kansai
- Travel across Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe and Himeji
- Haruka Airport Express between KIX and central Osaka or Kyoto
- Choice of one, two, three or four-day validity
Cancellation terms
Free cancellation up until the start of your experience.
Booking questions
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