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JR Pass calculator

Compare the Japan Rail Pass against point-to-point shinkansen tickets for your route. Add each leg, pick a pass class and duration — we'll tell you which is cheaper.

Learn about the JR Pass on the official site.

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Add each shinkansen leg of your trip. We'll look up the fare and JR Pass eligibility from our database.

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Frequently asked

What is the JR Pass?: The Japan Rail Pass is an unlimited-ride pass for the JR network — including most shinkansen, JR limited expresses, and JR local lines — sold to short-term foreign visitors. It comes in 7-, 14-, and 21-day flavors, and in Ordinary or Green (first-class) class.
Does it cover Nozomi and Mizuho?: No — and this is the calculator's whole reason for existing. The Nozomi (Tokaido/Sanyo Shinkansen) and Mizuho (Sanyo/Kyushu Shinkansen) are the fastest trains, and the basic JR Pass does not cover them. As of 2023 you can pay a supplemental fare to ride them, but for break-even math we count those segments as not eligible.
Where can I buy it?: Buy from the official site (japanrailpass.net) or an authorized reseller before your trip — they ship an exchange order you redeem at a JR ticket office in Japan. You can also now buy directly at major JR stations after arrival, at the same price.
Can foreigners buy it inside Japan?: Yes. The pass is sold to anyone visiting Japan on a 'Temporary Visitor' stamp (the standard tourist stamp issued at immigration). Bring your passport. Long-term residents — including those on work, student, or spouse visas — are not eligible.