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JR East Pass

Regional pass for Tokyo, Tohoku, and eastern Japan areas.

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Score

Overview

JR East passes cover the Tokyo metropolitan area and extend to Tohoku and Nagano regions. Options include the Tohoku area pass and the Nagano/Niigata area pass, both excellent value for exploring eastern Japan.

Key features

price
From ¥6,000 (~$40)
duration
5 days (flexible)
coverage
Eastern Japan
shinkansen
Tohoku / Hokuriku Shinkansen
reservation
Free reservations

Pros & cons

What we like

  • Covers Tokyo and Tohoku region
  • Flexible 5-day validity
  • Includes Tohoku Shinkansen

Could be better

  • Eastern Japan only
  • Cannot reach Kyoto or Osaka

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